15 Stunning Photos Of Illinois That Are Just Too Beautiful For Words
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published June 14, 2018
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
Illinois is one of the most underrated states when it comes to beauty and scenic views. This list of 15 beautiful photos of the Prairie State will prove that it’s actually one of the most gorgeous places in America.
All of these stunning shots come from contributors to our Illinois Nature Lover’s group on Facebook. From stunning skies to mind-bowing natural formations, these images are so gorgeous, they belong in galleries and calendars. Words can hardly describe how amazing they are. Check them out:
1. This yin-yang sunset over the lagoon in the town of Pekin, Illinois is so stunning it's hard to believe it's real.
5. This night sky over an ancient farm in Wataga, Illinois is one of the most unique photos ever submitted to our Illinois Nature Lover's group on Facebook.
9. The way the water rushes away from this charming blue boat on the Calumet Sag Channel near Chicago is one of the most satisfying shots submitted to our Illinois Nature Lover's group on Facebook.
10. Here is yet another mind-boggling shot taken at Garden of the Gods State Park in Southern Illinois that proves the Prairie State is the most beautiful place on earth.
12. This picturesque scene is certainly one of the most beautiful photos ever submitted to the Illinois Nature Lover's group on Facebook, and it was taken along Mendenhall Road near the town of Princeville.
For more great images like these, join our Illinois Nature Lover’s group on Facebook here. Submit your best photos of the Land of Lincoln, and you may be featured in our newsletters, as a photographer of the week on Instagram, as well as in our articles.
