Announcing! A new way to hike called “Tails on the Trails” at Starved Rock. Every month, there will be a different activity you can do with your furry friend, or feathered friend or even scaly friend. Go on pet-friendly guided hikes and enjoy “yappy hour” on the Veranda. Take the…

Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center was recently named Best Hotel and Best Brunch in Shaw Local News Network’s Best of the Illinois Valley contest. The contest, which began in March 2024, received an impressive 25,000 nominations and a staggering 108,297 votes cast from members of the Illinois Valley community. The Lodge’s award-winning brunch has a wide variety of delicious…

Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center is proud to announce that it has been awarded Best Hotel and Best Brunch in Shaw Local News Network’s Best of the Illinois Valley contest, which took place earlier this year. The contest, which began in March 2024, received an impressive 25,000 nominations and…

Enjoy the crisp days of fall at Starved Rock Lodge! Book an overnight package to make the most of your adventure, where you can take in a sunrise or applaud a sunset. Overnight guests at the Lodge receive free parking, an indoor pool and 13 miles of hiking trails. The Illinois…

If you’re a parent looking for a vacation before the kids go back to school, we have an idea for you. You probably want to go somewhere that’s not too far away, doesn’t involve air travel and offers a great experience. Summer getaways can be fun and they should be,…

August 21st is the “middle of summer” so there’s plenty of time to take advantage of this wonderful season with a getaway that’s close to home but worlds away! Starved Rock Lodge (Oglesby, IL) has river cruises, music tribute shows, an indoor pool and more to entertain you during your…

Even though you don’t want summer to end, there’s a certain joy in hearing that we’re now accepting reservations for our Oktoberfest celebrations. The menu has been created by our Chefs, the ceramic steins have been ordered, the German Band has been booked and we are ready to welcome you…

Live music on the Veranda kicks off a summer of fun on Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 24th from 8-11PM. Jeff Manfredini will be playing a variety of Rock, Pop, folk and Country hits from the 60’s to present day. Steve Sharp will perform classic Rock hits on Saturday, May…

Mother’s Day will be here soon. The date is Sunday, May 12th. Here are our suggestions for the top 10 gifts for MOM. A new and trendy clutch, purse, wallet or backpack. You’ll find a lovely collection in the Gift Shop at Starved Rock Lodge. Tickets to see a “Tribute…

There’s no better way to spend a summer evening than on the Veranda at Starved Rock Lodge. Live music kicks off at 8PM every Friday night (and select Saturdays) from Memorial Day to Labor Day. We’ll soon be rolling out a new collection of seasonal cocktails as well as a…