South Beloit, IL

united states

South Beloit straddles the Illinois-Wisconsin border where I-39 and I-90 meet, making it a key junction for Chicago-to-Madison traffic. The Rock River runs through this city of 7,900, which serves as a gateway between states. Interstate routes connect to Rockford (15 miles), Madison (45 miles), and Chicago (90 miles). The town's claim to fame is Turtle Township Park, home to quirky concrete turtle sculptures that have greeted travelers since the 1960s.