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After sheltering in place for over two months, let us be your first getaway! Starved Rock State Park and Lodge–located less than two hours from Chicago. Relax in the comfort of our historic lodge accommodations, charming log cabins and spacious hotel rooms set among the pines, canyons and waterfalls of the park. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this authentic log-built lodge exudes a mix of rustic luxury, Midwestern hospitality and comfortable amenities. Our inviting accommodations, delicious restaurants, musical entertainment and unlimited outdoor adventure are waiting for you.
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Historic Lodging
Rustic lodge and charming cabin accommodations
Packages & Specials at The Lodge
Whether you want a relaxing retreat or outdoor adventure, we have the perfect package for you.
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Lodge Dining (with restrictions)
Place a carry-out order and enjoy outdoor dining daily.
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Live Music (temporarily unavailable)
Stay tuned for music updates for summer on our Veranda.
Lodge
Activities
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Get up! Go Outside!
Explore the natural wonders of Starved Rock
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Musical Shows (temporarily unavailable)
Take an entertaining walk down memory lane
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Tours, Cruises & Hikes
We have modified our Trolley Tours and Guided Hikes due to COVID-19 restrictions.
There is Always Something Happening
Plan
Your Event
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Weddings
A picture perfect venue for your dream day
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Meetings
Get out of the office and into the woods
Free Overnight Stay with Gift Card Purchase
Buy Now, Use Later
Purchase a $250 gift card and receive a voucher for a free night stay! Voucher valid through August 2020. Can be used for weeknight or weekend stay, when available.
Latest Blog Post
Welcome Back to Starved Rock Lodge
A Note from the CEO (July 1, 2020) Happy Phase 4! We are so happy to be open and welcome guests back to the Lodge and to the Main Dining Room. Our staff is continuing to work hard to make sure you have a fun and healthy visit.   As a reminder, Illinois is still…
Be Here!
We’re Easy to Find
Starved Rock Lodge is the only lodging facility in beautiful Starved Rock State Park. We’re centrally located Northern Illinois less than 100 miles from Chicago, Bloomington, the Quad Cities and Rockford.
Colorized postcard of the Great Hall
Worker’s barracks in CCC Camp 1609. Circa 1935.
CCC Camp 1609 workers. Circa 1934.
Colorized postcard of the Lodge Entrance
Colorized postcard of the Lodge dining room
History at the Heart of the Park
The state of Illinois opened Starved Rock State Park to the public in 1911. In 1933, construction began on Starved Rock Lodge and 16 cabins by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Designed by Joseph F. Booten, the Lodge property was added to the National Register of Historic Places in May of 1985. The centerpiece of the Lodge is the Great Hall with its massive, two-sided limestone block fireplace which is the largest in Illinois. The meticulously preserved exterior of the Lodge is constructed of Joliet limestone, unhewn logs, clapboard and wood shingles. The same unhewn logs make up the construction of the 16 cabins set amongst the woods of the property. Despite changes to the property through modernization, the Lodge and cabins still retain the charm and beauty its architect intended.
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