Starved Rock State Park is the most visited attraction in the state of Illinois. Less than one hundred miles from Chicago, this National Historic Landmark is alive with beauty. There are canyons, tall, tree-topped bluffs overlooking the Illinois River, and thirteen miles of hiking trails to bring visitors closer to the natural charm of the park. Fourteen of the eighteen canyons have waterfalls, and guided hikes through these canyons are available and are the safest way to explore.

The park has a guest lodge and a campground while a small camp store serves the needs of overnight visitors. Day visitors may use the picnicking areas, which have several shelters, drinking water, picnic tables, and restroom facilities. From late December until March, Starved Rock State Park becomes a center for viewing migratory bald eagles; thousands of them flock to the park each year.

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