Eminence, Illinois · Shannon County · Visitor Center
Alley General Store is part of the Alley historic community and features Ozark cultural exhibits, cooperating association merchandise sales, and an informational contact station. A 24 hour passport stamping station is located on the screened porch.
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Alley General Store is part of the Alley historic community and features Ozark cultural exhibits, cooperating association merchandise sales, and an informational contact station. A 24 hour passport stamping station is located on the screened porch.
The Alley General Store is located just off State Highway 106, six miles west of Eminence, MO. When driving on 106, look for the sign reading "Visitor Information."
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Alley General Store? A few things to know before you go:
Photo: Sergei AkulichIllinois's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichSteep is hard. These are the ten Illinois trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleTen gentle, well-marked Illinois trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichIllinois's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleFederal parks and recreation areas in Illinois ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichIllinois's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.