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Drone Rules for Starved Rock State Park

Oglesby, Illinois (IL) • United States
Oglesby, IL 61348, USA
Lat: 41.3128 • Lng: -88.9701
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 30, 2026
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Drones are prohibited at Starved Rock State Park per Illinois DNR. The sandstone butte and 18 glacier-formed canyons with waterfalls require strict aerial protection.

Drone Rules - Starved Rock State Park

Drone flights are prohibited at Starved Rock State Park.

Key Rules

  • Illinois DNR prohibits drone use in state parks and recreation areas without authorization
  • 18 sandstone canyons with waterfalls -- extremely popular filming destinations
  • Illinois River eagle watching from the bluffs is a winter highlight -- no drone disturbance
  • Ottawa Airport (OTT) Class D airspace is north of the park

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