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LaSalle County checks all the boxes, big and small
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The term “best of both worlds” is a perfect description for this bustling North Central Illinois destination.
Most notably known for Starved Rock State Park, more than 2 million people visit LaSalle County each year to hike through the park’s 18 canyons, climb its majestic bluffs, camp, fish, hunt, cruise the river or enjoy the fine on-site lodging and dining facilities. Other state parks and recreation options throughout the area offer ample opportunities to enjoy horseback riding, zip-lining, rafting, kayaking – even skydiving.
In short, LaSalle County checks all the boxes. Small-town charm? Family friendly? Outdoor paradise? Yes. Big-city excitement? Easy access to major transportation? Yep, that too! Situated at the crossroads of Interstate 39 and Interstate 80, you’re never far from a faster pace when desired.
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LaSalle County is also home to unique festivals and social gatherings with a focus on food and wine in Ottawa, renowned musical acts in Streator, sweet corn (yes, sweet corn) in Mendota and much more. The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp prospect league in Peru offers baseball fun for the whole family each summer.
With a population of just under 110,000, the LaSalle County micropolitan offers:
- High quality of life with a lower cost of living
- Strong public and private K-12 school systems, plus Illinois Valley Community College
- Thriving arts and entertainment communities
- Easy access to Amtrak and international airports in Chicago, Peoria, Rockford and the Quad Cities
- World-class health care through OSF HealthCare Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - the hub hospital with campuses in both Ottawa and Peru - plus nearby facilities in Mendota with OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center and Streator with OSF Center for Health
Learn more about LaSalle County and Starved Rock Country. Photo credit: Mendota Chamber of Commerce
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