Starved Rock & Matthiessen State Park, Jan. 19-20, 2026
Starved Rock State Park and Mattheissen Park’s amazing trails treat you to towering icefalls, canyons, glittering streams, eagles, history, and woodlands! It is absolutley gorgeous here with the bonus of being on the Illinois River and seeing the bald eagles. It’s no wonder this is the #1 state park in Illinois.
Over two days we will explore 8 miles of terrain, see 5 ice falls, 7 canyons, bald eagles, and countless memories. We will stay overnight at the historic log-built Starved Rock Lodge. Hot tub, sauna, and large pool included.
Registration cost covers:
Two leaders throughout the getaway.
2 days of guided hikes by experienced, knowledgeable guides.
Online trip photos.
Information with area and getaway info
Registration does not cover:
Hotel at Starved Rock Lodge. Please call to reserve room. Feel free to use a different hotel for a more economical rate.
Meals
NEW hikers, please click the “+” sign below to fill out the Annual Registration Waiver, after you “Add to Cart” the hike purchase. Check out by going to “CART” in the upper right corner of screen.
Starved Rock State Park and Mattheissen Park’s amazing trails treat you to towering icefalls, canyons, glittering streams, eagles, history, and woodlands! It is absolutley gorgeous here with the bonus of being on the Illinois River and seeing the bald eagles. It’s no wonder this is the #1 state park in Illinois.
Over two days we will explore 8 miles of terrain, see 5 ice falls, 7 canyons, bald eagles, and countless memories. We will stay overnight at the historic log-built Starved Rock Lodge. Hot tub, sauna, and large pool included.
Registration cost covers:
Two leaders throughout the getaway.
2 days of guided hikes by experienced, knowledgeable guides.
Online trip photos.
Information with area and getaway info
Registration does not cover:
Hotel at Starved Rock Lodge. Please call to reserve room. Feel free to use a different hotel for a more economical rate.
Meals
NEW hikers, please click the “+” sign below to fill out the Annual Registration Waiver, after you “Add to Cart” the hike purchase. Check out by going to “CART” in the upper right corner of screen.