Cobden is a village in Union County, Illinois, United States. The population was 1,157 at the 2010 census, an increase from 1,116 in 2000. Continue reading... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
2. Giant City State ParkMakanda Giant City State Park is an Illinois state park on 4,000 acres in Jackson and Union Counties, Illinois, United States. Illinois acquired more than 1,100 acres in 1927, and dedicated the park as Giant City State Park. A lodge and visitor center welcome state park guests. Giant City State Park is a haven for nature lovers. It is a popular destination in Southern Illinois, and visitors to the park enjoy a number of activities such as hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, and rock climbing. Some of the park's most popular hiking trails include Giant City Nature Trail, Red Cedar Trail, and Trillium Trail. The park is served by the River to River Trail. The park's lodge and original six cabins were constructed by the 696th Company of the Civilian Conservation Corps from 1934 to 1935. The CCC use... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Cobden Videos
SIU and Southern Illinois 'Big Tour', March 2012
This road trip was taken in March, 2012. I have included a map of where I drove. It includes video of Southern Illinois University (SIU) and the surrounding areas. There is a section to the east of campus that I took because I lived in the mobile home park when I went to SIU in the 1970s.
Hundley House bed and breakfast - Carbondale, IL
This interesting and historic house fills the senses with nostalgia. A Craig Myrtle tree grows in the side yard. The owner accomodates a wonderful time by his welcoming personality. I recommend staying in this historic house. The original owners died in 1928 by murder in the house. The website: