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For more information on any press releases, contact: Stewart Stoffregan, marketing Director: 815-777-4680 or stewart@chestnutmtn.com. Full color media kit and color slides available upon request.

Fill-A-Quad Season Passes Now Available!

Gather a few friends together and save some money by purchasing four season passes for $299 per person. Passes must be purchased in blocks of four. Purchase before October 15, and each person receives a free $20 gift card. (Offer expires Oct. 31, 2010)Buy Now!

New Sunset Grille

GALENA, IL – Chestnut Mountain Resort, a popular Midwestern resort destination for the past 50 years is pleased to announce the unveiling of Galena’s newest restaurant the “Sunset Grille”.

The Sunset Grille is a refreshing dining experience, where the view is almost as spectacular as the food. Perched high on a bluff overlooking the Upper Mississippi River Valley the restaurant features a 1,400 sq ft outdoor dining deck that offers everything from a scenic 3 state view, breathtaking sunsets, bird watching (eagles, pelicans, blue birds, & more), to exceptional food.

The menu at the Sunset Grille is nothing less than “Sunsational”. It offers a little bit of everything under the sun from signature sandwiches, gourmet pizzas, mouth watering steaks, and fresh seafood. Our menu was designed to offer a legendary dining experience with succulent entrées that boast tantalizing flavors to please array of palettes and appetites.

New Disc Golf Course

Challenge the mountain this summer on our new 9-Hole Disc Golf course showcasing our area’s unique geological beauty. Whether you are an experienced player looking to hone your skills or a novice just picking up the sport, our course offers challenges for all levels.

Course Fee: $3 (House Guests Free)
Rental Discs: $5 (Driver, Mid-Range, & Putter)
*To rent a guest must present a valid drivers license, a Chestnut Mountain room key, or a $15 deposit. There is a $5 charge for each lost disc.

Mississippi Explorer Cruises

Galena, IL - Join us portside this summer at Chestnut Mountain Resort and jump aboard the Mississippi Explorer for the experience of a lifetime. Enjoy the magical splendor of the mighty Mississippi River much like Marquette, Joliet, and other early explorers. This 1 1/2 hour expedition cruise offers explorers of all ages an in-depth exploration of the Mississippi River's ecosystem. Just sit back and relax as your knowledgeable Captain shares yarns of river lore & safely navigates through meandering channels and endless backwaters. Magnificent scenery, abundant wildlife, waterfowl and bald eagles welcome you around every bend. Make sure to bring your binoculars and camera!

Departure Times:
Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm

Cruise Rates/Single Ticket:
Ages 12-Adult: $25
Ages 7-11: $20
Ages 3-6: $15
2 and under: Free
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*Charters are available anytime (For a minimum of 25 people. Maximum boat capacity is 49 people. )

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