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Starved Rock to Watkins Glen · 1 day

A scenic cross-country transition from the canyons of Illinois to the waterfalls of the Finger Lakes, featuring a restful overnight stay in the historic lakeside city of Erie, Pennsylvania.

1days

3stops

1212km

Day 1: Starved Rock → Presque Isle → Watkins Glen

12h 45min · 1212km3 stops

Starved Rock

09:00 – 11:00

9h 23min · 892km

Presque Isle

12:00 – 14:00

3h 22min · 320km

Watkins Glen

15:00 – 17:00

Heads Up

1. This route involves approximately 10 hours of driving; Erie is the ideal midpoint for an overnight stay.
2. Check for seasonal trail closures at Watkins Glen, as the Gorge Trail often closes in late autumn.
3. Expect tolls along the I-80 and I-90 corridors through Indiana and Ohio.