Matthiessen State Park

Matthiessen State Park

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(522) · State park in Utica, United States
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It is the mission of the Division of Natural Heritage to conserve Illinois’ native flora, fauna, and natural communities through inventory, protection, …

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Oct 13, 2024
Spent time at Dells area which was crowded. Did Outer Loop - it was flat but not scenic. It led to Lake Falls area. When we were there, it smelled and was green. Did Giant's Bathtub + Cedar Point…Full review by jeff77664
Oct 7, 2024
I only hiked the boardwalk areas at Starved rock but would consider this one probably the more challenging of the two. Unfortunately, the area is in a bit of a drought so not much of a waterfall to s…Full review by IndyRunner1984
Sep 13, 2024
We stopped here after a quick visit to Buffalo Rock. This park was very nice and we enjoyed the walks through the canyons. I am glad we stopped here and would recommend this park to anyone thinking…Full review by Fam_o_5_plus_1
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Which area - dells or vermillion - has those cool stepping stones I see in pics? Thanks!
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I don't know. I'm sorry.
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Answer by Meeta P · May 5, 2024
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First time I've ever been to Matthiessen. I want to run the trails, as part of a National Park Service "Run The Parks" …
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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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