EVENTS | Starved Rock Hikers 4/8

Park Events

Discover engaging and free nature/history themed events!

All events are hosted by the Starved Rock Foundation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Nature’s Tribute Memorial Day Hike

Join one of our park naturalists on a guided hike to celebrate
Memorial Day.

Date

Time of Day

May 25, 2026

Morning

Preregistration?

June Nature Quest for Young Explorers

It’s summer break, time to explore the great outdoors with our park naturalists.

Date

Time of Day

Jun 6, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Casting Memories Family Fishing Clinic

earn about river fishing tactics, Illinois river fish species, and ethical angling practices.

Date

Time of Day

Jun 13, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Summer Solstice Hike

Celebrate the longest day of the year, the summer solstice, with a naturalist-led morning walk through the woodlands.

Date

Time of Day

Jun 21, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Junior Ranger Day

Explore different nature, history, outdoor, and safety stations from 10 a.m.

Date

Time of Day

Jun 27, 2026

Morning

Preregistration?

From Quarry to Conservation Holiday Hike

Join one of our park naturalists for a hike to celebrate Independence Day and the fight to create the 2nd state park in...

Date

Time of Day

Jul 4, 2026

Morning

Preregistration?

2026 EVENTS BROCHURE

Download the 2026 park events brochure by clicking on the .pdf file.

All events are hosted by the Starved Rock Foundation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Please note that each event requiring registration online opens exactly 1 month before.