Apple River Travel Guide

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Historic Fort Apple River in Illinois, USA
Historic Fort Apple River in Illinois, USA
A decent sized tiger musky in a shallow clear area right off the main lake basin. I estimated the size of this fish at 38 to 40 inches. I have caught muskies up to 49 inches in this lake. I always love to get photos of fish in natural habitat and muskies are close to impossible to find in open water.
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

3.5 out of 5
9853 US-20 Galena IL
Stay at this spa hotel in Galena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,263 reviews)
Staff was helpful. Entire facility was clean and inviting. We love the pub with authentic Irish faire. Our biggest disappointment was the furniture. None of it was comfortable in either our room or in the library.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Stoney Creek Inn Galena

Stoney Creek Inn Galena

2 out of 5
940 Galena Square Dr Galena IL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,314 reviews)
Room was great and staff very nice

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

4 out of 5
11383 US Highway 20 Galena IL
The price is Rp1.412.542 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp1.412.542
Rp1.567.639 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews)
Rooms were spacious and clean.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
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Chic Apple River Escape w/ Fire Pit!

Chic Apple River Escape w/ Fire Pit!

3 out of 5
Apple River IL
Stay at this cottage in Apple River. Enjoy free parking, a marina and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Apple Canyon Lake and Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course ...
Chic Apple River Escape w/ Fire Pit!
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A decent sized tiger musky in a shallow clear area right off the main lake basin. I estimated the size of this fish at 38 to 40 inches. I have caught muskies up to 49 inches in this lake. I always love to get photos of fish in natural habitat and muskies are close to impossible to find in open water.

Apple Canyon Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Apple Canyon Lake during your travels in Apple River. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Apple Canyon Lake

Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Apple River at Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course

Cities near Apple River

Taken from a second hot air balloon this shot shows a hot air balloon in the distance with a slight glow at sunrise. It is hard to stay calm when you are in a basket 4,000 feet up in the air.

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