TONICA, Ill. (CBS) -- In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.

The Starved Rock Campground sits just outside the state park to the south of Route 71 and is open year round. Reservations are encouraged and can be made online at www.campexploremore.il.

This Glamping Resort Just Opened in a Popular Illinois State Park — With 11 Chic Tents, a Restored Airstream Bar, and Great Hiking Camp Aramoni is now open for its first full season in Starved ...

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 ...

Blowing snow and biting wind did not steal the moment last month when the Simonson family saw their dream come true at Starved Rock State Park.Their family’s White Oak Campground is now the 51 ...

What was a small vacation resort until the early 1900s, is now an outdoor lover’s dream. You can fish, bird-watch, camp and of course hike on 13 miles of trails which lead to some amazing places.

Driving time from Chicago: One hour and 30 minutes It’s no wonder heading to LaSalle County’s Starved Rock State Park is a right of passage for Chicagoans. Often referenced as one of the most ...

Chicago to Starved Rock State Park is only about an hour and a half drive, so if you feel like you’d like a bit of city life to round out the natural experiences at the park, it’s a fun option.

According to The Dyrt, an app designed to assist travelers with camping information and booking services, Starved Rock State Park, located near Ottawa, ranked No. 4 on the list of the 10 best ...

Hitt sold 200 acres of the Starved Rock land in 1890 for $85 to Ferdinand Walthers, who later sold the land for $22,000 to the state, leading to formation of the state park, Simonson said.