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There's more than Chicago in northern Illinois! Come with us as we delve into the canyons, creeks, and waterfalls of Matthiessen State Park, one of the busiest parks in the state, and for good reason.
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@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

I will shut down any arguments about cairns & rock stacking. There is NO argument in favor, it disturbs the natural environment, and it is ILLEGAL in protected areas such as Matthiessen. It is rock graffiti. More info on why it is bad: friendsofthesmokies.org/blog/dont-move-rocks/

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 месяца назад

@@independentmissile200 There's life in those rocks. If you can't respect that, stay home.

@TerryX2Explore 4 года назад

Beautiful formations and scenery! Love that you can wander the caves. I never knew Illinois had such a place, so that is nice to see! ;-)

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Illinois' best area is the extreme southern area, Shawnee National Forest, lots of canyons, bluffs, & waterfalls down there. But Matthiessen and Starved Rock are just as amazing, unfortunately far more overcrowded. Thanks for watching!

@jimmyprantalos6482 3 года назад

Illinois is full of hidden gems

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

Yes it is! I wouldn't necessarily consider this one hidden, LOL, but I do know what you mean!

@mikeprzlomski2092 2 года назад

Illinois beauty who would of thought.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 года назад

There are a few gems in Illinois, for sure!

@fluorite1965 6 месяцев назад

Illinois has some really pretty areas but they are pretty scattered throughout the state.

@SantosChronicles 4 года назад

Didn’t know this State Park existed in my own state till we passed it going to Starved Rock. We had to get to Starved Rock by 7:30 am to get in. Thanks for tip regarding the dangers of Rock Stacking. I get lost easy that not having a good map. We’ll have to go here next. Thanks for sharing. Loved the caves and waterfalls.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

If your kids like splashing in water, they will love it (leave the stroller in the car!) Obviously go early as possible. I recommend downloading the app "Alltrails" as it has a MUCH more detailed map of the trails. Rock on!

@SantosChronicles 4 года назад

Slone's Wilderness Expeditions I’m downloading the app now. We had a hard time with the map at Starved Rock also. Baby Rosalie would love that water!!!!

@ssssaa2 2 года назад

A handful of years ago I got there right as it opened near dawn on a weekday, and it was just me walking through the whole thing. I saw only one other person near the biggest fall taking photos. As I left about 2 hours later, a few school buses were pulling in. Good thing I went early!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 года назад

You did it right! That is the only way I will visit now.

@jackterrill2475 Месяц назад

Thank you gentlemen, my curiosity is running wild and I am going to have to visit.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Месяц назад

Please do, it's a wonderful park.

@laurenandseth 4 года назад

I have always wanted to visit there! The rock formations are stunning but I had no clue that they have such a negative impact... thanks for sharing your adventure! 😊

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Go early in the morning to beat the crowds, and you will love it!

@WanderingWiley 4 года назад

That is a great park, and hike. Thanks for the education also, i think we all appreciate it.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

If not for the crowds, it would be an amazing park (but you can't blame the people for enjoying it!)

@maygrace6738 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing. I am planning to go next week.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Enjoy! Try to go early, you will love it.

@prettylittlemissy 4 года назад

We are going tomorrow! Really excited!!

@CreativeGinge 4 года назад

Interesting video guys as always love the info! Thanks so much for sharing! As always stay safe!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Thanks! You too!

@StepsbyKaatje 4 года назад

A lot of mud and a lot of people at the start. 😀 Nice exploring. Greetz!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Yes, thanks!

@TravelKiwi 4 года назад

another great hike!!! very muddy!!! the waterfalls were so beautiful!!!! great cave what a stunning place!!!! so picturesque !

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Thanks! We don't usually visit places so crowded, but the scenery is unbeatable.

@goinvisible 4 года назад

Beautiful!

@IslandLaker 2 года назад

Starved Rocks little brother, great place to go because less people and just as nice

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 года назад

I agree, love both parks, just not the crowds!

@nightmaster6381 8 месяцев назад

I agree on the beauty of Mathieson, but 110% disagree on it being less crowded than starved rock. Its smaller and less famous amongst tourists, but almost everyone in IL I ask likes Mathison better for the same reason you stated. Therefore, it's always populated by IL residents where when I'm @ Starved Rock I meet people from around the country(even more now that the Starved Rock murders have been re popularized by HBO documentary). Yet still, at any time of day, any day of the week, any season - you can go to the eastern end of Starved Rock and pretty much have the place to yourself.

@bradical7772 25 дней назад

@@nightmaster6381 Why would you tell these idiots about the gems only locals know. Now that’ll be over crowded as well. Hidden gems need to remain so.

@Schmitty1021 3 года назад

Really enjoyed this video. We just came back from Matthiessen & I was hoping to find something exactly like this! Such beautiful natural areas to absorb, I was eager to see it again. Completely agree about their maps - sorely lacking! I hope the IDNR can revamp them soon - prevent more frustrated hikers. I didn't know how harmful the cairns are - never done them but definitely learned something new today. Thanks for your effort making this!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

It is a wonderful park, we just happened to be there at a way too busy time, LOL. I think it's one of those places that you have to visit multiple times to get a true lay of the land and understand their maps, so I guess that's just an excuse to go more often! Cairns in creeks is one of my pet peeves, but in retrospect, the creek in Matthiessen is constantly disturbed by people walking through it, so I doubt those particular cairns really make much difference.

@aventurasdealan. Год назад

Saludos desde elgin illinois.

@sextonfilm 3 года назад

Great video, I never knew about the upper falls! Going to see it again in July!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

Enjoy! Go early before the crowds and have fun!

@stephaniemcguire 4 года назад

Beautiful video as usual! Had to share this with my FB friends this morning, and linked your FB page also!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Awesome thank you!

@Parr4theCourse 4 года назад

Thanks for the lesson on Rock Stacking, I've seen that in the Bahamas and couldn't figure out what it was . . .

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

In the right environment, rock stacking is pretty, and rock cairns (particularly out west) make for good trail markers. It's really just a matter of educating people. And honestly, as busy as this park is, with everybody walking through the creeks, it might not make any difference.

@mariomario9209 Год назад

We just visited starved rock and it was amazing the fall colors really enhanced the experience it was warm as well so that helpedI also never knew the canyons here were that huge lol! We went to some small towns nearby like Utica and Lasalle and had lunch and dinner looks like we need to come back to the Illinois valley and visit Matthiessen during spring since we would probably see some waterfalls that time lol they were all dried out when we went to starved rock I never knew about these hidden gems in Illinois like the Illinois valley or Shawnee national forest but now that me and my family knows we got lots of plans

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Год назад

They are both great parks, I bet it really is beautiful with the fall colors!

@inspectorgadget7488 Год назад

@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions when there is no snow on the ground or bitter cold they are beautiful and then if u go down route 71 also called dee Bennet road they have a park called Buffalo state park that's another hidden gem and they do have 3 live buffal there and planned to get another few it's rich in history and the views are outstanding

@nightmaster6381 8 месяцев назад

Contrary to popular belief - the best time to visit is winter. Sure, you dont have all those colorful leaves - instead you can see far into the forests and canyons unobstructed by leaves. Also, less people means you can actually enjoy the views without a whole bunch of people talking and ruining your time in nature. And for the waterfalls....they flow during the winter too - unless the temperature is below freezing enough days consecutively. Then they freeze. I'm sure you've seen a waterfall flow somewhere in your life.....but a frozen 100' waterfall?!!! Dress warm, wear boots. The trees and canyons block the wind in most places.

@mariomario9209 8 месяцев назад

@@nightmaster6381 Sounds great! Might check it out when winter rolls around!

@nightmaster6381 8 месяцев назад

@@mariomario9209 Lol maybe you can go this winter when it gets here in spring!!

@KathysOutdoorAdventures 4 года назад

This looks like such a great place to hike. Thanks for sharing it with me but will definitely go in the winter time. Another great upload

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Yes, any time that is off season would be best! Thanks for watching.

@CAR316 2 года назад

I grew up in this area and went cross-country skiing in the park several years ago. I'm not sure if they still offer that, but this and Starved Rock are so beautiful year-round. It was such a blessing to practically have this as my backyard growing up. Great footage of the area, and I totally agree about the rocks. It's annoying to see such disturbances.

@FLACKFAM 4 года назад

This is so beautiful, love the caves and water features! Water shoes needed! I will remember to not move the rocks in the water, but do you agree with using them on land if a trail is difficult to follow? Lots of people getting out!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

I wish we had brought our water shoes! We would have just skipped the mud and walked the creek the whole way. Yes, particularly out west, rock cairns are essential in marking trail routes. Definitely lots of people out!

@markuse3472 9 месяцев назад

Thank you! So nice.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 9 месяцев назад

Glad you like it!

@mobydickhead1 2 года назад

I love this place. You'd never know such a terrain is in this area. I avoid these areas on weekends.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 года назад

Totally agree! Weekends are hard with the crowds, would be awesome to hike the park early in the morning, during the week.

@Blk_GT8 3 месяца назад

Great video on the park. I wanna get there this summer, since ive never taken the time to check it out. I usually go to starved rock but need to find a new place to explore. I’m glad you pointed out the rock stacking. It’s amazing how many nut jobs go to the parks to create content and have no respect for the wildlife there.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 месяца назад

I need to get back there as well, it's been awhile! Always go early as possible to beat the crowds. Hope you can make it! It's not as big as Starved Rock, but the scenery is just as beautiful.

@johnclassified36 4 года назад

Who else went and got lost and never found the waterfall

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

Their on-site maps can be very confusing!

@mikek.9980 Год назад

Great presentation Guys!!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Год назад

Thanks so much!

@sabtahi13 Месяц назад

"The scenery's not that bad..." Nudge Nudge, Wink Wink

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Месяц назад

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@biggestmexi 3 года назад

If you are ever this way again send me a message. I live in the area and can show you other areas and smaller trails.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

Thanks, that'd be awesome.

@sallykasper61 3 года назад

We’ve been to Starved Rock State Park but not in Matteson State Park.

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

You will love it. Go early (or through the week) to beat the crowds, enjoy!

@Blaisecruz408 Год назад

if you look into it the ST.Luis falls has a dark past .. I knew something bad happened there I hust had a creepy feeling so I did some research.. two mile aged woman were killed in the two caves by the lodge cook.

@Blaisecruz408 Год назад

it was in starved rock

@gigitycrabity123 3 года назад

Guess what we were couht on camra at 4:53 time of it

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

Ha that's awesome! Small world!

@genesistorres6136 2 года назад

I love it@

@loganarkels2023 3 года назад

Well this is the only thing we’ve got around here might as well enjoy it

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

For sure! It's popular for a reason.

@ElectrickSoundz Год назад

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@55inchSamsungTV 2 года назад

Catfish is the star of the show

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 года назад

Yes! I've suggested we change the channel name to "Following Catfish" 🤣

@snakeboren4814 7 месяцев назад

It's south of North Utica illinois !!!!

@charlesolinger6250 4 года назад

Great job Catfish! I haven't been to this park but man it sure looks nice. Do you know how many miles of trails? Thanks again for the upload

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

It's hard to say how many miles of trails, since their maps are lacking and don't cover everything. The Alltrails app lists more trails than what they show at the park.

@ElectrickSoundz Год назад

Nicetimes

@sallykasper61 3 года назад

We’ve been to Starved Rock State Park but not the Matthiessen.

@HikeCamp 4 года назад

So many places I just have no desire to go simply because of the amount of people... I guess there is something to be said for winter hiking in populist places..

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 года назад

We typically still hit up popular places, but try to go before the crowds arrive. That seemed to be impossible here, as amazing as the scenery is, it'll be a long time before we return.

@neilfpv 3 месяца назад

We're thinking of going there this Saturday. Is it muddy?

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 месяца назад

I haven't been there since this video (4 years ago) but in my experience, the lower section is always muddy this time of year. Be ready for some creek walking, wear shoes you don't mind getting dirty, and enjoy!

@lianghong2161 3 года назад

were is the notifacation bell

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

It should be right beside the "Subscribe" button.

@miked6782 3 года назад

Way to crowded

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

I agree, and recommend for people to go during the week, and arrive as early as possible!

@dannys7192 2 года назад

10:30 chick got weirded out lol

@bradical7772 25 дней назад

This park sucks. Never go there!!!

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 25 дней назад

It would be funny, as a local, to make videos showing all the negative aspects of these places to try to discourage the large crowds they receive! 🤣 "There's so much mud! Look at all these bugs! Don't come here!"

@angelrio8776 3 года назад

Hate Starved Rock and this one , they are very dirty , over crowded and really not taken care of that’s why I prefer visiting States like Colorado Wyoming etc way less crowded and very scenic

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 года назад

Well of course, we'd all prefer places like Colorado or Wyoming. But this is the Midwest, we have to take what we can get.

@ElectrickSoundz Год назад

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