St. Louis, is today the centerpiece of Starved Rock State Park and is directly across the river from the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. A long wooden stairway leads to the summit of the famed rock, where there are spectacular views of the Illinois River Valley. One of Illinois' busiest and most popular state parks, Starved Rock is noted for its majestic canyons, spring-fed waterfalls and sandstone pinnacles. There are 15 miles of hiking trails, beautiful scenic overlooks, picnic and playground areas, a campground and dining and lodging. In winter, bald eagles nest in the vicinity and feed below the dam.
Admission is free.
The visitor center is wheelchair accessible, as are portions of Starved Rock State Park and the first level of the LaSalle County Historical Society Museum. Prices, dates and other time-sensitive material may have changed since the original publication date.