4-6 Guests
Excape the Everyday,
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 :)
Accommodations for families of all sizes!
A variety of accommodations are available throughout the year from hotel and studio units to 1 bedroom suites, 2 bedroom villas and 3 bedroom cabins.
EXPLORE & HIKE THE DAY AWAY
From breathtaking scenery to serene rivers and streams, Starved Rock, Matthiessen & Buffalo Rock State Parks are unlike anything else in Illinois! From the moment you enter these parks, whether driving your car or hiking through the beautiful landscape of the towering canyons and waterfalls, you will find yourself anticipating what lies beyond the next bend.
1.5 mi
Matthiessen State Park
EXPLORE6.5 mi
Buffalo Rock State Park
EXPLORESO MUCH TO SEE AND DO
Whether you spend the weekend enjoying the amenities of the resort or venture through the surrounding Illinois Valley, theres so much to see and do at Grand Bear Resort!
Dine & Drink
On-site options include a restaurant, cafe and ice cream shop, 2 bars and a waterside snack stand.
Discover the Great Outdoors
Starved Rock, Matthiessen and Buffalo Rock State Parks are all minutes from our front door.
Play & Win
Test your mini golf game, shoot hoops or race the nite away in the arcade. Many games offer tickets and prizes!
Splash & Slide
Enjoy a wet and wild family vacation at Grand Bear Falls Waterpark with kids play zones, slides, wave pool, lazy river, and more!
ACTIVITIES & AMENITIES
Some activities and amenities vary by season. Be sure to check the calendar for more info.
The Cave Arcade
Earn tickets and win prizes in the cave with over 50 games for all ages!
Canyon Creek Mini Golf
Play a round of 18-holes in this beautifully wooded creekside oasis!
Movies on the Mezzanine
Grab a bucket of popcorn for a feature presentation, just above the main lobby.
Arts & Crafts
Get creative with cookie decorating, t-shirt tie dye class, coloring contests, scavenger hunts and more!
Fitness Center & Yoga
No need to drop your routine while visiting with our fitness center and seasonal yoga sessions.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT GRAND BEAR
Recommend it!
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!
Hope to be back
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 HAVE TO RETURN
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.
