Kayak Starved Rock Campground

Great location and amenities. Right across the river from Starved Rock. Fire pits had pivoting grill grates, port o potties were super clean, had motion lights, wet wipes, sanitizer, etc. Wood bundles available for sale. Alcohol is allowed but it's not a party campground. Quiet hours start at 10p. Great for families. We were hiking starved rock so this campground was super convenient. If you are looking to explore starved rock this is the closest campground to the park right on the river directly across from starved rock

We booked the two-hour guided kayak tour for Saturday July 1st at 11:00 am. We were instructed to be there 30 minutes early and we were. Another couple also did the same. There were others who had apparently booked the same tour at the same time, but they hadn't arrived by 10:55 am, so our guide told us we would be leaving on time and not waiting for the slackers (because one group had called to say they were lost and would be 20 minutes late) to be fair to those of us who followed instructions and directions. So, it was just us and another couple with our guide Rich, which made for a more fun and smaller tour as well as easier to hear him and keep up. Rich was funny and friendly as he guided us up and down the IL River to see some cool sandstone bluffs. He also managed to take a few good photos of us with our phone. There are plenty of outhouses next to the check-in location to use before or after the tour. Wear water shoes. Bring sunscreen, water, and a snack if needed too.