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Midwest Travel Archive

Every hidden gem worth the detour

Roadside oddities, overlooked towns, scenic drives, quirky museums, and unforgettable Midwest adventures.

Six Flags Fright Fest
Day Trips
Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America: The Complete Guide (Gurnee, IL)
If you’re looking for the best Halloween event near Chicago, Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee should be at...
8 min read · October 31, 2022
Travel Guides
House on the Rock: Tickets, Prices, Hours & Complete Visitor Guide
There is an incredible place in Spring Green, Wisconsin called House on the Rock, and no photo, video, or description can fully...
14 min read · October 21, 2022
Family Fun
Statue of Liberty Dauphin Pennsylvania
Miniature Statue of Liberty of Pennsylvania Lesser Known Adventures on YouTube Why is there a Statue of Liberty in Dauphin Pennsylvania on...
2 min read · October 21, 2022
Family Fun
Rollins Trail Mt Kearsarge New Hampshire
Rollins Trail, Mt Kearsarge, New Hampshire Lesser Known Adventures on YouTube We randomly came across Rollins Trail while on a roadtrip out...
3 min read · October 21, 2022
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Family Fun
Niagara Falls State Park: The Best Attractions & Visitor Advice
Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the U.S., offers visitors an awe-inspiring experience that spans breathtaking views, thrilling adventures,...
5 min read · October 21, 2022
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Day Trips
Best Summer Day Trips from Chicago 2026: 5 New Spots to Add to Your List
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Crescent Hotel Eureka Springs
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The Crescent Hotel and Spa: A Haunted Night in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
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Six Flags Great America
Day Trips
Six Flags Great America 50th Anniversary: New Rides, Drone Shows & 2026 Guide
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Hiker looking out over the Illinois River from a bluff overlook at Starved Rock State Park on a sunny summer day
Day Trips
Starved Rock State Park: Complete Visitor Guide
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