Near Cooke Overlook Trail
The Council Ring is the perfect place to spend a summer day.
Near Cooke Overlook Trail
On the summer solstice, the stones in the Council Ring align with the setting sun.
Near Cooke Overlook Trail
The Mississippi River meanders in the distance on a beautiful fall day.
Near Cooke Overlook Trail
Cooke Overlook offers spectacular views as the trees erupt in their warm fall colors.

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Cooke Overlook Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A short trail with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and downtown Galena!
0.2
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Open dawn to dusk. Closed while there's snow on the ground.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.18mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
48ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,073ft
High Point
1,025ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short trail ends at the John and Marge Cooke Overlook with views of the Mississippi River in the distance! The route is well defined, making it easy to follow as you make your way to the beautiful overlook. The Horseshoe Mound Preserve is owned and maintained by a nonprofit organization, so be sure to leave a donation in the box at the kiosk!

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Contributors
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