Special Events – Things to do in Illinois
If you are looking for things to do in Illinois, Heartland Lodge hosts several special events through-out the year. Enjoy one of these special events or create your own! We are open all year and many guests make their own special getaway! We offer activities like Polaris UTV rentals, sporting clays, hayrides & bonfire with smores and more. Visit our activities page to see a list of all the activities.
Spring Break Getaway
Typical April weather is perfect for being outdoors and enjoying the lodge activities. Mosquitoes and other pesky bugs are typically still dormant which allows for enjoyable time spent outside, either around the campfire or just enjoying the sunset from the lodge’s beautiful porch views! Another plus a spring break getaway at the lodge is the absolutely beautiful array of trees that start blooming and morel mushroom hunting! You can mushroom hunt on 1,200 acres of prime mushroom hunting ground when you book an overnight reservation!
Typical April weather is perfect for being outdoors and enjoying the lodge activities. Mosquitoes and other pesky bugs are typically still dormant which allows for enjoyable time spent outside, either around the campfire or just enjoying the sunset from the lodge’s beautiful porch views! Another plus a spring break getaway at the lodge is the absolutely beautiful array of trees that start blooming and morel mushroom hunting! You can mushroom hunt on 1,200 acres of prime mushroom hunting ground when you book an overnight reservation!Mother’s Day Weekend ATV Riding Event
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we will be hosting a special Mother’s Day ATV/ UTV riding event! Enjoy ATV Riding, Polaris UTV Rentals, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Mushroom Hunting, Hayrides, Bonfires, Fishing and much more! After a fun filled day on the trails, relax in one of our Private Luxury Cabins or Luxury Suites with jetted tubs, fireplace and extra-comfy king-sized beds!
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we will be hosting a special Mother’s Day ATV/ UTV riding event! Enjoy ATV Riding, Polaris UTV Rentals, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Mushroom Hunting, Hayrides, Bonfires, Fishing and much more! After a fun filled day on the trails, relax in one of our Private Luxury Cabins or Luxury Suites with jetted tubs, fireplace and extra-comfy king-sized beds!Memorial Day ATV Weekend Riding Event!
Memorial Day Weekend is just around the corner! If you are looking for a fun outdoor getaway for this weekend or anytime this summer, we invite you to experience everything Heartland Lodge has to offer! Veterans receive additional discounts this weekend!
Memorial Day Weekend is just around the corner! If you are looking for a fun outdoor getaway for this weekend or anytime this summer, we invite you to experience everything Heartland Lodge has to offer! Veterans receive additional discounts this weekend!Father’s Day Weekend ATV Riding Event
In celebration of Father’s Day, we will be hosting a special ATV/UTV riding event Father’s Day Weekend. Prizes, promotions and special activities will be offered all weekend long!
In celebration of Father’s Day, we will be hosting a special ATV/UTV riding event Father’s Day Weekend. Prizes, promotions and special activities will be offered all weekend long!Wine Trail Tour Stay & Play Packages
Take advantage of the lodge’s Central Illinois location in the scenic hills of Southern Pike County and you’ll have the perfect spot to enjoy two days of wineries and breweries – not only in Illinois but Missouri too (our lodge is located just a few miles from Missouri). You won’t get that with any of the other wine trail tours! You can also visit some historic areas, enjoy lunch in a quaint, small-town diner and enjoy some shopping at all the unique shops in-between your stops at the wineries.
Take advantage of the lodge’s Central Illinois location in the scenic hills of Southern Pike County and you’ll have the perfect spot to enjoy two days of wineries and breweries – not only in Illinois but Missouri too (our lodge is located just a few miles from Missouri). You won’t get that with any of the other wine trail tours! You can also visit some historic areas, enjoy lunch in a quaint, small-town diner and enjoy some shopping at all the unique shops in-between your stops at the wineries.Fourth of July Celebration
The lodge is a perfect location for your July 4th getaway! There is plenty to do around the resort or take a day trip to one of the surrounding towns who will be having Fourth of July Celebrations.
The lodge is a perfect location for your July 4th getaway! There is plenty to do around the resort or take a day trip to one of the surrounding towns who will be having Fourth of July Celebrations.Hannibal Wine & Brewery Tour Weekend
Enjoy wine and beer tasting, scenic cruise down the Mighty Mississippi River (the same one Tom Sawyer took a raft down!), historic downtown Hannibal, Missouri, wonderful meals, first-class accommodations, and a lot of fun with your friends or significant other.
Enjoy wine and beer tasting, scenic cruise down the Mighty Mississippi River (the same one Tom Sawyer took a raft down!), historic downtown Hannibal, Missouri, wonderful meals, first-class accommodations, and a lot of fun with your friends or significant other.Peach Themed Weekend Event!
Enjoy famous Calhoun County Illinois peaches, jams, jellies, peach themed ATV/UTV scavenger hunt and other special promotions at the lodge!
Enjoy famous Calhoun County Illinois peaches, jams, jellies, peach themed ATV/UTV scavenger hunt and other special promotions at the lodge!President’s Day ATV Riding Event
Celebrate President’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! It’s the perfect way to cure cabin fever! Take advantage of the three-day weekend and enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing, special lodging promotions and much more!
Celebrate President’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! It’s the perfect way to cure cabin fever! Take advantage of the three-day weekend and enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing, special lodging promotions and much more!Labor Day Weekend Celebration!
Looking for a fun & relaxing LABOR DAY WEEKEND Escape!? We invite you to check out everything the lodge has to offer!
Looking for a fun & relaxing LABOR DAY WEEKEND Escape!? We invite you to check out everything the lodge has to offer!Kick Off to Fall- FREE Weekday ATV Pass Week!
Book a stay Sunday night through Thursday night (Sept 2nd-5th) and receive a FREE ATV day pass with your own machine!
Book a stay Sunday night through Thursday night (Sept 2nd-5th) and receive a FREE ATV day pass with your own machine!Easter Egg Hunt- ATV Riding Event
Enjoy an Easter Egg hunt with your ATV or UTV this Easter weekend! We invite you to bring your friends and family and enjoy the day or weekend at the lodge! Enjoy ATV Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing and much more!
Enjoy an Easter Egg hunt with your ATV or UTV this Easter weekend! We invite you to bring your friends and family and enjoy the day or weekend at the lodge! Enjoy ATV Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing and much more!April Girls’ Getaway Weekend
Our getaway weekends are truly fantastic. You and your friends will enjoy gourmet meals, first-class accommodations, and a host of unforgettable activities. After a long week of staff meetings, laundry, ringing phones, and e-mail updates, don’t you think you deserve a vacation? Imagine it – no cooking, no cleaning, and no worries. Just good friends relaxing and enjoying each other’s company.
Our getaway weekends are truly fantastic. You and your friends will enjoy gourmet meals, first-class accommodations, and a host of unforgettable activities. After a long week of staff meetings, laundry, ringing phones, and e-mail updates, don’t you think you deserve a vacation? Imagine it – no cooking, no cleaning, and no worries. Just good friends relaxing and enjoying each other’s company.Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend Ride
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! Take advantage of the great temperatures and trail riding conditions this weekend and enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing, special lodging promotions and much more!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! Take advantage of the great temperatures and trail riding conditions this weekend and enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing, special lodging promotions and much more!March Madness Lodging Promotions!
March can be one of the most enjoyable times to experience our lodges and resort! The weather is normally pleasant, bugs are not out yet, and you can see the beautiful property before all the foliage covers the landscape!
March can be one of the most enjoyable times to experience our lodges and resort! The weather is normally pleasant, bugs are not out yet, and you can see the beautiful property before all the foliage covers the landscape!