Karol R.
8/30/2025
Matthiessen State Park is such a gem. The trails take you through gorgeous canyons, lush greenery, and peaceful streams that make you forget how close you are to the city. The waterfall views are...
Matthiessen State Park
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2500 IL-178
Oglesby, IL 61348
Matthiessen State Park offers visitors a serene and natural setting for outdoor recreation and exploration.
With its picturesque landscapes and winding trails, the park provides a peaceful escape for individuals and families seeking to connect with nature.
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4.5105 reviews
Dave C.
9/9/2025
Great for seeing and descending into a canyon with stairs and a rail where you can feel away from it all - in a canyon with lots of walkways, rock formations, and little overhangs. Many people...
Thomas K.
7/19/2025
Less visited than the starved rock but was beautiful. Just did a drive through because we had a busy day planned. Wish I had more time, but I will return in the fall when the leaves start to...
Morgan A.
7/15/2025
IT IS SO BEAUTIFUL. definitely gonna be coming back with my puppy, i met so many friendly people and animals, the trails are amazing, i absolutely was in awh. most go!!!! parking was easy
John M.
8/30/2024
A nice state park located in Oglesby Illinois with many gravel trails and a beautiful canyon. Located just a few miles south of Starved Rock State Park. Expect to see beautiful rock formations...
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