Scales Mound Travel Guide

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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.
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.
An old gravestone from the 1840s at a beautiful old cemetery with 20 head stones. They must have selected this little hill as a burial sight because of the great sunsets.
Taken from the highest point in Illinois this is a view just before sunset on a beautiful evening. This is a prime location for storm watching and lightning shots.
A picture of the eclipse at sunset from last year at Charles Mound which is the highest point in Illinois.
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
350 Bell St Dubuque IA
The price is AU$166 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$166
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Kids had a great time!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Hotel Julien Dubuque

Hotel Julien Dubuque

3.5 out of 5
200 Main Street Dubuque IA
The price is AU$195 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$195
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,723 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hotel Julien Dubuque
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 AU$139 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$139
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (1,010 reviews)
Great room and staff!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
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Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.

Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.

2 out of 5
Galena IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Galena Golf Club and Dowling House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
The property is well maintained. There was a ton of room for the five of us. The home is like brand new and so well cared for. The hot tub was perfect; warm, clean, and roomy. It was close enough to town to get there for shopping and meals, but far enough to be secluded.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.
Luxury, Spacious, Resort Hideaway - 4 BR/4Bath, Pool Table, Hot Tub and Firepit!

Luxury, Spacious, Resort Hideaway - 4 BR/4Bath, Pool Table, Hot Tub and Firepit!

Galena IL
Stay at this golf holiday home in Galena. Enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Horseshoe ...
10/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
The house is beautiful and cozy, the best house we've ever rented. Fully equipped, down to the smallest detail house: kitchen, bedrooms, everything. Thank you for the wonderful Christmas decoration! On behalf of all of us, we wish you a happy New Year with best wishes!

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Luxury, Spacious, Resort Hideaway - 4 BR/4Bath, Pool Table, Hot Tub and Firepit!
On The Golf Course, Outdoor Kitchen, Hot Tub and So Much More!

On The Golf Course, Outdoor Kitchen, Hot Tub and So Much More!

Galena IL
Stay at this holiday home in Galena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
Rented a home from Molly the past 6 years, always been a great experience

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

On The Golf Course, Outdoor Kitchen, Hot Tub and So Much More!
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