Things to Do
Check out this list of things to do around La Moille, IL & Ladd.
*La Moille is a small town of 700 people, Ladd is population 1200 so be sure to map your destination while planning as all these distances will vary.
Starved Rock State Park
**Photo by Jacki Musser**
Trails, Hiking, Guided tours, trolley tour, river cruise and more!
Kayak Morris - Kayaking at Starved Rock
Amphibious ATVing
Gator Creek Cruise
249 East IL Route 71
Cedar Point
815-481-3337
ccrstables.com
The Gator Creek Cruise is a guided amphibious ATV ride. Explore historic sites along with the beauty of the land, water, and animals on Cedar Creek Ranch. Riding for all ages open year round. Call for reservations.
Archery Tag
Marksman Archery Tag
2681 East US Route 6
Marseilles
815-530-9271
marksmanat.com
With its professionally made outdoor arena, you and your friends can test your archery skills in elimination style games until last man is standing or your goal or time limit is met. Game types range from Dodgeball-style Elimination, Team Elimination, Capture the Flag, King of the Hill, or Siege. Call for reservations.
Biking
I&M Canal State Trail
From Seneca to LaSalle
Walk or bike the canal towpath on the 10-foot-wide crushed limestone trail where horses pulled passenger boats from 1848 until 1852 and mules pulled the heavy freight required to build Chicago and northern Illinois. For access points, see the listing in the Parks and Recreation section or visit iandmcanal.org/experiences/trails2.
Marilla Park
If you are looking for something a bit more adventurous and challenging, Streator’s annual “Dirty Mudder” Bike Race and “Thrilla at Marilla” may be what you are looking for. These events are held in April and May. For more information on these races, contact Bob Sandy 815-674-7666.
streator.org
Geocaching
IL River Road Scenic Byway (VIEW AD)
613 West Marquette Street
Ottawa
815-433-5830
illinoisriverroad.org/geocaching
Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum
1100 Canal Street
Ottawa
815-431-9353 or 815-433-1361
Do you have a love of scavenger hunts? Geocaching is a great way to spend time outdoors. There are a number of locations throughout LaSalle County for those who love a challenge. geocaching.com
Go Carting
Concept Haulers Motor Speedway
3674 East 2603
Sheridan
815-496-9196
concepthaulersmotorspeedway.com
Have a need for speed? Race just like the pros in original or premium Italian carts, which are capable of speeds of 50 mph or more.
Horseback Riding
Cedar Creek Ranch
249 East IL Route 71
Cedar Point
815-481-3337
ccrstables.com
Punkin Acre Paints
381 North 3179th Road
LaSalle
815-224-3731
Do your legs need a break, but you still want to hit the trails? Experience the beauty of LaSalle County on horseback and see it as the pioneers once did centuries ago. Cowboy Up!
Ice Climbing
Starved Rock State Park
2678 East 873rd Road
Oglesby
815-667-4726
starvedrockstatepark.org
Adventure is for winter too! When conditions allow, climbing up the frozen waterfalls in four canyons within Starved Rock State Park is a fun alternative to rock climbing. Ice climbers must sign in and out at the park office. Call the office for current conditions. Equipment rental is not available at the park.
Off Roading
Fox Valley Off Road
1952 North 35th Road
Ottawa
815-431-9913
foxvalleyoffroad.com
The Cliffs Insane Terrain
2400 East Bluff Street
Marseilles
815-795-5200
thecliffsinsaneterrain.com
Dirt Runner
2725 East 2625th Road
Marseilles
630-291-0250
dirtrunner.us
Bring your 4×4, ATV, or motorcycle and head out to one of the area’s off road terrain parks for the ride of your life.
Racing
LaSalle Speedway
578 East US Route 6
LaSalle
815-223-6900
lasallespeedway.com
Watch the thrill and excitement of the races. Racing fans can watch the races on the 1/4-mile, high-banked clay track.
Skydiving
Skydive Chicago
3215 East 1969th Road
Ottawa
815-433-0000
skydivechicago.com
Experience the thrill of free falling. Tandem jumps with highly experienced instructors is available. Come skydive with us! Camping, canoeing, fishing and swimming all onsite.
Illinois River Road
Illinois River Road
Whitewater Rafting
Vermillion River Rafting
779 North 2249th Road
Oglesby
815-667-5242
vermillionriverrafting.com
Looking for a bigger thrill than canoeing? Ready to get wet? Experience white water rafting in North Central Illinois on the scenic Vermilion River. Average trip time: 3-4 hours • Open May 1– Mid-July
Ziplining
Zip Chicago
2681 East US Route 6
Marseilles
815-795-5001
zipchicago.com
It’s fun zipping through the canopy 85 feet off of the ground. Zip on 8 cables from 150-1000 feet in length and reaching speeds up to 45 mph.
Shooting Range
Buffalo Range Shooting Park
1252 N 2803rd Rd
Ottawa
815-433-2471
www.buffalorangeshootingpark.com
Indoor and Outdoor Movie Theaters
Peru Mall Cinemas (8 theatres)
3940 Route 251
Peru
815-223-1902
carmike.com
Route 34 Drive-In Theatre
Located on Rt. 34
Earlville
815-246-9700
rt34drivein.com
Roxy Cinemas
807 LaSalle Street
Ottawa
815-433-1816
roxycinemas.com
Streator Eagle 6 Theater
301 Danny’s Drive
Streator
815-673-7082
eagletheater.net
Indoor Fun
Pirate’s Cay
2558 North 3653rd Road
Sheridan
815-496-3292
piratescay.com
Family Fun happens here no matter what the weather is outside! Pirate’s Cay Indoor Waterpark appeals to adults and kids alike! Relax as you float down the lazy river, or go screaming done one of four indoor-outdoor water slides. Lifeguards are always on duty.
Salt Tree Yoga
310 1/2 W. Main Street
Ottawa
815-343-2751
www.salttreeyoga.com
Golf Courses
Anderson Field
1901 North Bloomington Street
Streator
815-672-3702
9 holes
The Bourne
2359 North 35th Road
Marseilles
815-496-2301
18 holes
Dayton Ridge Golf Course
3076 East 18th Road
Ottawa
815-434-0145
9 holes
Earlville Country Club
400 Oak Street
Earlville
815-246-9329
9 holes
Mendota Golf Club
35666 US Hwy 34
Mendota
815-538-7241
18 holes
Pine Hills Golf Club
1665 North 2501st Road
Ottawa
815-434-3985
9 holes
ottawapinehillsgolfclub.com
Prairie Lakes Country Club & Inn
2550 North 32nd Road
Marseilles
815-795-5107
9 holes
Senica’s Deer Park Golf Club
100 Deer Park Lane
Oglesby
815-667-4239
18 holes
Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Club
658 East US Route 6
LaSalle
815-223-7273
18 holes
senicagolf.com
South Bluff Golf Course
229 North 2550th Road
Peru
815-223-0603
9 holes
Twin Creeks-Eastwood
2000 Eastwood Avenue
Streator
815-672-5553
9 holes