The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

This bridge was built in 1927. The fifth bridge to cross the Mississippi River connecting Illinois and Missouri, it shortened the distance between North St Louis and Edwardsville, Illinois by 15 miles.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
Sat-Sun: 8AM to 5PM. Closed major holidays
Address
314-416-9930
Map
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More Things to Do

Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Bilbrey Farms

You can visit the animals (even a zebra), stay at the bed and breakfast, or…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Fox Creek Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

American Legion Post 199 Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Governor Coles Memorial

Edward Coles was the second governor of Illinois (1822-1826). A former slaveowner from Virginia, Coles…

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