Allerton Park and Retreat Center
Named one of the 7 Wonders of Illinois by the Illinois Bureau of Tourism, Allerton offers 1,500 acres of beautiful, outdoor surroundings. This picturesque setting includes:
- Extensive formal gardens
- More than 100 outdoor sculptures and garden ornaments
- Natural areas including the Sangamon River, floodplains, lowland and upland forests, a meadow and a 30-acre demonstration prairie
- 14 miles of interpretive hiking trails
- A century-old, Georgian-style mansion with reflecting pond
515 Old Timber Road, Monticello 217-333-3287
allerton.illinois.edu
