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When is the peak of Fall color in Jo Daviess County?


Regarding the peak of Fall colors, many factors determine their intensity and timing, such as the amount of precipitation and temperatures. Generally, a hard frost precedes the peak of Fall colors. While we cannot predict the precise peak, if you contact us shortly before your visit we would be happy to give you an idea of how the colors are developing.



Are there any scenic motorcycle rides in Jo Daviess County?


Jo Daviess County is a beautiful place to take a motorcycle ride. Please be aware that many of the township roads have no shoulders or guardrails and some have gravel surfaces. Here are a couple of suggested routes along hard-surfaced roads:


1. Start on Stagecoach Trail in Galena and travel east to the Elizabeth-Scales Mound Road. Turn right (south) to Highway 20; then turn left (east) to South Derinda Road. Turn right (south) and follow the signage to Savanna. In Savanna, take Hwy. 84 north through Hanover and back to Hwy. 20. Turn left onto Hwy. 20 and head west to Galena.


2. Start on Stagecoach Trail in Galena and travel east to Warren. In Warren, take Hwy. 78 south through Stockton and continue south to Mt. Carroll. In Mt. Carroll, turn right on Hwy. 64/52 (west) to Savanna. In Savanna, take Hwy. 84 north through Hanover. In Hanover, turn left onto Blackjack Road and follow Blackjack back to Hwy. 20 into Galena.



When is the big craft fair in Galena?


The annual Galena Country Fair is held in Grant Park on the weekend before the Columbus Day holiday. In 2012, the fair will be held Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 6-7 and in 2013 it will be held on October 12-13. The fair attracts thousands of visitors and lodging reservations should be made well in advance. For more information, please visit www.galenacountryfair.org.



Where can I rent a wheelchair?


Hartig Drug Store located at 11002 Bartell Blvd., about 2 miles west of downtown Galena, has two wheelchairs for rent. There is a $100.00 fully-refundable deposit and a $15.00 per day rental fee. You can reserve a wheelchair for use during your visit by calling Hartig’s at 815-777-2700.



Where can I stay with my pet?


The following lodging properties accept pets:

HOTELS/MOTELS
Best Western Quiet House & Suites, 815-777-2577
Chestnut Mountain Resort, 800-397-1320
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson-Stockton, 815-947-6060
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, 800-892-2269
Marcotte’s Family Motel, 815-858-2217
Timmerman’s Hotel & Resort, 815-747-3181
Grant Hills Motel, 877-421-0924

B&Bs
Aalto’s Station House Cottages at Irish Hollow and The Country English Cottages, 815-777-6000
Allen’s Log Cabin Guest House, 815-777-4777
Cloran Mansion & Antonio’s Cottage, 866-234-0583
Galena Log Cabin Getaway, 815-777-4200
Goldmoor Inn, 800-255-3925
LeFevre Inn & Resort, 800-619-9500
Oscar Swan Country Inn, 815-541-0653
Peaceful Pines, 815-745-2536
Tierra Linda, 815-777-1234

VACATION RENTAL HOMES
A+ Reservations by Dixie, 888-801-3111
The Birds Nest, 847-516-3402
Boulder Vacation Homes, 815-777-4242
Country View Home, 815-546-5581
Eagle Ridge Resort Rentals, 800-892-2269
Galena Rentals, 773-631-5253
Robert Johnson Rentals LLC, 815-777-9777



Where can I get visitor information once I get there?


Additional area offerings and visitor information may be found at the Galena/Jo Daviess County Convention and Visitors Bureau by calling 877.464.2536. While in town, visit the CVB’s Old Train Depot Visitor Information Center at 101 Bouthillier St. (corner of Park Avenue) for on-site assistance and countywide information.