While walking down the path that meanders through Lake Bluff park, you will pass a large cannon monument, which was unveiled to St. Joseph in 1897. This eleven-inch Dahlgren gun is a naval cannon cast in 1864. However, this particular specimen did not see service during the Civil War, but was carried on the USS Marion from 1876-9. This cannon is one of only 21 survivors of the 465 of its type manufacturerd, and which armed many famous ships, including the USS Monitor. It weighs nearly eight tons and can fire a 200 lb. shot three miles.

If you keep walking you will see the Maids of the Mist. Located across from the Whitcomb, the fountain runs all summer long. The two female figures are Constance and Hope. Made for the Inter State Industrial Exposition building at the World's Fair in Chicago, the Maids of the Mist found a home in St. Joseph when the owner of the Whitcomb purchased it in 1892.

The Whitcomb Hotel has been present in St. Joseph since 1868. Formally the St. Charles Hotel location, wealthy Chicago visitors vacationed here until 1968 when the hotel closed. Mineral baths were a specialty of the hotel. They were believed to be beneficial for diseases. The Whitcomb was renowned nation wide. Currently the Whitcomb is a retirement home for many residents. Grand parties and entertainment events are still held on the large porch that overlooks the bluff.