Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

Mounds from Pre-Colombian Native American city (Mississippian culture) located in Collinsville, IL, near St. Louis, MO. Dates to 1050-1350. Added to list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1982.

View of St. Louis from the Monks Mound at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site.

Monk's Mound covers almost 14 acres and rises 100 feet. A part of the larger ancient city of Cahokia that at its peak housed 10-15 thousand people.

Central Plaza view from top of Monks Mound

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Activities

Popular places to visit

Splash City Family Waterpark

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Splash City Family Waterpark as part of your trip to Collinsville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

When I am near anything that is advertised as "The World's Largest" anything I have to go by and take a look. In this case it is the World's Largest Catsup Bottle.

World's Largest Catsup Bottle

Find out about the history of Collinsville when you spend time at World's Largest Catsup Bottle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Long Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Pontoon Beach. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing

Why not try your luck with a visit to FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing during your visit to Collinsville? Discover the great live music in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Horseshoe Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Horseshoe Lake State Park during your travels to St. Louis.

Lazer Force Lazer Tag & Pedal Karts

You can take time to visit Lazer Force Lazer Tag & Pedal Karts during your travels to Caseyville. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

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