Matthiessen State Park is more than twice the size of New York City's Central Park (which is the best tourist attraction in America), so there's plenty to keep you occupied on a trip.

Matthiessen State Park is a hidden gem known for its dramatic canyons, cascading waterfalls, and towering forests, creating a stunning, almost magical landscape.

Matthiessen State Park is off Illinois 178, west of Starved Rock. For more information on Starved Rock Lodge, call (815) 667-4211 or see starvedrocklodge.com . Want more stories like this?

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

Matthiessen State Park is a hidden gem known for its dramatic canyons, cascading waterfalls, and towering forests, creating a stunning, almost magical landscape.

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 said ...

If planning a weekend trip to Starved Rock or Matthiessen state parks, be aware of significant closures — completely in the case of Matthiessen until further notice — caused by storm damages ...

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 ...

Trails at Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks are closed until further notice due to storm damage. Though the trails and parks may be closed, the state says the campgrounds are still open ...