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Canal Towns

Canal Towns

A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today.  The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date. 

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Route 66

Route 66

Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!

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Starved Rock

Starved Rock

A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.

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Events

Events

The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you.  Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.

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Events News Fireworks at the Joliet Slammers Stadium
I Want To...

I Want To ...

Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor?  If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail?  Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago.  We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.

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I Want To... News 10 Picturesque Winter Images from Around the Heritage Corridor
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The Adventure Passport

Your Digital Passport to Exploring LaSalle County

The Adventure Passport is a free, digital passport experience available through the Heritage Corridor Destinations app. It’s your key to discovering the best of LaSalle County — at your own pace, with real rewards along the way.

Track your stops and unlock exclusive prizes by checking in at popular attractions and local eateries. Whether you're a weekend traveler or on an epic LaSalle County expedition, this is your chance to turn every outing into an adventure.

Reward Levels

Passport 1 (5 Check-ins):
Appetite for Adventure Cutlery Set — practice sustainability with this cute cutlery set that can easily be stored in a bag, a vehicle, or even your pocket! 

Passport 2 (10 Check-ins):
Appetite for Adventure Lunch Container — perfect for bringing snacks on the road, to the park, or on your next adventure!

The Adventure Passport is live! Download the Heritage Corridor app on your phone or tablet to get started.

     

Once you've downloaded the app, select Passports, and on the next screen, tap Appetite for Adventure. You'll see a list of 125+ locations for you to visit and a counter of how many you've completed. Scroll to find the location you're at (it's alphabetical!), and tap the location to learn more and check in. 

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Tap Passports

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Tap Appetite for Adventure 2026

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Scroll to find your location

Once you've selected your location, you'll see details like phone number, website, and an option to map the location. When you're on the Objective tab (highlighted in the screenshot below) you'll see a Check-In Now button.

If this is your first time using the app, or if you're not logged in, you'll see a screen asking you to sign up. Sign up with whichever method you'd prefer.

Now that you're registered, try again to check in. If you're not actually at the location, you won't be able to check in.

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Tap Check-In Now to record your visit.

Prizes are available after 5 and 10 check-ins. After reaching each level, you can pick up your prize right away or wait until both levels are complete and claim all your rewards at once.

Once you’re ready to claim your prize(s), visit the
Starved Rock Country Welcome Center
248 W. Canal Street, Utica, IL.

 

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