Livingston: An Outdoor Excursion for the Weekend
Livingston, Illinois is a county established in 1837 and was named after the former mayor of New York City, Edward Livingston, who despite having no connections to the state, was honored with the county name. The county is most accessible through the Mid-America St. Louis Airport (BLV) 39 miles away and Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) in Missouri, 48 miles away.
Best Time to Visit
Livingston, Illinois provides long, warm, and humid summers and freezing and windy winters. Expect partly cloudy skies throughout the year. The best time to book Livingston, Illinois hotels is between early June and mid-September. Visit in August for the Annual Fairbury Fair or in September for the Harvest Days Festival in Dwight.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Livingston, Illinois, make sure to check out the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center, featuring old town artifacts and Bob Waldmire maps and drawings. Pass by Henry's Rabbit Ranch, a roadside attraction that features actual bunnies, Volkswagen Rabbits, and a giant fiberglass jackrabbit display. The Timber Lakes Golf Course features an 18-hole championship course with a complete driving range with sand bunker and putting green. At Super 8 by Wyndham Staunton, travelers can quiet rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, Wi-Fi, and a microwave and fridge, as well as easy access to Timber Lakes Golf Course and VFW Park. At Baymont by Wyndham Litchfield, guests can rest in suites with whirlpool tubs and enjoy a free breakfast bar, indoor pool, fitness center, and business center.