Ballard Nature Center Tours

Learn about local plants and animals at Ballard Nature Center. Filled with educational displays, it might just inspire you to think about how you can become more environmentally aware.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Altamont, Ballard Nature Center is an interesting place to start your exploring. This place to learn about the environment is one of many attractions that'll keep you occupied here. Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion, Effingham County Fairgrounds, and Altamont Living Museum are also ready to be explored nearby.

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Hilton Garden Inn Chesterfield

Hilton Garden Inn Chesterfield

3 out of 5
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Sep 11 - Sep 15
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Atlanta (ATL) to St. Louis (STL)
8.2/10 Very Good! (756 reviews)
I booked online and paid via the app. When I arrived on site they explained they had overbooked and had no rooms available. The staff was amazing and went above and beyond and secured a room at another location. Thank you to the staff for taking care of us.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

The Wildwood Hotel

The Wildwood Hotel

3.5 out of 5
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Sep 4 - Sep 7
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Los Angeles (LAX) to St. Louis (STL)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,549 reviews)
For the price, this hotel was great. A cheap clean stopover in St. Louis. We were very happy to have cafes and restaurants within walking distance too! And parking was free.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
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Sep 11 - Sep 15
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Atlanta (ATL) to St. Louis (STL)
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
We stayed overnight before our flight. We enjoyed the pool area and quiet room. It is easy to get to the airport.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Popular places to visit

Effingham County Fairgrounds

Take the family on an outing to Effingham County Fairgrounds during your trip to Altamont. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Effingham County Fairgrounds

Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion in Altamont. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion

Altamont Living Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Altamont Living Museum during your travels in Altamont. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Altamont Living Museum

Cardinal Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Effingham at Cardinal Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Cardinal Golf Course

Cross at the Crossroads

Find out about the history of Effingham when you take a trip to Cross at the Crossroads. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Cross at the Crossroads

Effingham Performance Center

You can enjoy a show at Effingham Performance Center during your trip to Effingham. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Effingham Performance Center

Best Lodging Options Near Ballard Nature Center

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

2.5 out of 5
4 W Carriage Lane, Altamont, IL
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

2.5 out of 5
1200 N Raney, Effingham, IL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

3 out of 5
1103 Avenue Of Mid America, Effingham, IL
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1811 W Fayette Avenue, I-57 & 70 Exit 159, Effingham, IL
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham
The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

Effingham
The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.
Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

3 out of 5
1606 W Fayette Avenue, Effingham, IL
Ramada by Wyndham Effingham
Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

Effingham
Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!
Family Home on Lake Sara

Family Home on Lake Sara

Effingham
Family Home on Lake Sara
Quality Inn Effingham

Quality Inn Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1304 W Evergreen Drive, Effingham, IL
Quality Inn Effingham
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