Alto Pass, IL
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- 753 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Alto Pass is a quiet village tucked into the rolling hills of Union County in southern Illinois. With around 350 residents, it offers a relaxed, rural lifestyle surrounded by hardwood forests, family-owned orchards, and local vineyards. The village sits right along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, giving residents a scenic setting with easy access to neighboring communities like Cobden and Carbondale for shopping and dining.
Outdoor recreation is a major draw for the area. Just a short drive up a winding road through the Shawnee National Forest brings you to the 111-foot Bald Knob Cross of Peace, which looks out over miles of ridge tops and valleys. Hikers and nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby Bald Knob Wilderness, where rugged trails, rocky bluffs, and quiet forest paths make it easy to enjoy the outdoors year-round.
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