Beat the Heat with these 5 Tips
Days are getting longer, the sun is shining, and it is finally summer. While summer is a great time to hit the trails, it is important...
YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
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DISCOVER THE TRAILS
Explore Starved Rock, Matthiessen, and Buffalo Rock State Parks - All in one place
HIKE IN EVERY SEASON
As the seasons change, conditions along the trails change, too. Discover the best trails and places to see in every season.
18+ Miles of Trails
Bring a good pair of hiking shoes! With names like Council Overhang, Sandstone Point, Eagle Cliff, and Giant's Bathtub, it's understandable why so many are eager to hike the trails and get to these awe-inspiring locations.
14+ Seasonal Waterfalls
Dreams are made of trails and waterfalls (at least ours are!) LaSalle, St. Louis, and French Canyon feature some of the most recognizable waterfalls in the Midwest. The Lake and Cascade Falls at Matthiessen are also stunning.
20+ Sandstone Canyons
Carved over millions of years, it's beauty as far as the eye can(yon) see! Wildcat, Kaskaskia, Sac, and Aurora Canyon are just a few places where you can experience the rich history, diverse colors, and fragile sandstone on an inner canyon trail.
AT A GLANCE
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How fast were the waterfalls flowing when you visited Starved Rock? Help every hiker have a great experience by submitting the form linked below.
