Trek Through Time: Guided Icefall and Ice Age History Hike

Schedule

Sat Jan 31 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-06:00

Location

Starved Rock State Park Ottawa Canyon Parking | Ottawa, IL

Advertisement
Discover the wonders of the Ice Age and the geological history of the sandstone canyons with our park naturalist.
About this Event

Welcome to the Trek Through Time: Guided Icefall and Ice Age History Hike event! Join us at Starved Rock State Park Ottawa Canyon Parking Lot on January 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Central Time) for a journey through the icy wonders of the past. Lace up your boots and get ready to explore the frozen landscapes while learning about the fascinating history of the Ice Age. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with nature and discover the secrets hidden within the ice! See you there!


Wear winter clothing and sturdy boots with traction devices such as yak-traks! Trails are not plowed or salted and will be icy and or covered in snow.


Check in with guide at least 5 minutes prior to the start time of the hike! GPS coordinates to Ottawa Canyon 41.30858 N, 88.94256 W.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Starved Rock State Park Ottawa Canyon Parking, 1144, Ottawa, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Starved Rock State Park

Host or Publisher Starved Rock State Park

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Ottawa

Calling Frog Survey Training
Sat, 31 Jan at 01:00 pm Calling Frog Survey Training

1689 N 31st Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350-9607, United States

WORKSHOPS PARTIES
Zazzle Acoustic Duo Rocks Keagan's Irish Pub!
Sat, 31 Jan at 08:00 pm Zazzle Acoustic Duo Rocks Keagan's Irish Pub!

Keagan's Irish Pub

Wildeye heads to Shakers!!
Fri, 06 Feb at 08:00 pm Wildeye heads to Shakers!!

Shakers

River Bend Mobile Pantry - February 7
Sat, 07 Feb at 09:30 am River Bend Mobile Pantry - February 7

1050 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350-1602, United States

DRIVE-THRU
Hearts + Crafts - a Galentine\u2019s creative gathering
Sat, 07 Feb at 03:00 pm Hearts + Crafts - a Galentine’s creative gathering

223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL

ART
Cyanotype Workshop
Thu, 08 Jan at 06:00 pm Cyanotype Workshop

223 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL, United States, Illinois 61350

WORKSHOPS ART
Trek Through Time:  Guided Icefall and Ice Age History Hike
Sat, 31 Jan at 10:00 am Trek Through Time: Guided Icefall and Ice Age History Hike

Starved Rock State Park Ottawa Canyon Parking

TRIPS-ADVENTURES TREKKING
Chasing Spring:  Waterfalls and Wildflowers Hike
Sat, 25 Apr at 04:30 pm Chasing Spring: Waterfalls and Wildflowers Hike

Starved Rock State Park Ottawa Canyon Parking

TRIPS-ADVENTURES TREKKING
Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash
Sat, 02 May at 08:00 am Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash

Washington Park Ottawa il

FESTIVALS MUSIC

What's Happening Next in Ottawa?

Discover Ottawa Events