As of December 1, 2020, we remain under Tier 3 Mitigation, as mandated by the Governor of Illinois, JB Pritzker. While we have no definitive date when this will end, we will operate under these guidelines and restrictions until further notice. For Starved Rock Lodge this means: All meetings, events…
Health & Safety Update from Starved Rock Lodge (August 5, 2020) Here’s an update on what life is like these days at Starved Rock Lodge. We reopened on May 29, 2020 and have enjoyed welcoming guests back to Starved Rock Lodge over the past several months. We know, that traveling…
A message from Kathy Casstevens, Marketing Director (Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center) @SenatorRezin (Sue Rezin) Tweeted on July 9: “As many of you know, Starved Rock has been dealing with issues of overcrowding, people parking on the side of the road and visitor littering. It was reported that the…
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…
Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center has made several changes to maintain a healthy, clean and safe environment for its guests and its employees. Click here to see the Plan of Action for Infection Prevention.
Earlier today our friends at White Pines Resort in White Pines State Park made the announcement that they will be closing their doors after 80 years of service. Beth George, the concessionaire for 31 years has decided that she is not able to continue absorbing expenses with no definitive date…
Starting Friday, November 20th the entire State of Illinois will be moving to Tier 3 Mitigation. While we have no definitive date when this will end we will make changes through November 30, 2020, and then update from there. For Starved Rock Lodge this means: All meetings, events and weddings…
We are disheartened to say that we will not be serving our traditional Thanksgiving meal this year. As indoor dining remains closed and covid numbers continue to go up we wanted to make sure we give all of you plenty of notice of this situation. But don’t fear, not everything…
By Kathy Casstevens/Marketing Director/Starved Rock Lodge Staying in a “positive” mood during a pandemic, in the winter, in Illinois doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Planning a getaway to a restful place where you can get some nature therapy could be the perfect solution. If you’ve been working from home or…
We have recently been notified that Governor Pritzker will be moving our Region (Region 2) to Mitigation One Rules. This means that we will not be able to provide indoor dining or indoor bar service at this time. Veranda outdoor dining will be available until it gets too cold. Carryout will…
Even though fall lasts for three months, the first part of this season is the most spectacular, especially at Starved Rock State Park. Pops of color can already be seen on the west trails leading to St. Louis Canyon. Believe it or not, poison ivy turns bright red before other…
Effective today, Starved Rock State Park will reopen a number of trails that have been closed due to extensive damage done during severe weather Aug. 10. Some additional Starved Rock trails will remain closed while cleanup work continues. Matthiessen State Park will remain closed until further notice due to expansive…
Effective today (Wednesday, August 26), all dining patrons are now required to wear masks when interacting with bar and restaurant staff. This includes both indoors and outdoors. At Starved Rock Lodge, we ask that you please put your mask on when a staff member approaches you whether in the Main…
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