Grand Bear Resort At Starved Rock, Utica

Grand Bear Resort At Starved Rock - A 4-star family-friendly resort with an indoor waterpark, adventure activities, and state park proximity

This 4-star family-friendly resort features an indoor waterpark with a lazy river, whirlpool, and multiple slides, plus an arcade with over 50 games and an 18-hole miniature golf course. Accommodations include lodge rooms with microwaves and refrigerators, 2-bedroom villas with full kitchens and fireplaces, and 3-bedroom cabins sleeping up to 18 guests with multiple whirlpool tubs. Jack's Place Restaurant & Bar serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while Treetops Cafe offers coffee, ice cream, and fresh-made sugar cones. Located 1.5 miles from Starved Rock State Park and 1.5 miles from LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum, Grand Bear Resort At Starved Rock provides access to hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor activities like ziplining and horseback riding. The property includes 11000 square feet of meeting space, free Wi-Fi, and a fitness center. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Grand Bear Resort At Starved Rock.

Pros

Indoor waterpark with lazy river, whirlpool, and multiple slides available year-round

Spacious accommodations including villas with full kitchens and cabins sleeping up to 18 guests

Proximity to multiple state parks including Starved Rock State Park (1.5 miles away)

Extensive recreational facilities including arcade, miniature golf, and multiple fireplaces

Multiple dining options including American restaurant and specialty cafe with fresh-made cones

Cons

Some slides have a 48-inch height requirement for riders

The 3-bedroom cabins require a 2-night minimum stay