The bed of The I and M Canal. Marseilles

Canal bed I and M Canal Marseilles

     One of the canal towns along the course of the Illinois Michigan Canal is Marseilles.  Unfortunately, there is little water in the canal in this area. It is difficult to even recognize this region as having been a significant waterway in the latter half of the 19th century.  To reach the canal site, travel west on highway 6.  Make a left (south turn) on  Chicago Street.  Travel 3 to 4 blocks and you will reach the canal.