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Dining tour of Starved Rock Country

15 popular eateries between Morris and Spring Valley

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Experience The Gemini Giant and shop The Landing Pad

Find exclusive merch celebrating this fiberglass ‘Muffler Man’

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7 outdoor adventures in Starved Rock Country this summer

Plan a trip to Starved Rock Country in the Illinois Valley for a day of fun-filled adventure.

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3 Fests Coming To Starved Rock Country

Food Trucks, Kite Fest and Air Show Return

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Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week Along The Heritage Corridor

Big events cap off the 42nd annual nationwide tourism

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Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week Along The Heritage Corridor

Big events cap off the 42nd annual nationwide tourism

By Ryan Searl●

Adventure in Starved Rock Country

7 summer outdoor activities in SRC

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Wild Bill Days return to three Starved Rock Country destinations

Weekend festival celebrates life of Old West folk hero, area native

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Red Carpet Corridor Fest returns to Route 66 for 2026

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 across 15 historic downtowns

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Shop ‘Illinois Made’ artisans for Mother’s Day

Five places in Starved Rock Country to find the perfect artisanal gift

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Starved Rock Lodge’s Whiskey Dinner returns May 1

Special dining experience to feature whisky by Mississippi River Distilling ft. Cody Road

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Can’t miss coffee stops along the First Hundred Miles of Route 66

TFHM: Dine

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Kishauwau Cabins offers guests a chance to disconnect

Celebrate this retreat’s 40th anniversary with analog getaway packages

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Golf along Historic Route 66

7 popular courses near The First Hundred Miles

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14 restaurants to check out in Starved Rock Country

The next time you're exploring Starved Rock State Park or one of other state parks, check out these delectable dining destinations in the area.

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