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Starved Rock State Park

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Experience the fun of outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park. Year-round you can enjoy hiking along the nature trails or viewing the many spectacular overlooks along the Illinois River, recreational opportunities abound. From picnicking to fishing to boating, from horseback riding to camping to enjoying winter sports, there's so much to do that you'll come back again and again.

JULY 2, 2009 Park Accessibility:
Routes 71 & 178 entrances are open.

Visitor Center Conditions:
The parking lots at the Visitor Center are OPEN. STARVED ROCK STATE PARK Trails are OPEN.

Call for guided hikes! 815-667-4726

The Visitor Center is OPEN from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but the public restrooms remain open until 6:00 p.m.

Matthiessen State Park IS open for hiking.

Hunting Season 2009-2010

Firearm Deer Season

November 20, 21, 22, 2009 (First Season)

December 3, 4, 5, 6, 2009 (Second Season)

Muzzleloader Deer Season

December 11, 12, 13, 2009

Late Firearm Deer Season

January 15, 16, 17, 2010

Have fun & be careful.

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Rushing water cutting through a canyon is a four–star landmark in any travel guidebook. But this flowing jewel is a radical change of scenery close to home. "It is flat. You can see for miles. –Corn and soybean fields everywhere." That's the typical description of Illinois. Until you get to Starved Rock State Park. Read More »

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