Horseshoe Mound Preserve

The almost 200-acre Horseshoe Mound, which serves as the eastern entrance to the ancient city of Galena, provides the general public with access to one of northern Illinois' most picturesque locations.

JDCF unveiled Horseshoe Mound Preserve in 2014, which has a central meeting spot, observation platforms, and picturesque outlooks with views of three states. The property's extensive hiking paths provide panoramic views of Galena as well as distant vistas of Bellevue, Dubuque, the Mississippi River, and a number of other geological mounds in Wisconsin and Iowa. The tremendous assistance of the neighborhood, the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation, and the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation allowed for the acquisition of this important location.

To reach to the summit, you had to ride a steep, narrow path. It offered lovely views of the countryside and prairie wildflowers. You may view the Mississippi River from the route. There wasn't much shade, and the trail wasn't truly through any forests. There is lots of accessible parking as well. There are several, highly informative forums detailing the region. There are a few paths, one of which goes east and extremely slowly.

Google rating: 4.7/5.0
Location: 1679 N Blackjack Rd, Galena, IL 61036, US
Phone: +1 815-858-9100
Website: https://jdcf.org/properties/horseshoe-mound/