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The Galena Territory is a census-designated place in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. Its population was 1,058 as of the 2010 census. The community consists of a private 6800 acre development located several miles southeast of downtown Galena. The Territory, which is managed by a homeowners association, has set aside 1500 acre of protected recreational land. The remainder is filled with low-density residential development and Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. As of August 2017, there were 4,082 property owners, 554 permanent residences, and 1,675 vacation residences.

Education
The Galena Territory is served by three school districts: Galena Unit School District, including the Galena High School on the far west area of the Galena Territory, Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211 on the north, and River Ridge Community Unit School District 210 on the south and east.

Facilities and Amenities
The community includes an owners’ club, which houses recreational facilities for property owners and their guests. The pool and recreation complex includes a fitness center, café, and three pools, along with tennis courts, a basketball court, and a playground. The Galena Territory has also reserved about 1,500 acres of greenspace with over 40 miles of trails running throughout the territory. These areas are sections of the territory that will be left undeveloped to conserve the natural environment. A riding center offers horseback riding, along with other activities, including trail rides and riding lessons.

Lake Galena and Marina
Lake Galena is a man-made reservoir within the Galena Territory. The lake is mostly used for recreational purposes including boating and fishing. The lake is managed by The Galena Territory Association along with the marina located on the east end of the lake.

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is located lakeside in the center of The Galena Territory. There are 80 rooms in the main lodge, and over 300 private villas. The resort is best known for its 63 holes of championship golf, including "The General", which Golf Digest ranked No. 41 in the 2007-2008 "America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses."