Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks

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+1 (815) 667-4726

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North Utica, IL 61373

+1 (815) 667-4726

http://www2.illinois.gov

Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks offer visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty of North Utica, IL through hiking trails, breathtaking waterfalls, and stunning rock formations.

With a focus on outdoor recreation and conservation, these parks provide a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and those looking to connect with the great outdoors.

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4.0369 reviews

Joshua D.

9/5/2024

This place isn't starved for attention, that's for sure. Whether it was for a school field trip or an adventure with the family, visiting Starved Rock as a kid was a rite of passage of sorts....

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Jon G.

2/2/2025

The park has very good trails and easy hikes. The view from the top of Starved Rock is terrific. We saw numerous eagles too. The lodge was very disappointing. Tiny bathroom with the shortest...

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Frank L.

3/8/2024

I visited Starved Rock for the first time the other day - it is beautiful! An excellent place to go hiking, take in nature and get some excellent views. It looks different each season so make...

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Frances B.

6/8/2024

The most beloved park in Illinois. Unlike most of central and northern Illinois, the terrain here is not flat, with many stairs and going up and down canyons, carved by glaciers. I went in early...

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Marcus D.

9/15/2024

Great place to hike and get out into nature. Amazing rock formations and woods, awesome views! Beware however that the trails away from the Illinois River, while great to see, there's a ton of...

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