A Trail Full Of Scenic Overlooks By Starved Rock Will Lead You To A Waterfall Paradise In Illinois
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published August 08, 2020
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
Find a scenic overlook trail in Oglesby, Illinois that leads to waterfalls, the Illinois river, and other amazing views. It is a rite of passage for every Illinoisan to traverse this state park. Check it out:
A day of hiking and exploring can be enjoyed at Starved Rock State Park where guests enjoy a mix of natural attractions.
Some of the most fun points of interest are the scenic overlooks that are placed throughout the park at various points along some of the trails. The most popular is Lover's Leap Overlook.
While searching for these marvelous overlooks, hikers will also find signs for the waterfalls. Many canyons hold these incredible waterfalls that visitors adore.
There are nearly 20 canyons in total at this state park, though not all produce waterfalls throughout the year. Some of the most popular are the French Canyon, Wildcat Canyon, and St. Louis Canyon.
Have you ever enjoyed the scenic overlook trail at Starved Rock State Park? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.