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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 | 12:37 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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 63°F (17°C) in Starved Rock State Park with overcast. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 62°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 79%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 7.4°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Starved Rock State Park today at 9.7/10. 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)
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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 63°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 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 12:37 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 October 1, 2026 at 12:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
