Travel & Route Directory – Scenic Routes, Historic Journeys, and Travel Guides
Explore a growing directory of historic landmarks, battlefields, scenic routes, parks, museums, river towns, and unique destinations throughout the Midwest. Old Folks Adventures Directory will grow in Historical places and markers that Michael uses to plan our trips. Our directory highlights places we’ve visited along with destinations still on our travel list, making it easy to plan your next adventure. Many listings include links to our travel articles, videos, and historical features, helping you discover the stories behind the places you visit.
Jeffrey’s Cliffs
715 Willamette Rd, Hawesville, Kentucky 42348
The Jeffreys Cliffs Conservation & Recreation Area features a remarkable rock shelter known as Morgans Cave, reputed to be one of the largest of its kind in Kentucky. The cave measures approximately 240 feet in width, 180 feet in height, and 160 feet in depth. Its name is linked to Civil War history, specifically to the southern general, John Hunt Morgan.
Judge Joseph Holt House
6205 KY-144, Hardinsburg, Kentucky 40143
Judge Joseph Holt Home
A Breckinridge County native, Joseph Holt (1807-1894) was a famous Kentuckian who had a long career in the national spotlight. He was a prominent lawyer who served as Commissioner of Patents (1857), Postmaster General (1859), and Secretary of War (1860) under President James Buchanan.
Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site
Listed in Historical landmark, Native American Heritage Sites, Ohio River Scenic Byway, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
Newcut Rd, Brookport, Illinois 62910
Visit Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site in southern Illinois a preserved Mississippian-era city along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. A quiet and historic stop worth exploring.
Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds
521 N Main St, Jonesboro, Illinois 62952
Visit Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds in Illinois—a historic stop along the Trail of Tears featuring Lincoln-Douglas debate history walking trails and picnic areas.
Lyles Station Historic School & Museum
Listed in Local history museum, National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
953 County Rd 500 W, Princeton, Indiana 47670
Learn about Lyles Station and all the other Black settlements in the area.
Mantle Rock Nature Preserve
Listed in Native American Heritage Sites, Nature preserve, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
Mantle Rock Rd, Smithland, Kentucky 42081
Mantle Rock Nature Preserve in western Kentucky a scenic natural bridge and historic Trail of Tears site near Cave-in-Rock Ferry with hiking trails and sandstone formations.
McMinnville Tennessee
Listed in City, Native American Heritage Sites, Tourist attraction, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
110 S Court Square #2556, McMinnville, Tennessee 37110
Discover McMinnville Tennessee along the Trail of Tears route where a restored downtown historic theater and local pride tell a lasting story.
Missouri Mines State Historic Site
Listed in Historical place, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
0492, 4000 State Hwy 32, Park Hills, Missouri 63601
Missouri Mines State Historic Site in Park Hills, Missouri. Discover lead mining history equipment displays and one of the Midwest’s top mineral collections.
Mount Vernon Indiana
399-327 Main St, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620
Mount Vernon Indiana along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Discover its riverfront history historic downtown and stories from this early Ohio River port town.
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train
Listed in Restaurant, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
602 N 3rd St., Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train in Bardstown Kentucky — scenic views delicious meals and a relaxing 2.5-hour journey on historic rails
Jeffrey’s Cliffs
The Jeffreys Cliffs Conservation & Recreation Area features a remarkable rock shelter known as Morgans Cave, reputed to be one of the largest of its kind in Kentucky. The cave measures approximately 240 feet in width, 180 feet in height, and 160 feet in depth. Its name is linked to Civil War history, specifically to the southern general, John Hunt Morgan.
Judge Joseph Holt House
Judge Joseph Holt Home
A Breckinridge County native, Joseph Holt (1807-1894) was a famous Kentuckian who had a long career in the national spotlight. He was a prominent lawyer who served as Commissioner of Patents (1857), Postmaster General (1859), and Secretary of War (1860) under President James Buchanan.
Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site
Visit Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site in southern Illinois a preserved Mississippian-era city along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. A quiet and historic stop worth exploring.
Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds
Visit Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds in Illinois—a historic stop along the Trail of Tears featuring Lincoln-Douglas debate history walking trails and picnic areas.
Lyles Station Historic School & Museum
Learn about Lyles Station and all the other Black settlements in the area.
Mantle Rock Nature Preserve
Mantle Rock Nature Preserve in western Kentucky a scenic natural bridge and historic Trail of Tears site near Cave-in-Rock Ferry with hiking trails and sandstone formations.
McMinnville Tennessee
Discover McMinnville Tennessee along the Trail of Tears route where a restored downtown historic theater and local pride tell a lasting story.
Missouri Mines State Historic Site
Missouri Mines State Historic Site in Park Hills, Missouri. Discover lead mining history equipment displays and one of the Midwest’s top mineral collections.
Mount Vernon Indiana
Mount Vernon Indiana along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Discover its riverfront history historic downtown and stories from this early Ohio River port town.
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train in Bardstown Kentucky — scenic views delicious meals and a relaxing 2.5-hour journey on historic rails
