Illinois which boasts of a landscape that ranges from ancient rock formations to river-carved canyons that make it distinct ...

UTICA — Starved Rock State Park officials are working feverishly to clear storm damage from Monday night's high winds in time to reopen at least some hiking trails for the Fourth of July ...

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From stunning vistas to breathtaking beauty, these are USA Today's Most Treasured Views in Illinois. Here’s how to see them.

From golden plains to stunning caves and cliffs, the central portion of the United States offers landmarks and natural ...

Starved Rock State Park near Utica in LaSalle County offers many scenic hiking and horseback riding trails, plus opportunities for fishing and boating along the Illinois River. Dating to 1911 ...

Starved Rock State Park near Oglesby in LaSalle County offers many scenic hiking and horseback riding trails, plus opportunities for fishing and boating along the Illinois River. Dating to 1911 ...

Chicago is a city that never runs out of things to do. But sometimes, a change of scenery is exactly what you need. Whether ...

Celebrate National Trails Day with some of the best hikes in the U.S.—from slot canyons to grassland wanders to secluded ...

Eight months after Tropical Storm Helene, both Chimney Rock Village and the state park remain closed ... featuring about 1.5 miles of hiking trails. This month marked 33 years of business for ...