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Starved Rock Lodge

Starved Rock Lodge

Starved Rock Lodge is nestled among the forests and bluffs of Starved Rock State Park in Utica, Illinois. Open to the public year 'round, the Lodge has much to offer -- all under one roof.

There's a hotel, cabins in the woods, an indoor pool/hot tub/sauna, a restaurant, bar, cafe, gift shop and Great Hall (which has the largest, two-sided stone fireplace in Illinois. We offer gift cards and we have sleeping rooms available in our beautifully decorated Lodge. $95 mid-week packages, too!

Starved Rock Lodge, Utica, IL Photo by Kathy Casstevens

NOTICE: Portions of Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks will be closed for hunting from November-January. CLICK HERE for details. During icy or snowy weather, the lower (north) entrance to the Park may be closed. The upper entrance (on Route 71, just east of Route 178) will remain open.

The view from the Veranda overlooks the Illinois River Valley and the sandstone bluff known as Starved Rock. Open year-round, this historic landmark is celebrating its 70th year of welcoming guests to a unique getaway. Settle into a comfortable lodge room or stay in a cabin in the woods. Come to Starved Rock in the winter to see bald eagles, frozen waterfalls and ice climbers. Fall colors are said to be the "Top 10 in the Midwest"!

Enjoy year 'round hiking along 13 miles of nature trails. Explore a few of our 18 majestic canyons and waterfalls. Then retreat to laid-back comforts of our indoor pool, a soothing hot tub ... relax in the sauna, schedule a massage.

The Back Door Lounge is the perfect place for a cocktail or casual dining. The fireplace glows in our Main Dining Room which is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner (not to mention a fabulous brunch every Sunday. The Great Hall offers a spacious place to relax in front of its massive, 2-sided stone fireplace. Enjoy great, free entertainment and special events throughout the year at this affordable, rustic getaway.



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