Book a vacation rental for your Makanda getaway
The parks and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Makanda. Well known for its horseback riding, hiking and golfing, this walkable city won't disappoint. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Makanda
Are you searching for top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that Makanda has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort (1.2 mi / 1.9 km)
- Blue Sky Vineyards (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- StarView Vineyards (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Crab Orchard Golf Club (11.8 mi / 18.9 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 looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Makanda is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- 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)
- Vienna City Park (22.4 mi / 36.1 km)
- Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center (23.6 mi / 38 km)
- Campground Beach (4 mi / 6.4 km)
Transportation options to and around Makanda
Fly into Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), the closest airport, located 14 mi (22.6 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal), which is 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away.