EVENTS | Starved Rock Hikers 4/7

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.

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?

July Nature Quest for Young Explorers

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

Date

Time of Day

Jul 11, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

August Nature Quest for Young Explorers

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

Date

Time of Day

Aug 1, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Journey Through the Tallgrass: Prairie Hike

Soak in the sunshine in the expanse of the tallgrass prairie and discover what makes this habitat so special!

Date

Time of Day

Aug 9, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Art in the Park: Nature’s Palette

Create your own masterpiece using inks and paints made out of natural flower and plant materials.

Date

Time of Day

Aug 16, 2026

Morning

Yes

Preregistration?

Bats in the Spotlight Program and Night Hike

Learn about the 13 bat species in Illinois and how they are studied.

Date

Time of Day

Aug 29, 2026

Evening

Yes

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.