Starved Rock – Lover's Leap Overlook loop from Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center

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United States

Illinois

Lasalle County

Starved Rock – Lover's Leap Overlook loop from Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center

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Starved Rock – Lover's Leap Overlook loop from Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center

01:29

5.38km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Starved Rock State Park

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Start point

Parking

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249 m

Trail Map of Starved Rock State Park

Highlight • Rest Area

645 m

Starved Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Starved Rock State Park is characterized by numerous canyons. Before Europeans arrived, the area was inhabited by Native Americans, the Illiniwek. According to legend in the late 18th century this …

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1.26 km

Rock Formation by the Stream

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful rock formations intertwined with the fauna

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1.85 km

Lover's Leap Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lover's Leap Overlook lies at the loop of the same name and offers nice views of the Illinois River. Furthermore, you can see 'Lover's Leap' that relates to two lovers …

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2.11 km

Dam Technical Specifications
• Type: Gravity dam
• Length: 400 meters
• Height: Up to 10 meters
• Spillway: Controlled, for regulating water discharge
• Lock: Navigation lock measuring 110 x 600 feet for shipping

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3.76 km

Starved Rock State Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

In any season, summer or winter, you can explore this small state park with strange rock formations. you are here at the entrance to the park.

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4.83 km

Starved Rock Lodge Terrace

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A good place to rest after hiking the starved rock area. The terrace serves refreshments until 9 pm in summer. The architecture is a traditional wood structure. Definitely worth visiting.

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