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Things to do
Starved Rock State Park
Route 78 and Route 71, PO Box 570, Utica, IL 61373
Take I-80 East toward Joliet. Exit 81.
Park Hours 5:00AM-9:00PM
Trail Parking 8:00AM-Sunset
Visitors Center 9:00AM-4:00PM (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day)
Matthiessen State Park
PO Box 509, Utica, IL
Exit 81--South on Route 178. South of Highway 71
Buffalo State Park
1300 N. 27th Road, Ottawa, IL 61350
From Utica--Take Dee Bennett Road
Illinois River Waterway
Dee Bennett Road, Ottawa, IL 61350
This Waterway Park and its working lock provides a great place to observe and/or get information on just how the locks work as well as find materials on the history of river travel in the area over the last 100 years.
I & M Canal
754 1st Street, LaSalle, IL 61301
Board the LaSalle Canal Boat, and enjoy the scenery, history and relaxation of a mule pulled ride on the waterway that changed the face of the nation – the historic Illinois & Michigan Canal.
Sunday 11AM-4PM
Tuesday 8AM-7PM
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8AM-5PM
Hegler-Carus Mansion
1307 7th Street, LaSalle, IL 61301
Virtually unaltered since its completion more than a century ago, the Mansion is at once a family home, an example of high artistic achievement in architecture and interior design, and the site of historic accomplishments in industry, philosophy, publishing and religion. Visitors today experience the grandeur of a bygone era and the heritage of a fascinating family whose history is woven tightly with that of the Illinois Valley and the United States, as well as internationally.
LaSalle Motor Speedway
578 E. US Route 6, LaSalle, IL 61301
1/4 Mile Dirt Track Racing
Oak Ridge Golf Course
658 US Highway 6, LaSalle, IL 61301
Senica's Oak Ridge Golf Course is a 17,000 Square Foot Clubhouse with a 500 Seat Banquet Facility, Restaurant, Bar & Grill, and an 18 Hole Championship Golf Course. But, it is more than that. It is a place to unwind, a place to get out of the office, a fun place to gather with friends & family, and a great place to have events.
Peru Mall
3940 Route 251, Peru, IL 61354
JC Penny, Sears, Bergners
AMC Theatres
Route 251 and Wenzel Road, Peru, Il 61354
Located within the Peru Mall on Route 251
Downtown Historic Utica
Route 178, Utica, IL 61373
Exit 81, South on Route 178
Starved Rock Adventures
Dee Bennett Road, Utica, IL 61373
Starved Rock Adventures is just 80 miles west of Chicago in the Illinois River Valley and minutes from Starved Rock State Park and Starved Rock Lodge. We offer houseboat rental and vacation as well as lodging with our harbor side villas and suites. In addition to our overnight accommodations, we offer a variety of watercraft including pontoon boats, speed boats and fishing boats.
Peru Antique Mall
2702 May Road, Peru, IL 61354
Starved Rock State Park
Delectable bites nearby
Uptown Grill
american
Contemporary cuisine, open 7 days a week in historic Downtown LaSalle.
Jalapenos
mexican
Relaxed Mexican restaurant offering traditional dishes and colorful cocktails, plus a seasonal patio.
Lou's LaGrotto
italian
Known for their deep dish pizza and nuggets. Outdoor seating available. Delivery to the hotel available.
Verucchi's Ristorante
italian
Long running, family owned Italian eatery with a modest patio and menu of classics like lasagna.
Cajun Connection
cajun
New Orleans style fixture serving jambalaya, gumbo, battered alligator and occasional crawfish boils.
Cabin Fever Bar & Grill
american
Located right next to the hotel, this bar and grill offers sizable American dishes in roadside digs.
Olive Garden
italian
Lively, family friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas and salads, with a full bar. Located right across Hwy 251.