Matthiessen State Park Photo credit: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Address: 2500 IL-178, Oglesby While I wouldn’t call Matthiessen State Park a “hidden gem,” this lesser known park is just ...

In my opinion, Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin is one of the best lesser-known US state parks.Emily Hart I've traveled to all 50 states and love exploring the country's lesser-known state ...

OGLESBY, Ill. (WAND) - Matthiessen State Park and parts of Starved Rock State Park are closed after experiencing significant storm damage. Following severe weather which included heavy rains and ...

I've traveled to all 50 states and love exploring the country's lesser-known state parks. Letchworth State Park in New York and Matthiessen State Park in Illinois have gorgeous waterfalls.

The park is named in honor of Frederick William Matthiessen, the original owner of the property. It was donated to the state after his death and opened as a public park in 1943.

Two of Illinois’ most popular state parks will remain closed at least until Monday after heavy storms downed trees, blocking roadways and trails. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources … ...

Camping at Starved Rock State Park Family Campground is available year round with 133 campsites situated in two loops. Campsites in loop 1 (numbered 1-55) are more open and grassy while the loop 2 ...

I've traveled to all 50 states and love exploring the country's lesser-known state parks. Letchworth State Park in New York and Matthiessen State Park in Illinois have gorgeous waterfalls.

UTICA — Matthiessen State Park might not attract as much attention as its “big brother” Starved Rock, but the park 4 miles south of Utica has its own charms on a winter day.