Illini State Park 
2660 East 2350th Road
Utica, IL 61301
815-795-2448

This 510 acre park features rustic Civilian Conservation Corps buildings, riverside picnic areas, and beautiful views. The Great Falls of the Illinois, where the river drops three feet, creating beautiful roaring rapids can be found along the northern edge of the park. Ballfields, fishing, hiking, biking, and cross country skiing can all be enjoyed at this state park.