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Walk the Saint Louis Canyon Trail in Utica., Illinois

Walk the Saint Louis Canyon Trail in Utica.

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Here is an easy hike in Starved Rock State Park that passes three canyons, Kickapoo, Sac, and Aurora, with small waterfalls and canyon views along the way. It leads through dense woods to Saint Louis Canyon, where a spring-fed waterfall drops about 40 feet over ancient sandstone, one of the taller falls in the park. Mosses cover the damp canyon walls, and parking is generally available near the trailhead.

Along the way

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Saint Louis Canyon WaterfallAn 80-foot spring-fed waterfall, one of the highest in Starved Rock State Park.
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Kickapoo CanyonOne of three canyons passed on the trail, with small waterfalls along the way.

The route

Distance4 km
Walking≈ 1 h 01
Running≈ 28 min
Climb↑ 78 m
RouteOut and back

A 4 km out-and-back route from Utica to walk, run or cycle, with 78 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 78 m in total

Before you go

StartFox Canyon Bridge, Utica, Illinois, 61373Open the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
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