Discover a magical family getaway tucked just beyond the glow of Chicagoland at Starved Rock's own Grand Bear Resort!
Nestled in this natural area of the Illinois Valley, we offer an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where waterpark fun meets nature! A truly unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends :)
A variety of rommy and comfortable accommodations are available from our main lodge hotel rooms to private 2-bedroom villas and 3-bedroom cabins.
Spend a long weekend enjoying our amenities or venture through the surrounding landscape, theres so much to see and do at Grand Bear Resort!
On-site options include a restaurant, cafe and ice cream shop, 2 bars and a waterside snack stand.
Starved Rock, Matthiessen and Buffalo Rock State Parks are all minutes from our front door.
Test your mini golf game, shoot hoops or race the nite away in the arcade. Many games offer tickets and prizes!
Enjoy a wet and wild family vacation at Grand Bear Falls Waterpark with kids play zones, slides, wave pool, lazy river, and more!
Immerse yourfelf in nature with stroll through the serene rivers and streams at Starved Rock, Matthiessen & Buffalo Rock State Parks. Illinois Valley is truly unlike anywhere else in Illinois. Trek the beautiful landscape of the towering canyons and waterfalls and you're sure to find yourself anticipating what lies beyond the next bend.
Activities and amenities may vary by season. Be sure to check the calendar for more info.
Nestled in this natural area of the Illinois Valley, we offer an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where waterpark fun meets nature! A truly unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends :)
Came here for a quick overnight get away with my daughters over spring break. Great service, lots of activities to do within the resort! Would definitely go back and recommend it!
It was a great resort. We stayed at their vacation villas and it was great. Front desk was friendly and so was everyone at the waterpark. Starved Rock is a 2 mins drive away. Totally worth it and we hope to be back.
We went here for my Son birthday and we’ll I must say WE HAVE TO RETURN…It was a very fun experience even though it was cold outside the indoor water park is very fun and great for kids.