Bald Knob Cross
Bald Knob Road, Alto Pass, IL 62905
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Towering above the landscape at a over 111 feet, and visible for over 7,500 square miles, Bald Knob Cross is situated in the Shawnee National Forest near the small town of Alto Pass, Illinois.
A national symbol of faith, this 111-foot-tall cross, when illuminated at night, can be seen over an area of 7,500 square miles atop the most prominent elevation in Southern Illinois. The cross is surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest.
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Shawnee Hills Wine Trail check in challenge
Feb 05 – Dec 21
Visit all 12 wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail during 2025 and use the digital check in challenge pass, and be rewarded!
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Open Mic Night at Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards • Apr 18 @ 5:30PM
Whether it be to sing a song, read a poem, or play an instrument - show off your skills at Alto Vineyards.
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Annual Family Eco Festival at Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards • Apr 19 @ 12noon
A day of eco arts and crafts, environmental education stations, hands-on science at Alto Vineyards.
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