Experience the living legacy and significant role our state played in the Abolitionist movement and Underground Railroad with a visit to Milton. As Springfield, Illinois is to the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln, Milton is to the well-preserved history of abolitionism in the Midwest. This historic town of around 5,000 is like a trip back in time, even if America's complete story fades from school history books. Can't rewrite or erase the brick and stone forged from the abolition ambition of Joseph Goodrich's heart and faith ... More

Storrs Lake Wildlife Area

This portion of the Ice Age Trail is a 1.7 mile footpath Bower's Lake and the 20 acre Storr's Lake situated on northeast edge of Milton has a maximum depth of 25 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.  Storrs Lake is 753 Acres and located at 5966 E Storrs Lake Rd., Milton   More about Storrs Lake