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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
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READ ON!Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago inside Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock. Nestled in the Starved Rock State Park area, Grizzly Jack’s is a destination where water park fun meets nature. Enjoy a wet and wild family vacation at Grand Bear Falls, our 24,000 square foot indoor waterpark with play zones, slides, wave pool, lazy river, and 15 person hot tub! Splash all day in the wave pool, slip and slide down a rushing water slides, float down the lazy river, or wade in the kiddie pool with your little ones. Catch a round of the Ducky Derby or just kick back and relax in the hot tub area. Whether you crave adventure or tranquility, our indoor water park is the perfect family getaway in in Utica, IL. When water park time is over, splash in to Wave Cave for concession style eats and treats including pizza by the slice, Nathan's famous all-beef hot dogs, nachos and adult beverages. The Wave Cafe is located inside Grand Bear Falls, our exciting indoor waterpark that is open year-round for family fun.
Treat yourself to a relaxing vacation and get away to Starved Rock. Starved Rock State Park & the Starved Rock L...read on
The perfect romantic getaway awaits you at Landers House Bed and Breakfast and Cottages. Located in the heart of Downtown Utica, Illinois, and just minutes from breathtaking read on
Brightwood Inn is nestled at 14 acres of within Matthiessen State Park and conveniently situated 4 miles from read on
Discover the beauty of Starved Rock State Park and read on
The Days Inn Oglesby is conveniently located 5 miles from Starved Rock State Park. This award winning hotel offe...read on
Perched on a bluff high above the scenic Illinois River Valley is this laid-back bar. Cool off with your favorite cocktail or try a craft beer, made just for us by Leinenkugel and Tangled Roots Bre...read on
Within the Lodge, you’ll find historic ambiance in their Main Dining Room, where the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The Main Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while offering delic...read on
For anyone who enjoys a good bottle of wine, the Café at Starved Rock Lodge sells Starved Rock label table wines made by Prairie State Winery, created from all Illinois grapes! Glasses of wine are ...read on
Join us for lunch or dinner and enjoy the panoramic view of Starved Rock and the scenic Illinois River Valley. Order from the menu or try our creative daily special.
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