MANY ANIMALS HERE

The varied habitats support a vast and unusual assemblage of animals. Fish, as only the Illinois valley knows them, fatten in the waterways. All four species of lizards known in Illinois scamper over the lichen-covered rocks. The whole series of fur-bearing animals now left in Illinois are here to be seen. It may be that in these endless acres that a Whitetail Deer or Wildcat still lingers, certainly an occasional Coyote and the re-introduced Beaver.

Hundreds of species of birds, especially in time of migration, can be seen and studied to great advantage. The Mockingbird sings all day; the woods ring with the calls of Thrush, Wren and Towhee, and the fields echo with Meadow Lark and native sparrow songs. Vireo, Oriole and Cardinal are everywhere. Hawks, Vultures, and the symbol of the United States, the Bald Eagle, soar over McAdams Peak. Osprey, Herons, Bitterns, Cormorants, Grebes and Loons are about the water. Even Pelicans and Ibises appear in the summer. Especially in migration, Ducks, Geese, Gulls, and all the tribe of Sandpiper, Plover, Snipe, Cranes and Swans on very rare occasions. All these and many others frequent this part of the Mississippi Flyway, the migratory highway of central North America. This was the Indian’s happy hunting ground, now an American paradise in perpetuity.

For further information concerning Illinois State Parks and Memorials write to the DIVISION OF PARKS AND MEMORIALS, 100 State Office Building, Springfield, 62706.

Our numerous State Parks and Memorials are of easy access from every part of the state. Lodges, cabins, and dining rooms are important features of Illinois Beach, Starved Rock, Pere Marquette, White Pines Forest, and Giant City State Parks. Reservations for lodging should be made with lodge managers.

All State Parks are open the year round, except when weather condition necessitates the closing of park roads during the freezing and thawing periods. Then access to park facilities is by foot traffic only. All State Memorials open the year round except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.

(Printed by authority of the State of Illinois)
Issued by
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION
Division of Parks and Memorials
50M—7-67

Illinois natural beauty sails around

A magnetic charm dominates lodge lounge

Excellent food complements dining room

Three-lane boat ramp on Illinois River basin

Docking area on Illinois River basin

TO HARDIN—8 MI. ILL RT. 100 CAMP PIASA CAMP QUATOGA CAMP POTAWATOMI VACATION AREA ASST. RANGER WILLIAMS HOLLOW GOAT CLIFF STABLES TUCKER HOLLOW QUITT POINT PICNIC AREA SCOUT CAMPING TUCKER KNOB DEER LICK HOLLOW MC ADAMS PEAK TWIN SPRINGS BOAT DOCK NATURE STUDY AREA & TRAIL SIDE MUSEUM CABINS PARK RANGER LODGE PICNIC AREA CAMPING ILL RT. 100 Jersey Co. Calhoun Co. ILLINOIS RIVER GRAHAM HOLLOW ILL. YOUTH COMMISSION MARQUETTE MONUMENT TO GRAFTON—½ MI. FREE FERRY TO BRUSSELS

There are several observation points at Pere Marquette State Park. Take the road to the top of the bluffs. On a clear day, from the overlook near McAdams Peak, you can see the Illinois and Mississippi rivers and the backwaters of the Missouri River.

Relax in the Rustic Atmosphere of
Pere Marquette State Park

ONE OF AMERICA’S FINEST RESORTS
EXTENDS A CORDIAL INVITATION
AT NOMINAL RATES

EUROPEAN PLAN—WITHOUT MEALS

RATE PER DAY
EFFECTIVE NOV. 1, 1969
European Plan—(Without Meals)
Lodge or Guest Houses
One Person Two Persons
FULL SIZED BED $10.50 $13.50
TWIN BEDS, 2 PERSONS 15.00 and $16.00
ALL COTTAGE ROOMS $15.00 and $15.50
ADDITIONAL PERSON IN SAME ROOM $4.50
NO CHARGE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 10 IF OCCUPYING SAME ROOM WITH PARENTS.
Adult Rate Charged If Occupying Separate Rooms
EXTRA CHARGE ON CRIBS AND ROLL AWAY BEDS IF USED $1.00
CHECKING OUT TIME IS 2:00 P.M.
CHECKING IN TIME IS 3.00 P.M.—but we will assign you sooner if room is prepared.

Just above the Lodge—nestling in their woodland setting are the Guest Cottages—each containing 4 large rooms—modern in every respect—which are rented as separate rooms or en suite of 2 rooms. All are bedrooms, however, with either twin beds or double bed. Rooms are air conditioned.

DINING ROOM HOURS
WEEK DAYS:
8 to 9:30 A.M., 12 to 2; 6 to 7:30 P.M.
SUNDAYS April 1 to November 1:
8 to 9:30 A.M.; 12 to 7:30 P.M.
SUNDAYS November 1 to April 1:
8 to 9:30 A.M.; 12 to 2; 6 to 7:30 P.M.

All meals are served in our lovely air conditioned dining room located in the main Lodge building. The transient public is invited. Meals are reasonably priced. See prices listed below.

TRANSIENT MEAL PRICES
Breakfast $1.50 Luncheon $2.60 Dinner $4.20
Sunday and evening dinner $4.20
Principal Holidays $4.20
Children under 10—
Breakfast $1.00 Lunch $1.95 Dinner $3.20
A la carte service available. Special Child’s Menu

We cater to Dinner Parties—Weddings—Receptions
CONVENTIONS—Private Room available.
Cocktails available with lunch and dinner meals.