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Find a hike that best fits you in the over 13 miles of trails Starved Rock has to offer.

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LaSalle Canyon from the Visitor Center

A longer route to one of Starved Rock's most popular canyons'.

Length

2 hr

Difficulty

Moderate/Difficult

Summer

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Mega-Hike

The ultimate Starved Rock hike for those thrill seekers who must see it all.

Length

6 - 10 hr

Difficulty

Difficult

Summer

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Ottawa, Council Overhang, Kaskaskia

See two frozen waterfalls and a large sandstone cavern all in one short hike.

Length

1 hr

Difficulty

Easy/Moderate

Winter

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Overlooks (Starved Rock, Lovers Leap, & more)

View the Starved Rock area from a bird's eye view & hike to 4 unique overlooks.

Length

1.5 - 2 hr

Difficulty

Moderate

Summer

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Overlooks (Starved Rock, Lovers Leap, Eagle Cliff, & Beehive)

View the Starved Rock area from a bird's eye view & hike to 4 unique overlooks.

Length

2 - 2.5 hr

Difficulty

Moderate/Difficult

Winter

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St. Louis Canyon

One of the tallest canyons in the park.

Length

1 - 1.5 hr

Difficulty

Moderate

Winter

We're constantly looking for community feedback on your favorite hikes at Starved Rock. Please let us know your preferred route or any suggestions you may have. 

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