Activities
Starved Rock State Park & Lodge is the best getaway in Illinois if you enjoy outdoor adventure, history, great architecture and fun! Hiking, swimming, shopping, special events, educational programs, park activities & much more are offered year ’round. Bring your camera. An adventure is waiting for you in the heart of Illinois: LaSalle County!
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Events, Hiking & Calendar
Our goal is to offer events for guests of all ages. Check our calendar for over 500 things to do at Starved Rock. PLEASE NOTE: some trails are closed because of recent flooding. Update on park trails as of May 13:. Trails remain closed east of…
Entertainment
How about a musical tribute show? If you love Frank Sinatra, Patsy Cline and performers from yesteryear, you’ll love our Tribute to the Stars series. Each musical tribute show includes lunch or dinner, entertainers that take you back in time and a memorable setting in the…
Shopping
Shop Starved Rock for Mother’s Day (Sunday-May 12, 2013). Explore all the shops at Starved Rock for great apparel, T-shirts, outstanding wine & accessories and fun souvenirs! Forget something? Travel supplies are available in the Cafe. Don’t miss the Starved Rock Marketplace for great shopping. Women all of…
2013 Starved Rock Lodge Harley Davidson Giveaway
The official start date has been postponed. Blessing of the Bikes, scheduled for Sunday – May 5, 2013 has been canceled. We’ll keep you posted about our official kick-off of this giveaway. End Date: September 8th, 2013 on the Veranda – Giveaway check in time…
Trolley Tours & Rentals
Take a tour of beautiful Starved Rock on Ranger or Bella! There’s no better way to ride! Ranger seats up to 26 guests in its cozy, charming interior. Bella is our Wedding Trolley & Special Event Trolley, with seats for up to 22 guests. Plus…
Pool, Sauna, & Hot Tub
Enjoy our indoor pool area in any season! We also have a gated Children’s Pool, wheelchair lift, two Saunas & a Hot Tub. Towels are available in the pool area. No Lifeguard on Duty.
Dedicated to Seniors
At Starved Rock, we are dedicated to our Seniors! Our Lodge offers the perfect combination – the ambiance of a great historical stay with fun activities and entertainment. We have cruises, boat trips, garden tours, hiking, and ENTERTAINMENT. Our “Tribute to the Stars” packages are truly unique.…
Massages
You don’t have to be a guest at Starved Rock Lodge to schedule a massage, but it’s better if you are! Enjoy a relaxing massage in a quiet cabin. The tranquil, wooded setting takes you away from the troubles of the day with soft candlelight and soothing music. Imagine being recharged and refreshed physically and mentally. Let…
Water Cruises
Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the “Belle of the Rock”, an authentic paddle wheel boat or the Canal Boat. For a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River with optional dinner or lunch. It’s the summer’s best adventure! Tickets & Information:…
Kids Corner
Hey kids! Looking for fun and facts to help plan your visit to Starved Rock State Park? You have come to the right place. Explore our fun online resources & get to Starved Rock for endless activities & Educational Programs. The information below is provided thanks to the Illinois…
Park & Area Activities
Amazing (seasonal) waterfalls are active in the spring and after heavy rains. We have 13 miles of trails to explore. CLICK HERE for GPS coordinates of our canyons!! The Illinois River offers fishing (ice fishing, too), boating, extraordinary views and great places to relax. The…
