2012 Map of Starved Rock

About this map

Starved Rock and its surrounding bluffs dominate this section of the Illinois River valley, where deep ravines and geological overlooks define the southern bank. The map reveals a dense concentration of named natural features, including French Canyon, Tonti Canyon, and LaSalle Canyon, leading to vantage points like Lovers Leap Overlook. This landscape is shaped by the water, with the Vermilion River joining the Illinois near the settlement of Vermilionville. To the south, the terrain levels into the agricultural grid of LaSalle County, while the river itself is punctuated by major landforms such as Buffalo Rock and several islands, including Plum Island and Leopold Island. The presence of the Vermillionville Cem offers a specific point of interest for those researching local family history in this corner of the Illinois valley.