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Winter Escape to Starved Rock Lodge, IL

2/7/23

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Starved Rock Lodge, IL is an amazing destination for anyone to visit during the winter.  

Check out our favorite reasons why you will want to visit this winter and create a fun family itinerary that everyone will love.

starved rock lodge(c)Starved Rock Lodge

Winter Escape to Starved Rock Lodge, IL

Are you looking for a place to take your family this winter?

This is the perfect family destination. Located in central Illinois the lodge is part of the Starved Rock State Park system.

There is something for everyone to do at the park. Hiking, eagle viewing, trolley tours, entertainment & events.

Around the lodge, you will find local dining, activities of all sorts, and even places to stay including the main lodge or one of their 5 cabins that are out in the woods during your vacation.

Let’s explore the lodge a bit more, shall we?

Starved Rock Lodge(c)Kathy Casstevens

MUST TRY ACTIVITY

A must try activity to do around the lodge is the famous Trolley tours, where you can explore the area in one of two of their trolleys, the Ranger or the Bella.

You can take an everyday historic where you will get to experience and explore the area while learning all about the history of the area.

Alternatively, you can catch one of their winter tours which include the Discover the Eagle Tours with an eagle presentation at the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.

starved rock lodge(c)Starved Rock Lodge

WINTER HIKES 

Wanting to do some more in depth exploring in the great outdoors?

Venture out to one of the amazing guided hike tours where you will be able to explore the area more in depth.

starved rock lodge(c)Starved Rock Lodge

Looking to enjoy yourself, wind down, and go into a state of relaxation?

Lounge around by the indoor pool, soak in the hot tub, or even hang out in one of the two saunas.

They have a closed off children’s pool for your little ones and is a great area of children.

Spa services are also available!

You will have an amazing day filled with relaxation and spa treatment.

Starved Rock Lodge(c)Starved Rock Lodge

This is a great place to gather up your whole family and enjoy a nice, relaxing stay for your family winter vacation.

Don’t worry about having to leave your furry friends behind. The lodge offers pet-friendly accommodations.

Book your reservation today.

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Deb is a travel writer/influencer from Michigan whose work takes her across the country in search of unique (think haunted & strange) and interesting attractions, landmarks, cities and towns.

She’s an avid road-tripper that loves staying in haunted locations, but enjoys everything from glamping to luxury accommodations.

She suffers from an incurable case of wanderlust, is a self-proclaimed wimp when it comes to extreme adventures, but is the first in line for ghost hunts.
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