Illinois Outdoors Recreation, Adventure and Family Vacations

With magnificent state parks, lush forests, miles of trails for hiking and biking, mighty rivers, and legendary whitetail hunting, Illinois outdoors are a nature lover’s playground. From urban kayaking, to rock climbing the Garden of the Gods, to a paddle through an old-growth forest, the Illinois outdoors will astonish you. The Shawnee National Forest has 403 miles of hiking trails, wineries, craft breweries, and is home to the Garden of the Gods. Explore Starved Rock State Park for waterfalls, canyons and amazing views. If you’re a water lover, Illinois is a great place to kayak, canoe, raft, or take out the sailboat.

Looking for something to do in the Illinois outdoors?

• Shawnee National Forest
  • Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour
  • Garden of the Gods
  • Giant City State Park
  • Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
• Starved Rock State Park
• Kayak the Chicago River
• Vermillion River Rafting
• Paddle the Cache River Bayou
• Fishing in Illinois
• Hunting in Illinois

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