Miradouros em Illinois

Scenic Lookouts and Towers

Explore Illinois through its most distinctive heights and historic structures. This collection features the state's highest natural point at Charles Mound alongside the dramatic sandstone formations of the Garden of the Gods. Historic landmarks like the 19th-century Fort Sheridan Water Tower and the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower offer elevated perspectives of the landscape and major river junctions. From the riverside shrine at Portage des Sioux to the wildlife-rich vistas of Crab Orchard, these sites showcase the state's diverse geography.