Starved Rock State Park Map
Interactive map of Starved Rock State Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Starved Rock State Park is a state park in Illinois. Starved Rock State Park is known for 18 canyons above the Illinois River.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Starved Rock State Park with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 62°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 73%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Starved Rock State Park is May, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 16°F.
The closest major airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 72 mi away. Nearby highlights include Indiana Dunes National Park, Gateway Arch National Park and Lake Michigan.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 71°F is 7.7°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Starved Rock State Park today at 8.6/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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Coordinates: 41°19′9.1″N 88°59′35.2″W (41.3192, -88.9931)
Quick facts about Starved Rock State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°19′9.1″N 88°59′35.2″W (41.3192, -88.9931) |
| Established | 1911 |
| Known for | 18 canyons above the Illinois River |
| Local time | 9:59 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Getting to Starved Rock State Park
- O'Hare International Airport (ORD) · 72 mi
- Chicago · 80 mi · roughly 1.8 h driving
- Milwaukee · 131 mi · roughly 3 h driving
- Indianapolis · 183 mi · roughly 4.2 h driving
- St. Louis · 197 mi · roughly 4.5 h driving
- Des Moines · 241 mi · roughly 5.5 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Starved Rock State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Hare International Airport | ORD | 72 mi | Chicago |
Things to do in Starved Rock State Park
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Starved Rock State Park?
Starved Rock State Park is a state park in Illinois. Its coordinates are 41.3192, -88.9931. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Starved Rock State Park right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Starved Rock State Park?
May, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Starved Rock State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Starved Rock State Park in?
Starved Rock State Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:59 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Starved Rock State Park?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 72 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Starved Rock State Park?
Popular options include Indiana Dunes National Park, Gateway Arch National Park and Lake Michigan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 20, 2026 at 9:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
