Illinois experienced a surge in visitors to its state parks and historic sites last year, reaching the highest numbers in ...

Southern Illinois state parks, including Lake Murphysboro State Park, saw a significant increase in visitors in 2024. The surge is attributed to investments in park facilities and infrastructure ...

Two people fish on a beach at Illinois Beach State Park near one of 22 breakwaters which protect the shoreline from erosion. The state spent more than $70 million installing breakwaters at the ...

9 state parks saw more than 1 million visitors last year. These historic numbers come after an increased focus on Illinois tourism from state agencies like the Illinois Department of Natural ...