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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The Knight Center at Washington University

The Knight Center at Washington University

2.5 out of 5
Price was $381, price is now $303 per person
$303
per person
May 1 - May 3
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to St. Louis (STL)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful front desk staff and restaurant staff. Lovely experience!

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

The Wildwood Hotel

The Wildwood Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Price was $736, price is now $466 per person
$466
per person
Mar 26 - Mar 29
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Charlotte (CLT) to St. Louis (STL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,600 reviews)
Clean room and easy parking.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

The Cheshire

The Cheshire

4 out of 5
Price was $711, price is now $554 per person
$554
per person
Mar 26 - Mar 29
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Charlotte (CLT) to St. Louis (STL)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
I love the whole "English Tudor" vibe at the hotel. The room was clean and well-appointed. The staff is friendly and the hotel lounge is a fun place to unwind.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Popular places to visit

The cross at the crossroads in Effingham, Illinois.

Cross at the Crossroads

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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

Cross at the Crossroads
drone night view on Kildare Village Outlet Shopping at christmas

Village Square Mall

3.5/5(35 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Village Square Mall during your visit to Effingham. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Village Square Mall

Effingham County Fairgrounds

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

4/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

Lake Sara

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Sara during your travels in Effingham. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Lake Sara

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
Best Western Delta Inn

Best Western Delta Inn

2.5 out of 5
1509 Hampton Dr Effingham IL
Best Western Delta Inn
Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

Effingham IL
Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1811 W Fayette Avenue 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 IL
The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1604 West Fayette Avenue Effingham IL
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG
Family Home on Lake Sara

Family Home on Lake Sara

Effingham IL
Family Home on Lake Sara
Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Effingham IL
Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.
Lake Sara Dream

Lake Sara Dream

Effingham IL
Lake Sara Dream
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