The small village of Cobden offers a local history museum (open on the weekends), shops and diners. Old Hwy. 51 travels through the countryside, and crosses over to Makanda Road, which leads into the village of Makanda – the gateway into Giant City State Park. While in Makanda, see if you can find the "secret garden". 

Giant City State Park was named for the unique impressions made by its massive sandstone structures and is home of the “Giant City Streets” - where huge bluffs of sandstone formed 12,000 years ago. The Visitor Center provides interpretive displays and area information. Don’t forget to check out the Lodge, which offers dining and cabin options.

Unwind at Owl Creek Vineyard and Winery, Blue Sky Vineyard or Flamm Orchards Fruits and Cream before turning in at Boars Nest Cabins.