Tag: Illinois state parks
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10 Trails to Add to Your Illinois Bucket List
Illinois offers a wide variety of beautiful hiking trails, providing outdoor enthusiasts with the opportunity to explore diverse landscapes and natural beauty. Whether you are an experienced hiker or just starting out, there are trails suitable for all skill levels. From the stunning bluffs of Starved Rock State Park to the rolling hills of Shawnee…
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Giant City State Park: 1 Day Adventure
Spend one day hiking and exploring the trails of Giant City State Park with this family friendly itinerary!
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Matthiessen State Park: 1 Day Adventure
Matthiessen State Park is in LaSalle County, about 4 miles south of Utica, and about 100 miles from downtown Chicago. At just under 2,000 acres, this park will take you down into a stunning canyon with massive, moss covered, sandstone walls where there are waterfalls, wildlife, and beautiful arched, stone bridges at every turn. There…
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Starved Rock State Park: 1 Day Adventure
Starved Rock State Park in located in Oglesby, Illinois, about an hour and a half southwest of downtown Chicago. Starved Rock State Park is comprised of 18 impressive canyons, abundant with massive cliff walls, stunning overlooks, and gushing waterfalls. This park provides many opportunities to hike, fish, boat, horseback ride, and even ice climb in…
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Starved Rock State Park: 2 Day Adventure
Starved Rock State Park in located in Oglesby, Illinois, about an hour and a half southwest of downtown Chicago. Starved Rock State Park is comprised of 18 impressive canyons, abundant with massive cliff walls, stunning overlooks, and gushing waterfalls. This park provides many opportunities to hike, fish, boat, horseback ride, and even ice climb in…