Best family adventures around St. Louis and beyond
Giant City State Park
Giant City is one of the most beautiful state parks in Illinois with amazing trails past towering rock formations, shelter caves, and wet-weather waterfalls. The park also offers many amenities including a great Visitor Center with interactive exhibits for kids, a stunning CCC era lodge with restaurant, plus cabins and campground for an extended stay.
Don’t miss visiting the beautiful stone lodge. The lodge serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily from the first Friday in Feb. through mid-December. The fried chicken is especially a hit!
Giant City State Park Hiking Trails
Giant City State Park offers miles of hiking trails for a range of ages and abilities. Our favorite kid-friendly trails are listed below. You can also print a park map here and here.