START A VACATION TRADITION AT STARVED ROCK

from Neighborhood Tourist - Winter 2021

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VACATION TRADITIOn Start a

at Starved Rock By Kathy Casstevens, marketing manager at Starved Rock Lodge

Nestled in the middle of Starved Rock State Park is a unique hotel that sits high atop a bluff overlooking the scenic Illinois River.

Starved Rock Lodge is located at 1 Lodge Lane in Oglesby. This one-of-akind destination is more than a day trip. It’s a historic hotel with everything you need for a friends or family getaway — all under one roof. The Café opens early and has delicious flavors of ice cream (made on-site) and delicious fudge, also made at the Lodge. The indoor pool is a favorite for families and multigenerational travelers. The Veranda offers the best year-round view in all of La Salle County. Just steps away from the trails is the Back Door Lounge, which serves locally brewed craft beer, plus lunch, snack and dinner options.

There’s no better way to explore the deep sandstone canyons and seasonal waterfalls than with a guided hike offered by Starved Rock Lodge each Saturday and Sunday. A drawstring backpack and lunch is included, and reservations are required. This year, the Lodge will have a new, whimsical theme for Christmas. The Great Hall, Main Dining Room and Lodge will all be decorated! Tickets are on sale now for the Lodge’s annual New Year’s Eve party in the Great Hall. The theme is “Throwback Prom.”

This year’s Christmas Trolley Tour of Lights includes a visit to Rotary Park, which has hundreds of holiday-themed, lighted displays. Tours run from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19. Adult tickets cost $25; children 10 and under are $20.

For more information, call 815-2207386. Book overnight stays, tours and events on the Lodge’s website at www. starvedrocklodge.com

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SSpecialmoments in your life should be celebrated at aspecial place.Whether it’s afamily getaway for the holidays, aclass reunion, awedding or Spring Break, Starved Rock Lodgeisthe one-of-a-kind destination thatchecksall theboxes. Comfy rooms, free parking, on-site dining and an indoor pool!