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River City Ale HouseRiver City Ale House is a local establishment in Dixon, IL, offering handcrafted cocktails, beer, wine, a full menu, and occasional live music. Open six days a week.
River Rail RetreatsThree remodeled cabins for rent on a private lane with five acres of woods near Savanna. Pet-friendly. Each cabin has new furnishings, appliances, decor, gas wood stove, TV/DVD, queen/king beds, full kitchen, and outdoor fire pits. Red Cabin and Blue Cabin each sleep 2; Deluxe (Brown) Cabin sleeps 4. Close to downtown Savanna and Mississippi Palisades State Park.
River Ratz Bar & General StoreFull-service bar and liquor store. We also have video gambling.
River Road Camping and Marina30-acre campground in Oregon with 120 campsites, heated pool, canoe rental, boat ramp/launch, gas, store, volleyball, basketball, game room, playground. Open April–November.
Riverview Lodge Bar & GrillThe Riverview Lodge is located between Savanna and Thomson on Riverview Rd and features great food and friendly service. It is not far from the Mississippi River and there is camping nearby.
River’s Edge Farmers MarketThe River’s Edge Farmers Market in Oregon runs every Thursday evening, June–September, from 5-7:30 p.m. Located along the beautiful Rock River behind Oregon’s Fire Department, the market offers fresh, locally grown produce, quality hand-made items, live music, fun activities for kids, and special events! Follow the website and Facebook for a list of live performances and weekly updates.
River’s Edge InnOnly Dixon restaurant with Rock River view. Full-service restaurant and lounge serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Boaters can dock behind the restaurant. Dine in or take out.
Roadhouse Pizzeria and PubSublette pizzeria and pub serving pizza, burgers, ribs, wings, vegetarian choices, and a kids menu.
Roadside Park Boat RampRock River boat launch area.
Robert A. Millikan ParkPark named for Nobel laureate Robert A. Millikan. Downtown Morrison. Features icons of Morrison’s past: hitching post, railroad crossing, horse trough, historic brick paths. Developed with help from the Historic Preservation Commission.
Roberts Armory WWII Historical MuseumWWII US Army vehicles/artillery. Reenactments, parades, and preservation. Open Memorial Day, Lincoln Highway Heritage Festival, Veteran’s Day, or by appointment. Call 815-561-4445.
Rochelle Fire Department MuseumMuseum features a restored 1924 fire engine “Old Gertie” and other antique fire department equipment.
Rochelle Flagg Township MuseumMuseum with artifacts, searchable genealogical records at the Research Rochelle Station, and in possession of one of the only known 1915 Partin-Palmer automobiles. Group tours by arrangement. Call for hours.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive GazeboILHC gazebo at Rochelle Railroad Park with panels on Lincoln Hwy history. Mural at 429 Lincoln Hwy depicts Emily Post’s stay. Funded by FHWA and Illinois DOT.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive MuralEmily Post-themed Lincoln Highway mural at 429 Lincoln Highway, part of the Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition interpretive mural series.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive Mural #2On Trans World Plastic Films, 150 N 15th St. Sepia mural from vintage postcard depicts Chicago & Northwestern Railroads, Rochelle-built Partin-Palmer automobile, and Lincoln Hwy “L” sign. Highlights Rochelle as “Hub City.”
- Rochelle Municipal Airport
FeaturedRochelle Railroad Park & Gift ShopRochelle Railroad Park in Rochelle, Illinois, is a public park dedicated to train viewing at the busy junction of the Union Pacific and BNSF mainlines. The park was established in 1998 as the first railfan park in the United States, providing visitors with a safe, elevated place to watch and photograph freight trains passing through the diamond crossing—often more than 80 per day. The site features an observation pavilion with picnic seating, a gift shop with railroad memorabilia, public restrooms, and informational displays about local rail history. A pair of historic Whitcomb locomotives and a replica of early strap rail provide points of interest on the grounds. A webcam at the park streams live rail action year-round for remote viewers. Rochelle Railroad Park is open daily and year-round, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., free to visit, and draws railroad enthusiasts, photographers, families, and curious travelers from across the region and beyond.
Rock Falls Art in the Park Sculpture WalkAnnual outdoor sculpture exhibition at RB&W Riverfront Park. Rotating public art from national artists; celebrated each August with an Outdoor Art Gallery, music and food. Explore art on the Rock River.
- Rock Falls Bike ShareBike Share Program by Rock Falls Tourism. Bikes located at RB&W Riverfront Park. Use the Movatic app to rent. Bikes for teens/adults. Maintained by the city. $5/hr rental.
Rock Falls Birding TrailOur region is laced with waterways filled with nesting habitats for all sorts of birds, including American Bald Eagles, White American Pelicans, blue herons, woodpeckers, chickadees, and more. The Rock Falls Birding Trail starts at the Upper Dam, follows Second Street, and loops around Lawrence Park. Bald eagles can be seen in trees along the riverfront during winter months. Bring binoculars!
Rock Falls Centennial ParkThe Coloma Township Park District rents paddle boats and canoes on the Centennial Park Lagoon. Bright red boathouse with 17-foot canoes, paddle boats, and all safety equipment required. Open weekends and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Fees apply.
- Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce
Rock Falls Farmer’s MarketOpen in season every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7am–1pm. Produce, crafts, and more. Vendors: registration required. Call (815) 625-4500.
