Giant City State Park
USA /
Illinois /
Makanda /
Giant City Road, 235
World
/ USA
/ Illinois
/ Makanda
World / United States / Illinois
park, interesting place, state park, National Natural Landmark
www.dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R5/GC.HTM
A portion of the park known as Giant City Geological Area is designated a National Natural Landmark for its Pennsylvanian age sandstone blocks and undisturbed flora.
The Great total solar eclipse of 2017 hit its maximum over the park.
A portion of the park known as Giant City Geological Area is designated a National Natural Landmark for its Pennsylvanian age sandstone blocks and undisturbed flora.
The Great total solar eclipse of 2017 hit its maximum over the park.
Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giant_City_State_Park
Nearby cities:
Coordinates: 37°36'22"N 89°11'14"W
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