Try a New Destination!Stay a night or two at the rustically beautiful Starved Rock Lodge, situated atop a wooded bluff overlooking the picturesque Illinois River. This 1930’s era stone and log Lodge is the only lodging facility located within Starved Rock State Park.

Starved Rock Lodge is proud to offer a variety of Group Tours featuring beauty, adventure and FUN!

GROUP TRAVEL 2020

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ILLINOIS • HISTORIC STARVED ROCK LODGE • (815) 220-7386 Overnight PackagesStarved Rock Lodge and Starved Rock State Park are more than a day trip! We offer a variety of activities, relaxing accommodations and more all under one roof. Call us today and let’s plan an unforgettable and fun adventure for your group.

One Lodge Lane | Oglesby, IL 61348P.O. Box 570 | Utica, IL 61373

(815) 220-7386 StarvedRockLodge.com

Groups of 20 or More

Utica Passport NEW FOR 2020!

Hop aboard a trolley at Starved Rock Lodge and explore all the sights and tastes of downtown Utica.Each business will have a special offer as part of this tour. You’ll also learn about the rich history of this quaint little Village.

There will be several stops along the way to experience everything from a winery to an antique mall.

Tour will last approximately two hours and costs $20 per person.

Customized ItinerariesLet us help you plan the perfect itinerary for your group.

Here’s our most popular group tour:

2 Days & 1 Night Best of Starved Rock

DAY 1

10:45am: Arrive at Starved Rock Lodge11:00am: Lunch in the Main Dining RoomNoon: Board trolley for historic Starved

Rock Tour & river cruise on the Eagle I

4:00pm: Check into rooms6:00pm: Dinner in the Main Dining Room

DAY 2

7:00am: Breakfast Buffet8:00am: Guided Tour of Lodge (optional)11:00am: Check out of rooms11:30am: Check in to Tribute to

the Stars ShowNoon: Hot Lunch Buffet in

Starved Rock Room1:00pm: Tribute Show begins2:45pm: Show concludes3:00pm: Departure

2020

Dueling Pianos | Feb 3 & 4; May 18, 19 & 20

Shake Rattle & Roll | March 2, 3 & 4

Simply Patsy Cline | March 9 & 10; September 22, 23 & 24

Lionel Richie | March 23 & 24

Tribute to Glen Campbell | April 6, 7 & 8

Walk the Line – Johnny Cash | April 27, 28 & 29

Rock & Roll Review | May 4 & 5

Cash, Conway and Brooks – Legends Jeff Gordon | May 6 & 7

Country Duets | June 9, 10 & 11

Nashville Connection | June 15, 16 & 17

Frank Sinatra | July 20 & 21, August 25

Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones | July 27, 28 & 29

Broadway Classics | August 3, 4 & 5

Elvis | August 10 & 11

Branson Country Legends | August 17, 18 & 19

Rosie and the Rivets | September 14 & 15

Oktoberfest | October 6, 19 & 20

A Little Bit of Country/A Little Bit of Rock & Roll October 26 & 27

WWII Radio Show | Nov 9, 10 & 11

Kenny & Dolly Christmas | December 7, 8, 9 & 10

Under the Mistletoe-Nostalgic Holiday Favorites | December 14, 15 & 16

Find more information and details about specific performers at StarvedRockLodge.com

Meet our friendly Starved Rock Lodge Activities Department staff: Laura Guerrero, Activities Assistant (left), Natalie Martin, Activities Director (center) and Miranda Grosenbach, Activities Manager (right). Experience Midwestern hospitality when you bring your group for a tour, tribute show, mystery trip or activity at this one-of-a-kind destination.

One Lodge Lane | Oglesby, IL 61348P.O. Box 570 | Utica, IL 61373

(815) 220-7386 StarvedRockLodge.com

WE HAVE A LEGENDIn the 1760s, a band of Illiniwek Indians took refuge on top of a towering 125-foot sandstone butte and were surrounded by Ottawa and Pottawatomi tribes. After being trapped for many days, the Illiniwek died of starvation and the site became known as Starved Rock.

HISTORIC ATTRACTION

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Spring and Summer Adventures & Excursions Fall and Winter Fun Tours & Special Events ILLINOIS • HISTORIC STARVED ROCK LODGE • (815) 220-7386

Waterfall & Canyon Tour $35 per person | Available only in April & May

Experience the fun of an outdoor adventure at Starved Rock State Park with a guided walk to three spectacular waterfalls and canyons. You’ll see French, St. Louis and Ottawa Canyons. This tour includes lunch from a special menu and a relaxing, historic trolley ride. This is a walking tour and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.

Take a Hike & A Lunch $20 per person | Available April – November

Join us for a guided hike from the Lodge to Wildcat Canyon. Hikers will stop for lunch once they reach Sandstone Point. After lunch, the hike continues to Lover’s Leap and Eagle Cliff. This hike is classified

as strenuous. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate foot-wear. Hike will be approximately 3 miles round trip. Hikers will receive a Starved Rock Lodge Hike It! Like It! drawstring backpack with lunch which includes your choice of a turkey, ham or veggie wrap; bag of chips; granola bar; piece of fruit; and a bottle of water. There are no restrooms available during the hike. Note: Hiking guides are also available @ $50/hour.

Land & Water Cruise $45 per person | May – September

This tour begins with lunch in the historic restaurant at Starved Rock Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour detailing the

history and legends of the area. The trolley will take guests to the river boat, Eagle I where you’ll see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. There are restrooms available throughout the tour and minimal walking is involved.

Dinner & Evening Cruise $45 per person | May – SeptemberBoard a Starved Rock Trolley and travel to the Eagle I for a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River. After the cruise, the trolley returns to the Lodge where guests will enjoy dinner from a special menu, served with dessert, in the historic restaurant at Starved Rock Lodge.

Sights & Sounds of the River $35 per person | 2020 dates: July 28, August 25, September 24, October 6 & 20 | 12:30 pm – 2:30pm

Join us aboard the Spirit of Peoria for this river adventure. Enjoy a 2-entrée buffet which includes salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Live music will fill the air

as the American paddlewheeler travels along the Illinois River Valley. Cash bar also available.

MOSTPOPULAR

TOUR

Menu Options | Ask about our Custom Menus for Groups!TAKE A HIKE & A LUNCH • Choice of Wrap (Ham, Turkey, Veggie)

• Chips• Granola Bar• Bottle of WaterWINTER GUIDED HIKE• Granola Bar• Bottle of Water• Coupon for Hot Chocolate or Coffee in Café

TRIBUTE TO THE STARSLunch or Dinner Buffet includes:• 2 Entrees• 1 Potato• 1 Vegetable• Cole Slaw & Tossed Salad• Iced Tea or Coffee• Dessert

TROLLEY TOURS• Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad• Starved Rock Burger• Pot Roast• Fettuccini• Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich• Country-fried Steak• Fried Cod• Chicken Salad Croissant• Iced Tea, Coffee, Soft Drink

Fall Colors Tour $32 per person | Available only in October

Experience Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year. Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, hot lunch at Starved Rock Lodge and a guided walk to scenic Council Overhang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and takes about 45 minutes. This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.

Autumn on the River $45 per person | Available only in October

This tour begins with lunch in the restaurant of historic Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour which details the history and legends of the Starved Rock area. The trolley takes guests to board the Eagle I where they’ll see beautiful fall

foliage along the east bluffs of Starved Rock State Park by water. There are restrooms available throughout the tour and minimal walking is involved.

Christmas Lights Tour $18 per person | Available on select December dates Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour before Christmas. Let our staff do the driving so you can enjoy some of the area’s most stunning holiday displays. While aboard the trolley our guide will share holiday trivia, jokes, riddles and Christmas music. Our trolleys are heated, but you may want to bring along an extra blanket. There are no restroom stops on this 2-hour tour.

Discover the Eagles Tour $30 per person | Monday – Saturday Available only in January & February

Get a glimpse of these majestic birds! Tour includes trolley transportation, tour guide, eagle presentation at the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, and lunch in the restaurant at historic Starved Rock Lodge. See American Bald Eagles in their natural habitat. Dress warmly and bring

your binoculars and camera. There is minimal walking; restrooms are available.

TOUR HISTORIC STARVED ROCK LODGE

$5 per personThere’s so much to see and learn about

historic Starved Rock Lodge–a unique destination built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

From the thoughtful touches of the stone masons to the modern amenities which blend seamlessly with yesteryear,

this tour completes your visit to the one-and-only hotel located within Starved Rock State Park.

Special Events• Progressive Dinners• Oktoberfest Dinners

• Spooky Tours• Mystery Trips

Local Attractions• LaSalle County Historical Society Museum

• Hegeler Carus Mansion

• Reddick Mansion

• Westclox Museum

• Lock 16 Mule-pulled Canal Boat

• Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center

• Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

• August Hill Winery & IL Sparkling Company

• Tangled Roots Brewery & Lone Buffalo

• Star Union Spirits

• Taste of Utica