Harrisburg Illinois - Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram

From Garden of the Gods to some of our favorite, unique shops, Harrisburg is home to a unique array of things to do while being the "Center of Southeastern Illinois."

Harrisburg is, not only the county seat, but the commercial hub of Saline County. It holds the nearest shopping centers, restaurants, banks, and other commerce within miles. Harrisburg holds the county’s only Walmart and several grocery stores.

The major employers in Harrisburg as of 2007 are, American Coal Corporation, Nationwide Glove, Illinois Youth Center, Southern Truss, Harrisburg Medical Center, and Harrisburg School District Unit3.

Hiking:

There are many great places to hike among interesting rock formations, including Stone Face, south of Harrisburg on Illinois Route 34; Garden of the Gods and Bell Smith Springs, south of Harrisburg off US Route 45.

Bicycling:

The Tunnel Hill State Trail is a rails-to-trails project that runs for 45 miles (72 km) from Harrisburg to Karnak, Illinois. It includes a stretch through an old railway tunnel and over a towering trestle.

Fishing:

Saline County State Fish and Wildlife Area, east of Harrisburg offIllinois Route 13, is home to Glen O. Jones Lake.

Tourism:

Shawnee National Forest, Shawnee Tourism

Want to learn more?  Visit The City of Harrisburg IL website.

Harrisburg Illinois Car & Truck Dealership

Here at Jansen CDJR in White County, we strive to give you the very best car buying experience whether you live across the street or live hours away. Our location makes it easy for us to serve the Illinois and Indiana state line and beyond. Make sure you check our new and used lineup of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram cars, trucks and SUVs! If you have any questions, please contact us or visit Jansen CDJR in Carmi, IL.