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Winston Tunnel State Natural Area

2641 S. Blackjack Rd., Galena, IL 61036

Hiking & Trails

230 acres for public hunting, hiking, nature viewing and an historic railroad tunnel.

While the tunnel itself has been walled off for years now, the entrance and walk along the tracks is beautiful. The trails are mostly either mowed grass or herd path along the way to the tunnel. Half way through the hike, the path drops right onto the old train tracks and heads to the tunnel.

The Winston Tunnel was built in 1888 for the Minnesota and Northwestern Railroad, a line that ran from Chicago to Minneapolis, Omaha and Kansas City.

This is a two-mile hike over some steep terrain that takes about 2 hours. Add extra time for pictures! Open All Year and pet-friendly.

What's happening nearby...

Galena Holidaze Festival

Green Street Plaza  •  Dec 06 @ 11AM

The Galena Holidaze Festival is bringing the magic of Christmastime to Galena, Illinois.

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Holiday Fire in the Sky

Galena River Levee •  Dec 06 @ 6:30PM

Spectacular fireworks display to kick off the holiday season!

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Night of the Luminaria and Living Windows

Main Street, Galena •  Dec 13 @ 4PM

Don't miss one of the most beautiful and romantic nights of the year when Galena presents their living windows and luminary.

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