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 Wildwood Hotel

The Wildwood Hotel

3.5 out of 5
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Jan 7 - Jan 11
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Atlanta (ATL) to St. Louis (STL)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (1,600 reviews)
This is a very nice hotel in the Wildwood, MO area. It offers free and convenient parking, a complimentary breakfast and a nicely furnished room. Additionally, the hotel has a small indoor pool and hot tub. The hotel is appropriately priced and is also pet friendly, which is mandatory for us. The employees seem happy to be there and are very friendly. The King room with sofa and chair is spacious, well furnished and the bed is super soft. The bathroom is also a nice size and everything was clean. We will definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

The Cheshire

The Cheshire

4 out of 5
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Jan 7 - Jan 11
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Atlanta (ATL) to St. Louis (STL)
17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Great stay! The room could have been a tiny bit cleaner but nothing crazy! Mainly stains on the table and some dusty areas but beds and bathrooms were clean! The staff was super nice and the place was nicely decorated.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

3 out of 5
The Grove
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17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect A bit more attention to detail is needed. A deep clean on a regular basis.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 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 quaint 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
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!
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.
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1811 W Fayette Avenue Effingham IL
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham
Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1305 N Keller Dr Effingham IL
Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham
Family Home on Lake Sara

Family Home on Lake Sara

Effingham IL
Family Home on Lake Sara
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
Lake Sara Dream

Lake Sara Dream

Effingham IL
Lake Sara Dream
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