Book a holiday rental for your Makanda getaway
The parks and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Makanda. Well known for its horse riding, hiking and golfing, this walkable city won't disappoint. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Makanda
Do you want to discover attractions to visit in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Makanda a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort (1.2 mi / 1.9 km)
- Blue Sky Vineyards (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Pomona Winery (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center (10.1 mi / 16.3 km)
- Kokopelli Golf Club (16.4 mi / 26.4 km)
- Owl Creek Vineyard (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
Exploring the natural features in Makanda
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Makanda is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Cedar Lake (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- Little Grand Canyon Trail Trailhead (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Lake of Egypt (15.1 mi / 24.3 km)
- Tunnel Hill State Trail (22.4 mi / 36 km)
- Campground Beach (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Goreville City Park (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
Transport options to and around Makanda
Fly into Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), the closest airport, located 14 mi (22.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal), which is 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away.