Things To Do
Giant City State Park
235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL 62958
Shawnee National Forest
Herod, IL 62946
Blue Sky Vineyard
3150 South Rocky Comfort Road, Makanda, IL 62958
Feather Hills Vineyard and Winery
8595 U.S. 51, Cobden, IL 62920
Makanda Boardwalk
520 Makanda Road, Makanda, IL 62958
The Makanda Inn is located a half mile south of what is known as the Makanda Boardwalk. Makanda, formerly a thriving produce junction that dwindled over the years after a series of floods. The town was resettled by a group of hippies back in the late ’60s, and early 70’s who found the beauty of the place and never wanted to leave. Since then it has grown into a unique cluster of shops that thrives today. It is a great shopping destination that is a must see while in the area.
Giant City State Park Lodge & Restaurant
460 Giant City Lodge Road, Makanda, IL 62958
Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
Carbondale is the closest city to Makanda and offers a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and nightlife. It’s home to Southern Illinois University and is a convenient stop for dining, groceries, gas, and other essentials during your stay.
For all the days along the way