The view from the Starved Rock Lodge veranda looking across the river.	Starved Rock Lodge is open year round, and conveniently located at the crossroads of the Midwest.	Fall Colors as seen from Council Overhang at Starved Rock State Park. © 2007 Photo by Kathy Casstevens.	Ottawa Canyon Icefall as admired by Site Intepreter, Toby Miller. © 2007 Photo by Kathy Casstevens.
*A unique view of LaSalle canyon from behind the waterfall.	*The waterfall in lower Kaskaskia Canyon. One of Starved Rock State Park's 18 gorgeous waterfalls.	*The upper falls portion of Illinois Canyon.	*A frozen view of LaSalle Canyon's upper falls area.
*Snow blankets the area surrounding a stream leading to the Illinois River.	*An icy view of the lower falls area of LaSalle Canyon.	*A mother deer, and her fawn, frolic in the runoff water from one of Starved Rock State Parks 18 waterfalls.	*A bald eagle retrieves a fish from the plentiful waters of the Illinois River near the lock and dam.
The Back Door Lounge.	One of the many wood carvings that can be seen on the grounds.	If your lucky, you might catch a glimpse of our deer.	View the most majestic of birds during the Winter at Starved Rock
Breathtaking fall colors please the eye.	Autumn leaves frame the entrance to Starved Rock Lodge.	Our amazing home-made fudge.	The historic "Great Hall" of Starved Rock Lodge.
An aerial view of the Starved Rock Lodge facility.	Our rustic lobby gives a real sense what to expect from the Starved Rock Lodge experience.	Cool off in our pool or take a relaxing dip in our hot tub.	One of our park friends gets curious.
Starved Rock is full of splendor and beauty.	What better way to spend a summer day then in a cool canyon?	Enjoy the warmth of a roaring fire in one of our two shelters while snow falls all around you.	Outside, pure white snow lightly blankets our cabins. Inside, hot chocolate and intimate moments warm the heart.
View Starved Rock during fall colors.	Sunrise at the Starved Rock Lock and Dam.	Another one of life's paths. Discover what beauty lies beyond.	Start here! The Starved Rock VISITOR CENTER has several interactive displays, free videos on the park, hiking map, and more. Trailheads Concessions & Gifts, also located here, is a great place to buy gifts, souvenirs, and snacks (fresh fudge, too)!
Winter in French Canyon at Starved Rock State Park. © 2007 Photo by Kathy Casstevens.		*Photo Credits: - Waterfalls, Icefalls & Wildlife Photos by: James Krancic, Vermilion River Photography - skiphupp.com
Wood Carvings Terry Cross, President of Starved Rock Lodge, commissions Chainsaw Sculpturers to create their works out of dead trees surrounding the Lodge, rather than cutting them down and hauling them away. Mr. Cross feels that this is a way to allow trees to live on and, in turn, provide points of interest for Lodge guests and park visitors. This is entertainment for all ages! Our "Golden Guests" and families with small children, who may not be able to hike into our canyons, can clearly view all of the carvings while walking on the sidewalks surrounding the Lodge and cabin area. Thousands of photos are taken each year and we have received both regional and national recognition in newspapers, as well as, magazines. Chainsaw carvings have become a signature of Starved Rock Lodge. Many guests come to see the carvings after reading articles or seeing friends' photos. This is truly amazing outdoor art...in the perfect setting!
Author and artist Peter Wolf Tooth hand chiseled our famous Indian sculpture, located in the registration circle in front of the lodge. The sculpture was completed in 1975 and later moved to its new home on the Lodge grounds.	Jeff Prust has been perfecting his techniques as a self taught chainsaw sculptor since 1991. He believes the personality is in the face, and spends most of his time on the heads. This carving is one of the many to be seen when entering the main parking lot.	Our eagle sculpture was carved in 1990 by the late Larry Jensen. This sculpture was one of the first carved for the lodge, and is located just west of the Indoor Pool complex.
This life-sized carving of Abraham Lincoln came to us from husband and wife team, Tim and Karen Barker, of Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. It Proudly stands eight and one half feet tall, and is located in the Front Lobby of the Lodge.	This bald eagle sculpture will greet you, when entering the main parking lot of Starved Rock Lodge. It is one of the many carvings located at the entrance of the Lodge grounds. Tim and Karen Barker carved this sculpture in just two days!	World Champion bear sculptor Jeff Prust has a reputation for carving "life" into his creations. This bear sculpture can be seen as you are leaving our parking lot.