How to Get to Oregon, IL

Oregon, IL is along scenic Route 64 (North Avenue) just 99 miles west of Chicago. It offers easy weekend getaways from Chicago, with a variety of activities or relaxation along the Rock River.

From Chicago, you can get there in less than 2 hours. Here are a three easy ways by car.

1. Take I-90 W towards Rockford
2. Exit I-39 S/U.S. 51 S toward Rockford/U.S. 20
3. Stay on US-20 W (do not get onto I-39 S)
4. Exit at IL-2 S/S Main St toward Dixon
5. IL-2 S runs along the Rock River through Byron and then Oregon. The Blackhawk Steak Pit will be on your left as you enter Oregon.

OR

1. Take I-290 W
2. Exit and continue onto I-88 W (signs for S Tollway/Aurora/I-294/W Tollway/Indiana)
3. Take the exit onto I-39 N/US-51 N toward Rockford
4. Take exit 104 for IL-64 toward Oregon/Sycamore
5. IL-64 runs right through Oregon. Once you get into town and cross the Rock River, make a right turn at IL-2 (4th St) and the Blackhawk Steak Pit will be 1 mile ahead on your right.

OR take the longer scenic route through small towns and enjoy countryside!

1. Take IL-64 W (North Ave) from Chicago to Oregon and enjoy the road trip!
2. IL-64 runs right through Oregon. Once you get into town and cross the Rock River, make a right turn at IL-2 (4th St) and the Blackhawk Steak Pit will be 1 mile ahead on your right.

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