Eldorado, IL

If you are new to Eldorado, the first thing to learn is the local pronunciation: it is called "El-duh-RAY-doh," honoring the early Elder and Read families who settled here. Located in Southern Illinois just north of the Shawnee National Forest, this small Saline County community grew up around historic rail lines and coal mines. Today, life here moves at a relaxed pace. Residents enjoy affordable living, quiet neighborhoods, and easy access to outdoor trails, giving the town a comfortable, down-to-earth feel.