Matthiessen State Park

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Address: 2500 Illinois Route 178, Oglesby, IL 61348, USA

Phone: (815) 667-4868

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State: Illinois

City: Oglesby

Zip Code: 61348

Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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Reviews

I first went here 20 years ago and enjoyed the park as a part of a starved Rock weekend. Cool place to explore but for me there to many people some weekends. Visit the park on a weekday to have a quiet time to explore. Park is much larger than you think, most do not see much of the park. Indians lived here in the 1700's and the area was full of various sand quarries in early 1900's . Make a list of the different places in the area and hit a couple of every year.

 8 years ago (12-03-2018)

I have visited few state parks around the area, and I have to say that this one is one of the best ones. Lots of streams and hiking paths. I went when there was snow so all the streams froze over and you can walk on them. Great rock formations and caves in between rocks. Great for a family to visit. I recommend this park to everyone.

 8 years ago (07-03-2018)

I have only ever gone down into the canyons to hike here but I greatly recommend. The route feels like nature's obstacle course that will have you hopping across concrete stepping stones surrounded by water, shimming along a narrow path between the canyon and more water, stepping carefully between giant roots of a tree growing above ground or balancing over a log to avoid stepping in water! It is a step above your normal hiking experience!

 8 years ago (15-03-2018)

This place is amazing!! So many paths and hiking options. A large, beautiful variety of waterfalls to reward you for your hiking efforts. Trails are easy enough to make this the perfect place for hiking with the family and teaching children proper hiking rules and ideals without the risk of higher intensity.

 8 years ago (13-03-2018)

An under appreciated gem, with relaxing paths and waterfalls.  Bring waterproof footwear as some parts of the trails are muddy and you’ll need to cross water courses to access some of the better waterfall views. For those planning, you can do the entire main loop in under two hours, it’s well worth the trip!

 8 years ago (03-03-2018)

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