Mississippi Palisades State Park
16327A Rte. 84, Savanna, IL 61074
State Parks & National Forest
Located 3 miles north of Savanna in Carroll County, the Mississippi Palisades State Park offers 2,500 acres of recreation opportunities from hiking and birding to rock climbing and camping.
The Mississippi Palisades State Park, located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Apple rivers in northwestern Illinois is known for its steep cliffs and interesting rock formations, as well as its beautiful trails that lead you to some of those awe-inspiring giant boulders. One such trail is the Sentinel, clocking at over 1.3 miles it’s the longest trail in the park and leads you smack dab into Sentinel Rock, where you can take a turn at trying to conquer this monolith.
What's happening nearby...
Avanti Guitar Trio Concert at Savanna Museum & Cultural Center
Savanna Museum & Cultural Center • Sep 26 @ 7:30PM
The Avanti Guitar Trio closes out Savanna’s 2025 Live Music Series with a diverse program of classical, rock, pop, and jazz favorites.
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Havencrest Castle October Tours
Havencrest Castle • Oct 04 – Oct 05 @ 10AM
Tour Carroll County’s grandest mansion, a 5-story, 63-room hilltop home with an eternal love story.
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