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Lodge to Local

Event Series Lodge to Local

Starved Rock Lodge partnered with the Village of Utica to bring you Lodge to Local, a unique trolley experience connecting Starved Rock Lodge with the heart of downtown Utica. Hop aboard the trolley at 3 PM and enjoy a scenic ride to Utica, where you can explore the town’s charming new market, enjoy a delicious meal, and sip on a handcrafted cocktail. At 5 PM, the trolley will pick you up at the Utica Library and return you to the...

Live Music on the Veranda- Crossroads

Crossroads – Blues. Join us select Fridays and Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 7PM-10PM.

Waterfall & Canyon Tours 9am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tours 9am

Saturday at 9am, tour is first followed by lunch in the Main Dining Room at noon. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Take a Hike & a Lunch

Event Series Take a Hike & a Lunch

Discover Starved Rock’s canyons, bluffs and seasonal waterfalls on this 3-mile (round trip) guided hike. Listen as the guide tells stories of how Starved Rock got its name along with other legends of the area. Break for lunch at the halfway point. Lunch includes your choice of turkey, ham or veggie wrap, snacks and bottled water. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hike will vary upon group skill and trail conditions. *Boxed lunch and souvenir drawstring backpack included.

Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Tour begins with lunch; tour /hike follows from 12-3PM. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Take a Hike & a Lunch

Event Series Take a Hike & a Lunch

Discover Starved Rock’s canyons, bluffs and seasonal waterfalls on this 3-mile (round trip) guided hike. Listen as the guide tells stories of how Starved Rock got its name along with other legends of the area. Break for lunch at the halfway point. Lunch includes your choice of turkey, ham or veggie wrap, snacks and bottled water. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hike will vary upon group skill and trail conditions. *Boxed lunch and souvenir drawstring backpack included.

Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Tour begins with lunch; tour /hike follows from 12-3PM. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Branson Country Legends Gordy and Debbie

Gordy and Debbie will take you on a musical journey with some of your favorite songs from the past and present!  You’ll enjoy the comedy and humor of Branson’s husband and wife duo that will have everybody laughing!  

Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Tour begins with lunch; tour /hike follows from 12-3PM. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a cruise down the beautiful Illinois River aboard the Sainte Genevieve Riverboat. You will board the trolley at the Lodge and head over to beautiful Ottawa, IL for your cruise. After the cruise, the trolley will bring you back to the Lodge. Reservations required. Check in at 5PM Trolley depart at 5:15PM Boat 6-8PM Return to lodge at 8:30PM

Lodge to Local

Event Series Lodge to Local

Starved Rock Lodge partnered with the Village of Utica to bring you Lodge to Local, a unique trolley experience connecting Starved Rock Lodge with the heart of downtown Utica. Hop aboard the trolley at 3 PM and enjoy a scenic ride to Utica, where you can explore the town’s charming new market, enjoy a delicious meal, and sip on a handcrafted cocktail. At 5 PM, the trolley will pick you up at the Utica Library and return you to the...

Waterfall & Canyon Tours 9am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tours 9am

Saturday at 9am, tour is first followed by lunch in the Main Dining Room at noon. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Take a Hike & a Lunch

Event Series Take a Hike & a Lunch

Discover Starved Rock’s canyons, bluffs and seasonal waterfalls on this 3-mile (round trip) guided hike. Listen as the guide tells stories of how Starved Rock got its name along with other legends of the area. Break for lunch at the halfway point. Lunch includes your choice of turkey, ham or veggie wrap, snacks and bottled water. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hike will vary upon group skill and trail conditions. *Boxed lunch and souvenir drawstring backpack included.

Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Event Series Waterfall & Canyon Tour 11am

Tour begins with lunch; tour /hike follows from 12-3PM. Experience the fun outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. See spring come to life in French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes a hot lunch (special menu) in our restaurant and a relaxing trolley ride. Waterfalls cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Route may change due to trail conditions.

Take a Hike & a Lunch

Event Series Take a Hike & a Lunch

Discover Starved Rock’s canyons, bluffs and seasonal waterfalls on this 3-mile (round trip) guided hike. Listen as the guide tells stories of how Starved Rock got its name along with other legends of the area. Break for lunch at the halfway point. Lunch includes your choice of turkey, ham or veggie wrap, snacks and bottled water. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hike will vary upon group skill and trail conditions. *Boxed lunch and souvenir drawstring backpack included.

Visit a Canyon & a Boat Ride

Event Series Visit a Canyon & a Boat Ride

Board a trolley with a guide and head to the entrance of one of Starved Rock’s most scenic canyons. The walk is less than a mile and takes about 45 minutes. Following the hike, relax with a boat ride on the picturesque Illinois River. A snack, bottle of water and souvenir drawstring backpack are included. Canyon chosen may vary, depending on weather, river and trail conditions.

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