Starved Rock State Park is a popular destination for nature lovers and continues to be one of the top destinations for hiking and other outdoor activities in Illinois. Visitors can even plan ahead and ...

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UTICA, Ill. (WLS) -- It's time once again for our special travel series One Tank Trips! Roz takes us to places we can get to on a tank of gas. Starved Rock State Park near Utica is one of the most ...

OGLESBY, Ill. (WLS) -- Starved Rock State Park trails are closed Tuesday in order for park officials to assess damage sustained in a severe storm Monday night. PHOTOS: Severe storms knock down trees ...

Located just 90 minutes from bustling Chicago, Starved Rock boasts a landscape that feels otherwordly — from sandstone canyons to waterfalls to bluffs overlooking the Illinois River. Trails range from ...

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How far is Starved Rock from Chicago? The park is approximately 98 miles away, or a drive of about 2 hours and 5 minutes. When does Starved Rock open and close? Starved Rock trails are open from 7 a.m ...