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Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery is an event venue at 15469 IL-127, Carlyle, IL 62231. It is in Clinton County, about 44 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 15469 IL-127, Carlyle, IL 62231
- Phone
- +16185948830
- County
- Clinton County
- Highways
- U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 127
- Distance
- about 44 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
About Carlyle
Carlyle is a small city in Clinton County, Illinois, with a population of just over 3,100. Founded in 1818, it became the county seat in 1825 after Charles Slade donated land for the courthouse. The city sits near the Kaskaskia River and Carlyle Lake, the largest man-made lake entirely within Illinois. Carlyle is known for its historic role along the Goshen Trail and the General Dean Suspension Bridge, built in 1859, which is unique in Illinois. Visitors can reach Carlyle via U.S. Route 50 or Illinois Route 127. The city is about 44 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri. Nearby, Carlyle Lake offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
Getting there
- Highways
- U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 127
- Nearest city
- St. Louis, Missouri
Around Carlyle
- General Dean Suspension Bridge: Built in 1859, it is the only suspension bridge of its kind in Illinois and crosses the Kaskaskia River.
- Carlyle Lake: Illinois' largest man-made lake located near the city.
- Carlyle Lake: A major recreational area offering boating, fishing, and outdoor activities.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery located?
- Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery is at 15469 IL-127, Carlyle, IL 62231, in Clinton County.
- How do I get to Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery?
- Carlyle is served by U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 127. It is about 44 miles from St. Louis.
- What is there to see in Carlyle?
- Places to see in Carlyle include General Dean Suspension Bridge, Carlyle Lake, Carlyle Lake.
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