Lake Geneva Here We Go

Yesterday, we decided it was too much of a chance of rain to go boating, so we went to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, about 20 miles away, just over the border. This is a major tourist destination for "Flatlanders" as we Illinois-folk are sometimes referred to by "Cheeseheads."


THE DRIVE

We took US-12 through beautiful antique Richmond, Illinois, and past one of the few remaining Dog 'N Suds on the north side of town. Then, we got on Highway H in Genoa City which features an excellent restaurant on the main street called Keller's with that great old sign. There is also Fitzgerald's at the Octagon House which is famed for their Door County Fish Boil.


Highway H is actually the original US-12 before the freeway was built. We especially like this route because there is little traffic and it goes through rolling hills, past farms, lots of silos, and The Upper Crust restaurant in Pell Lake, also a favorite and unique eating experience.


UPON ARRIVING IN LAKE GENEVA

At Wisconsin Route 120, Highway H cuts off to the east, but continue through the intersection as this is still the original US-12. You will now be on Wells Street. Along a three mile stretch there are about seven old mom and pop-type motels, including one with cabins. This is where most regular folk (non-millionaire) stayed when visiting.

To Be Continued...

A Good Day in Cheesehead Land, --RoadDog