The state operates dozens of historic sites, museums and monuments where visitors can learn the stories of Illinois. Experience life in a frontier fort. …See more
We decided to stop at Matthiessen State Park on our way home from southern Illinois. It is located a few miles south of the more “famous” Starved Rock. The park was named after Frederick Matthiessen … Full review by Robyne R
Aug 27, 2023
the waterfalls are frozen over in the winter and flowing in the spring. They are dry in the summer. We spent time both at starved Rock as well as this State Park. I thought '70s would be great hi… Full review by Heidi-ready-2-travel
Aug 22, 2023
MSP has a nice waterfall. To get there many stairs. Parking is funky. Many visitors go there for the picnic area. If you are not lucky to park close you will need to walk about 1 mile to get to the t… Full review by JAM360
First time I've ever been to Matthiessen. I want to run the trails, as part of a National Park Service "Run The Parks" challenge. Don't want to get lost. I was thinking of running the Dells Area. Are the trails clearly marked? Thanks!
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Sorry so late posting… I didn’t think the trails were well marked.
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