Recreation in Galena, Illinois

State Parks

Apple River Canyon State Park 815-745-3302
8763 East Canyon Road, Galena, IL 61001
Apple River
This state park, located in the hilly northern part of Illinois, offers five hiking trails, fishing, and 47 camping sites, as well as drinking water, bathrooms, a... more info

Recreation Areas

Buehler Preserve 815-858-9100
Galena River levee, 1 mile north of Meeker Street
See the prairie being restored, on this 18-acre property north of the city of Galena. The preserve is open for hiking, walking dogs, fishing, and birdwatching. more info map
Schurmeier Forest 815-858-9100
Reusch and Tower Roads, Elizabeth, IL 61028
Located in Elizabeth
A teaching forest has been created on 11 acres, of this 56 acre, rugged hillside preserve. There are two miles of hiking trails, including a 1/3-mile trail with... more info map

Equine

Shenandoah Riding Center 815-777-2373
200 North Brodrecht Road, Galena, IL 61036
This stable offers one hour guided trail rides, along with English and Western riding lessons, horse boarding, summer camps, and clinics. Both indoor and outdoor riding... more info map
Stage Coach Trails Livery 815-594-2423
5656 Stagecoach Trail, Galena, IL 61001
Located in Apple River
Enjoy authentic stagecoach rides pulled by draft horses. Wagon train trips, hay rides and sleigh rides are also offered. A bunkhouse warming room is on-site. more info map

Golf

Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course 815-492-2238
East Apple Canyon Road, Galena, IL 61001
Apple River
This challenging nine hole golf course has been carved, into the rolling hills, of Jo Daviess County. A restaurant is located nearby, overlooking the beautiful Apple... more info map
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, East Course
100 East Point Drive, Galena, IL 61036
Part of the Eagle Ridge Resort, this 9-hole par 34 golf course, is an excellent test of accuracy, shotmaking and putting touch. more info map
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, North Course 815-777-2500
400 Eagle Ridge Drive, Galena, IL 61036
Ranked #6 in Illinois, by Golf Digest, this golf course features elevated tees, rolling fairways, large greens, and gorgeous views of the countryside. more info map
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, South Course 815-777-2280
10 Clubhouse Drive, Galena, IL 61036
Cut through a heavily wooded valley, with natural rock outcroppings, and spectacular views, a stream that runs through this course, challenges golfers. more info map
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, The General Course 815-777-4525
109 Eagle Ridge Drive, Galena, IL 61036
Eagle Ridge Resort considers this award-winning golf course their crowning achievement. It features spectacular holes framed by natural limestone cliffs and dense oak... more info map
Galena Golf Club 815-777-3599
11557 US Highway 20 West, Galena, IL 61036
This 6,623 yard, well manicured, and scenic public golf course, offers eighteen-holes of golfing pleasure. Tee times are accepted up to seven days in advance. more info map
Lacoma Golf Course 815-747-3874
8080 Timmerman Drive, Galena, IL 61025
East Dubuque
This golf course, which overlooks the Mississippi, offers 36 regulation holes. It is a nine hole par-three course. Cart and equipment rentals are available. more info
Stockton Community Golf Club 815/947-3011
3501 South Golf Road, Galena, IL 61085
Located in Stockton
This golf course features 18-holes in the rolling countryside south of Stockton. It offers cart and equipment rentals, as well as an on-site restaurant. more info
Storybrook Country Club 815-591-2210
2124 West Storybrook Road, Galena, IL 61041
Hanover
This 18-hole course, in the rolling hills south of Hanover, is complete with a driving range, and cart and equipment rentals. more info
Woodbine Bend Championship Golf Course 815-858-3939
3500 East Center Road, Galena, IL 61085
Located in Woodbine
For a challenge, as well as a great time, no matter what their skill level, golfers will love this immaculate 18-hole links-style golf course. more info map

Outfitters & Guides

Fever River Outfitters 815-776-9425
525 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
Rental canoes, kayaks, bicycles, snowshoes and ice skates are available at Fever River. Quality boats, sports gear and apparel are also offered for sale. more info map

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