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Upcoming Events

We have year-round activities related to nature, history, music, and more. See what is happening at the Rock!

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Planning Your Visit

Planning Your Visit

Where to start - What to bring - What to see -What to do? Here are some things to get you started.

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Trail Maps and Hikes

Trail Maps and Hikes

Do it on your own or go with a guide. Pick trails by duration, difficulty, or just learn more about the park. All are good choices!

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There’s an app for that!

Visitors to Starved Rock State Park can now take a guided hike on the park’s most popular trails by using this new smartphone app. Download the Prairie State Hike App for just 99 cents.

 


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Trail Tip Tuesday

Don't go chasin' waterfalls
Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to
TLC

Seriously though, if you are chasing waterfalls please remember that all of our canyons contain waterfalls BUT they are strictly rainfed meaning if we haven't had any rain there aren't going to be any waterfalls to chase after.

The best time to view waterfalls in the canyons at either park is in the spring, specifically the months of March through May. Canyons are currently dry (no full fledge flowing waterfalls) at the park.

The waterfalls started to dwindle and dry out as early as the middle of June this year. LaSalle County is currently experiencing a 3-year drought and it shows!

Don't worry nature is still beautiful regardless if water is present or not! Enjoy your time on the trails and look for other inspiring features along your hike.
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Trail Tip Tuesday

Dont go chasin waterfalls
Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that youre used to
TLC

Seriously though, if you are chasing waterfalls please remember that all of our canyons contain waterfalls BUT they are strictly rainfed meaning if we havent had any rain there arent going to be any waterfalls to chase after.  

The best time to view waterfalls in the canyons at either park is in the spring, specifically the months of March through May.  Canyons are currently dry (no full fledge flowing waterfalls) at the park. 

The waterfalls started to dwindle and dry out as early as the middle of June this year.  LaSalle County is currently experiencing a 3-year drought and it shows!

Dont worry nature is still beautiful regardless if water is present or not!  Enjoy your time on the trails and look for other inspiring features along your hike.

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Motivational Monday!
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