Lake Lou Yaeger Recreational Area
The Crown Jewel of Litchfield Outdoors Spanning 1,367 acres with a 5.5-mile long shoreline, Lake Lou Yaeger is the premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts in central Illinois. Unlike many restricted waters, this lake has no horsepower limits, making it a haven for boating, water skiing, and tubing. Anglers flock here year-round to fish for bass, crappie,…
Read MoreLitchfield Greetings Tour Mural
A Postcard-Perfect Tribute to Route 66 Completed in May 2021, this vibrant street art installation is one of the most photographed spots in Litchfield. Painted by the renowned traveling duo Victor Ving (muralist) and Lisa Beggs (photographer) of the “Greetings Tour,” this mural is part of a nationwide public art project that seeks to bring the classic “large…
Read MoreBelvidere Motel, Café, & Gas Station
A Frozen-in-Time Roadside Treasure Note: This site is currently closed to the public and used for private storage. It is best enjoyed as a roadside photo opportunity. The Belvidere Motel, Café, & Gas Station is one of the most complete and best-preserved examples of a family-run roadside complex on Historic Route 66. Its story began in 1929, when…
Read MoreSky View Drive-In
Cinema Under the Stars on Route 66 Since opening its gates in the spring of 1950, the Sky View Drive-In has remained a defiant and glorious survivor of the golden age of American motoring. It holds the distinct title of being the last originally operating drive-in on Historic Route 66 in Illinois and is one of only…
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