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Bluff Trail
This 2-mile loop through the heart of Matthiessen State Park is a moderate but fun trek with tons of exciting natural sights along the way.
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Bluff Trail Details
This 2-mile loop through the heart of Matthiessen State Park is a moderate but fun trek with tons of exciting natural sights along the way. You will wind through jagged canyons and fast flowing waterfalls as you meander through the park. There are a few creek crossings, which can make parts of the dirt trail particularly muddy, so make sure to wear appropriate footwear that you don’t mind getting dirty. The trail itself is not too strenuous, although there are several flights of stairs that can be difficult for those with limited mobility. But overall, it is a quick hike through nature for those seeking a bit of peace and quietness.
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Nearby Parks Around Bluff Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bluff Trail
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0.1 mi away
Cascade Falls
Out of all the waterfalls in Matthiessen State Park, this one has to be the most stunning.
0.7 mi away
Matthiessen State Park
Located a few miles south of Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, in Deer Park, Illinois, is situated on 1,700 acres and was established in 1943.
2.4 mi away
Starved Rock State Park
Starved Rock State Park is the most popular Illinois state park among visitors who come for 18 canyons with towering walls of moss-covered stone within its 2,630 acres.
2.7 mi away
Wildcat Canyon (Starved Rock State Park)
Take one step inside Starved Rock State Park and you will immediately feel as if you have just entered an entirely different world.
6.1 mi away
Buffalo Rock State Park
Buffalo Rock State Park offers breathtaking views of the Illinois River.
