Sometimes getaways are hard to plan in advance, so if you’re more the spontaneous type, we have an excellent suggestion for you. Surrounded by nature along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail sits Alto Pass, the perfect spontaneous small-town getaway in Illinois. Sip wine while surrounded by the forest and go for a hike if you feel inclined. Alto Pass is one restful and enjoyable place to spend some time.
Located within the Shawnee National Forest, Alto Pass is a village of just over 300 people. In this area, you will find plenty of nature as well as wonderful, scenic wineries.
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Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards/Google You can start your time at Alto Vineyards, the oldest vineyard in Southern Illinois. A multiple award-winner in both national and international wine competitions, this vineyard is hard to beat.
Alto Vineyards/Google Spend some time touring this nine-acre vineyard and have your pick among the 20 different wines that are offered. There’s also beer and live music. You can learn more about Alto Vineyards on the website. 8515 IL-127, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Peachbarn Winery & Cafe
Facebook/Peachbarn Winery & Café At Peachbarn, you can dine on a gourmet meal as you sip a glass of wine. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available and wine flights for just $5!
Peachbarn Winery & Cafe/Google Live music is also performed nearly every Saturday afternoon. Come here to enjoy the scenery, food, wine, and music. And if you’re looking for a place to spend the night, this winery has a suite! Visit the Peachbarn Winery & Cafe website for more information. 560 Chestnut St, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
Von Jakob Winery & Brewery/Google If you enjoy both wine and beer, head on over to the 15-acre Von Jakob Winery & Brewery. This picturesque winery and brewery offers 20 Southern Illinois wines primarily produced here as well as over 15 beers on tap. On top of that, there is a bed and breakfast on the property. Find out more on the website. 230 IL-127, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Shawnee National Forest
Brian Leneave/AllTrails Surrounding Alto Pass is the Shawnee National Forest which offers hiking trails, wildlife, birdwatching, camping, and some of the best scenery in the state. Immerse yourself in nature and sip wine on a relaxing trip to Alto Pass in Southern Illinois!
How would you like to take a spontaneous small-town getaway in Illinois? Have you been to Alto Pass or anywhere else along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail? Let us know in the comments!
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Alto Vineyards/Google
You can start your time at Alto Vineyards, the oldest vineyard in Southern Illinois. A multiple award-winner in both national and international wine competitions, this vineyard is hard to beat.
Spend some time touring this nine-acre vineyard and have your pick among the 20 different wines that are offered. There’s also beer and live music. You can learn more about Alto Vineyards on the website.
8515 IL-127, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Facebook/Peachbarn Winery & Café
At Peachbarn, you can dine on a gourmet meal as you sip a glass of wine. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available and wine flights for just $5!
Peachbarn Winery & Cafe/Google
Live music is also performed nearly every Saturday afternoon. Come here to enjoy the scenery, food, wine, and music. And if you’re looking for a place to spend the night, this winery has a suite! Visit the Peachbarn Winery & Cafe website for more information.
560 Chestnut St, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Von Jakob Winery & Brewery/Google
If you enjoy both wine and beer, head on over to the 15-acre Von Jakob Winery & Brewery. This picturesque winery and brewery offers 20 Southern Illinois wines primarily produced here as well as over 15 beers on tap. On top of that, there is a bed and breakfast on the property. Find out more on the website.
230 IL-127, Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
Brian Leneave/AllTrails
Surrounding Alto Pass is the Shawnee National Forest which offers hiking trails, wildlife, birdwatching, camping, and some of the best scenery in the state. Immerse yourself in nature and sip wine on a relaxing trip to Alto Pass in Southern Illinois!
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Address: Alto Pass, IL 62905, USA
