Weekend Getaway
Saturday ~ Day One
8:00 AM
Hit the Road!
Morning
Shanahan's Coffee House
Quick coffee stop in Mukwonago on the way!
11:00 AM
Matthiessen State Park
2-hour drive to stunning canyons and waterfalls. Time to explore!
Dells Canyon and Bluff Trail
🥾 2.2 miles
Cascade Falls, Lake Falls, and Giant's Bathtub. Stairs, muddy sections, and stream crossings!
Dells Area to Vermillion River Loop
🥾 6.5 miles
Longer loop trail with 688 ft elevation gain. Beautiful forest and river views!
Evening
Dinner at Thyme Craft Kitchen
Pick up farm-to-table dinner in Peru. Local ingredients, creative menu!
Night
Fairfield by Marriott - Peru
Check in and rest up for tomorrow's big hike at Starved Rock!
Sunday ~ Day Two
6:00 AM
Country House Restaurant
Hearty breakfast in La Salle. Classic diner with generous portions!
Morning
Starved Rock to Hennepin Canyon
🥾 8.0 miles
Epic loop through Wildcat, French, Pontiac, Basswood, Lonetree, Tonty, and LaSalle Canyons. Lots of stairs and amazing rock formations!
Back to Hotel - Shower & Rest
Clean up and recharge before decision time!
🤔 DECISION TIME! 🤔
Continue to Davenport or head home?
If Continuing: 1-hour drive to Davenport, Iowa awaits!
Drive to Davenport, Iowa
1-hour scenic drive to the Quad Cities!
Lunch at Armored Gardens
100 beers on tap, great burgers and bowls!
Figge Art Museum
Beautiful riverfront museum with interactive exhibits.
Hotel Blackhawk
Check into this historic downtown Davenport hotel.
Dinner at Bix Bistro
Fine dining right in the hotel. Delicious steaks and cocktails!
Swim & Room Service
Relax in the pool and enjoy a cozy night in!
Monday ~ Day Three
Morning
Breakfast at Rise Neighborhood Cafe
Quick breakfast in the hotel before hitting the road!
Day
Drive Home
Head back to New Berlin with amazing memories and tired legs!