Discover Starved Rock State Park in Illinois where breathtaking views, stunning canyons, and peaceful trails make every visit ...

The most popular destination in the Illinois park system can’t handle more visitors during the peak season because its ...

Those suffering cabin fever — complete with a burning desire to get outdoors, despite the cold — have several treatment options, from afternoon adventures to weekend escapes.

It doesn't matter where you live or where you're going—there's a stunning state park waiting to be explored.

Those with an adventurous spirit will love what nature has to offer in the colder months. A great place to start is Matthiessen State Park.

A mix of outdoors stories from Illinois, including information on the opportunity to experience eagle-watching events across ...

Discover Illinois eagle-watching events this winter at parks and museums. Guided hikes, festivals, and family fun await through March.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is playing host this winter to a series of eagle-watching events ahead of the ...

Dennis and Carol Sporleder whisked their two granddaughters away on a family road trip to Illinois with the intention of sharing the special places from their youth. For Lexi and Lauren, these ...

From Niagara Falls to the Redwood Forests, state parks preserve many of the nation’s iconic landscapes and historic treasures ...

Hidden within the wonderland that is Starved Rock State Park in Illinois is a series of jaw-dropping canyons and natural wonders that, somehow, only improve in the winter. Winter in Illinois is pretty ...

Think Illinois can’t do waterfront dining? These restaurants prove otherwise, pairing great food with lake and river views ...