Starved Rock Eagle Watch Weekend LaSalle County Jan. 24-25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy guided hikes, programs, activities and ...

From lodge dining to hidden park bistros, discover Illinois state park restaurants that turn every hike into a delicious ...

Not only is this Illinois state park home to a sprawling lake that's great for fishing, but it features two cozy campgrounds ...

The funding for four projects around the Quad Cities is part of $36 million in state grants from the Open Space Land ...

MORRIS, Ill. (WLS) -- Illinois' state parks have been suffering from inattention for years, according to the Better Government Association, and a budget stalemate could lead to more disrepair. The ...

Follow four friends as they check out some of the best adaptive climbing spots in Illinois. Chicago-based adaptive climber ...

Autumn arrives with a full lineup of festivals, walks and celebrations at Illinois’ state parks and historic sites. From equinox gatherings to candlelit strolls and family trick-or-treating, the ...

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois is awarding a total of $36 million in grants to nearly 70 parks across the state.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is sharing the following upcoming events and noteworthy items for January ...

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites residents to step into 2026 with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state park on New Year’s Day. IDNR is hosting self-guided ...

SPRINGFIELD The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites families, wildlife watchers and nature lovers to ...