Discover the Serenity of Horseshoe Mound Preserve

Getting There

• Car

  From the Galena Historic District, head north on S Main St toward W Hill St. Continue straight onto N Main St. After about 0.5 miles, turn left onto W Blackjack Rd. Follow W Blackjack Rd for approximately 1 mile until you reach the intersection with N Blackjack Rd. Turn right onto N Blackjack Rd, and in about 0.7 miles, you'll find Horseshoe Mound Preserve at 1679 N Blackjack Rd on your left. There is no entry fee for the preserve.

• Public Transportation

  Currently, there are limited public transportation options directly to Horseshoe Mound Preserve from the Galena Historic District. However, you can take a taxi or rideshare service from the district to the preserve. The ride should take about 10-15 minutes, and costs may vary based on the service used, generally around $10-$15.

• Walking (if nearby)

  If you are near the Horseshoe Mound Preserve, you can walk there. From the center of the Galena Historic District, head north on S Main St toward W Hill St. Continue straight until you reach N Main St. Turn left and walk up N Main St until you reach W Blackjack Rd, then turn right. Follow W Blackjack Rd until you reach N Blackjack Rd, and then turn right. Horseshoe Mound Preserve will be approximately 1.2 miles ahead on your left.