Matthiessen State Park. While it may not be as popular as Starved Rock, Matthiessen may actually be a better choice for those looking for a quiet, almost private experience in Illinois' nature.

A 14-year-old boy is recovering after falling 20 to 30 feet into a canyon at Starved Rock State Park on Thursday ... A boat was able to carry him across the Illinois River to a waiting ambulance ...

DEER PARK TOWNSHIP, Ill. (WGN) — A teen boy is recovering in the hospital on Friday after he was injured in a fall at Starved Rock State Park. Officials from the Utica Fire Department say the 14 ...

Illinois’ 290 state parks and 56 historic sites recorded more than 41 million visitors last year, which was the most in 15 ...

The teen fell about 20 to 30 feet to the bottom of LaSalle Canyon at Illinois' Starved Rock State Park, authorities said Getty A 14-year-old boy was airlifted after falling in a canyon in an ...

So if you’re looking for a spring adventure close to home, trust the locals—May is when Starved Rock truly shines. Just don’t ...

Illinois state parks saw the most visitors in 15 years last year. Capitol News Illinois reports more than 41 million visitors ...

Whether you’re looking for a quiet beachfront or a city sprawling with nightlife, the Windy City is perfectly positioned for ...

A teenager was rescued after falling in a canyon at Starved Rock State Park this week ... 20-30 feet and was carried by rescuers to the Illinois River, where he was transported by boat via ...