Elaine's Tips & Picks in Starved Rock Country
State Parks / Hiking
With gorgeous vistas, stunning waterfalls and canyons, trails for the beginner to the advanced hiker and bald eagle sightings, Starved Rock Country will leave you breathless!
Check out additional park info (including local tips) in the house manual located at each property.
With plenty of trails, canyons and waterfalls for the beginner to the experienced hiker, Starved Rock is a must-see and one of the most beautiful places in the entire Midwest.
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Starved Rock State Park
2678 E 875th RdWith plenty of trails, canyons and waterfalls for the beginner to the experienced hiker, Starved Rock is a must-see and one of the most beautiful places in the entire Midwest.
My favorite park for hiking- not nearly as busy as Starved Rock but just as beautiful.
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Matthiessen State Park
2500 IL-178My favorite park for hiking- not nearly as busy as Starved Rock but just as beautiful.
Beautiful hiking area near Starved Rock with actual buffalo to see up close. Family favorite spot.
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Buffalo Rock State Park
1300 N 27th RdBeautiful hiking area near Starved Rock with actual buffalo to see up close. Family favorite spot.
Dining
All my top pics for any type of dining experience.
Check out the house manual at each property for a more complete list.
All-around fantastic restaurant with an extensive menu that has something for everyone, a wonderful wait staff and a laid-back ambience that makes it perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Uptown Grill
601 1st StAll-around fantastic restaurant with an extensive menu that has something for everyone, a wonderful wait staff and a laid-back ambience that makes it perfect for lunch or dinner.
Sushi, Nigiri, Sashimi, Burgers and out-of-this-world mac-n-cheese? Somehow it all works together.
SOB
612 4th StreetSushi, Nigiri, Sashimi, Burgers and out-of-this-world mac-n-cheese? Somehow it all works together.
No reservations taken- just show up and if there is a wait for a table, grab a drink at the lively little bar. Good people, excellent food.
The Study Supper Club
414 1st StreetNo reservations taken- just show up and if there is a wait for a table, grab a drink at the lively little bar. Good people, excellent food.
A Farm to Table Restaurant serving lunch and dinner- they source their food from over 25 local farms and businesses.
Thyme Craft Kitchen
405 5th StreetA Farm to Table Restaurant serving lunch and dinner- they source their food from over 25 local farms and businesses.
Haze Smokehouse
159 Bucklin StreetFantastic BBQ, whiskey flights and live music.