Starved Rock State Park

Starved Rock State Park located along the Illinois River in La Salle County is one of Illinois’​ most beautiful destinations. Starved Rock was designated as Illinois’ second state park in 1911. The park’s 18 canyons feature vertical walls of moss-covered St.Peter Sandstone formed by glacial meltwater that slice dramatically through tree-covered sandstone bluffs. More than 13 miles of trails allow access to rain-fed waterfalls, sandstone overhangs, and spectacular overlooks. Lush vegetation such as white and red oak, maple, hickory, white pine, eastern red, and northern white cedar support abundant wildlife.

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