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Photos: Starved Rock visits surging in summer ‘25

By Scott Anderson
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A couple walks on the pathway on top of Starved Rock on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Starved Rock State Park. Starved Rock State Park is on pace for 2 million visitors. Matthiessen State Park is also poised for a record.

A couple walks on the pathway on top of Starved Rock on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Starved Rock State Park. Starved Rock State Park is on pace for 2 million visitors. Matthiessen State Park is also poised for a record. (Scott Anderson)

Scott Anderson

Scott Anderson

Over 15 years covering news, sports and events in the Illinois Valley. Support my work with a digital subscription.