The Fall Foliage At These 8 State Parks In Illinois Is Stunningly Beautiful
Nothing captures the majesty of fall more than the changing colors of trees. And what better place to see these trees than in some of Illinois’ best state parks? Here are eight you want to check out:
For the past 100 years, this spot in Goreville has attracted people to gaze at its natural beauty. That beauty is emphasized in the fall.
Gosh, when isn't it a great time to head to Oglesby and survey Starved Rock State Park? Well, if you haven't gotten to it yet this year, you're in luck. Fall might be the best time to see it.
If you go to Oglesby to see Starved Rock, get two for the price of one and jump over to North Utica. Matthiesen is just as nice in fall!
Anytime you can see the Mississippi is a great day. But if you can see it during fall, it's even more magnificent.
In Grafton sits this eight THOUSAND acre state park, just by the Mississippi. And wow, is it gorgeous during the fall!
People flock to Makanda to take in the breathtaking natural beauty at all times of the year, but you'll really love it when the leaves begin to change.
In Franklin Grove, this 882 acre state park has idyllic natural springs, which are accentuated during the fall season.
Just off of 74 in central Illinois (Oakwood), Kickapoo State Park invites visitors throughout the year, but it is wonderful to visit to see the fall foliage.
Boy, aren’t those a sight to see! Where else–state park or otherwise–do you like to take in the fall foliage?
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