- The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Grafton, Illinois, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Ziplines, Pubs, Visitor Centers and Horseback Riding.
- From Grafton Visitor's Center to Grafton Zipline Adventures, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Grafton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Florissant, St. Charles, St. Peters and Alton.
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Good for a 1 hour jet ski rental with an additional rider
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Located along the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers, the Grafton Visitor's Center is a location offering many services to visitors of the town. Those at the visitor's center also commonly observe the American Bald Eagle from its viewing windows.
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There are 9 ziplines totaling 9,800 feet in length at the Grafton Zipline Adventures, with the highest point being at 250 feet.
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12 wine specialties and a wide variety of beers are served at the Piasa Winery & Pub. The menu bears an Italian influence, and is accompanied by live entertainment. Private events can be organized in here.
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The longest zip line at the company, Grafton Zipline, is called the 'Soaring Eagle' and measures around two thousand feet in length. The minimum weight to be able to participate is 45 pounds and the maximum is 250 pounds.
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Opened in 1972, Ridge Valley Riding Stables is an equestrian center offering a number of services for horses and their riders. Horse boarding, riding lessons, trail rides, and 'pony parties' are among the services available to visitors.
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Soccer Complex Park is a recreational sports complex that features 16 soccer fields, 2 concession stands, and a paved biking trial. The park also has a playground area for children and restrooms.
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Sunset Park is a 90-acre outdoor park that is home to the Sunset Nature Lodge, which can be rented for select occasions. The park also has a trail that runs along the shore of the Missouri River.
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Established in 1867, Sioux Passage Park has multiple horseback riding trails, fishing in the Missouri River, and an area for winter outdoor sports like snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Five camping sites for primitive camping are also on the park grounds.
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Located along the Missouri River, DuSable Dog Park is a 2.5-acre canine recreation facility consisting of grass and dirt fields. The park provides a pavilion, picnic tables and a separate area for small dogs.
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Home to the JFK Community Center and youth summer programs is Koch Park. The scenic community park features expansive green fields, picnic areas, basketball court, handball court, aquatic park and soccer field.