Family Fun
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Meet the friendly animals that call Rainbow Ranch home! There are llamas, alpacas, donkeys, sheep, goats, fallow deer, pot-belly pigs, peacocks, ducks, chickens, emus, swans, cows, horses, a zebra, and even a couple of camels.
Simonton Orchards
Stop by the local family-owned orchard and have fun picking seasonal vegetables and fruits from apples to strawberries to green beans and much more. Call ahead and they’ll pick it for you, so you can go home with a bundle of fresh and healthy treats.
Historical Homes
The Dr. Robert C. Poos 1888 home has been restored and furnished with Victorian items. The Schlosser Complex is a turn-of-the-century harness shop, commercial laundry, home and more that offers a glimpse of the daily life of middle class America. Call 618-243-5694 to book a tour.
The Original Springs
Indoor Pool and Spa Services
Let the kids play in the heated indoor pool while you treat yourself to the ultimate day of relaxation. The Original Springs has a long history of mineral baths and their healing properties along with expertise in a variety of massages, facials, aromatherapy and more.
The Great Outdoors
Okawville Parks
Have fun in the sun at one of Okawville’s parks. Both parks have a playground and picnic tables, and the Okawville Youth Association Park (OCYA) has ball diamonds too. Community Club Park is on South Front St. OCYA is on North Henrietta St.
Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course
At Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course variety is key! The front 9 follows the natural lay of the land, winding through the curves of Plum Creek and tree-lined fairways. While the back 9 invites players to an open, links-style layout.
Washington County Lake
The beautiful Washington County Lake makes this site a special place for relaxing or fishing. Whether boating on its 248 acres, or fishing or hiking its 13-mile shoreline, the lake offers a perfect opportunity for family fun.
Carlyle Lake
Carlyle Lake is a premier location for outdoor sports. Known to sailors, it is one of the best and most challenging for sailboats. There is also boating, fishing, hunting, bird watching, sand beaches, and camping areas.
World Shooting & Recreational Complex
The State of Illinois and the Department of Natural Resources are proud to bring you the premiere 1,600 acre World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC). This unique site is located in scenic Southern Illinois near the City of Sparta.
Wineries and Taverns
Hidden Lake Winery
Hidden Lake’s winemaking began in 2004 and is influenced by the German heritage of the farming families who settled this part of Illinois. Their goal is to offer a variety of wines that will satisfy many different palates. The wines are produced with locally-grown fruit and bottled on-site in their cellar.
Twelve Oaks Vineyard
Twelve Oaks Vineyard believes in offering quality wines that are hand-crafted in the beautiful country outside the southern Illinois town of Carlyle. The grapes grown in this charming vineyard are maintained and cared for by a small family-owned business.
Crooked Creek Winery
Crooked Creek Winery is a small, family operation devoted to making wines that are the truest expression of the local grape varietals while exploring traditional European styles of winemaking. Our offerings will always include a range of sweet to dry wines. And you’ll always find peace sipping your wine and watching the family horses grace the surrounding pasture.
Jo-Al Winery
Jo-Al Winery is one of only two wineries in the state of Illinois to produce all fruit wines from dry to sweet. This winery is owned by a wife (Jo) and husband (Al). They make any visitor feel right at home. You can also purchase locally produced goods such as honey, jam and salsa.
Club 41
A good local bar that has a game room, shuffle board and pool table. Stop in for draft beer, liquor or a bite to eat. Check their Facebook page for their next fun event.
Seg's Place
A family run place in Venedy, IL right next to Okawville. They are known for treating everyone like family and always supporting the community. Come by for a relaxed atmosphere and a fun night.
Dave Fuehne Tavern: 308 E Main St, Damiansville, IL, 618-248-5841
New Memphis Station: 2443 Wittenburg Rd, New Baden, IL, 618-588-3000
Sit "N" Bull Saloon & Eatery: 31 S Mill St, New Memphis, IL, 618-588-3003
Storage Tavern: 4439 State Route 177, Okawville, IL, 618-243-5218