Stark County

Stark County, Illinois is comprised of four municipalities: Bradford, LaFayette, Toulon and Wyoming. Together, with the smaller communities of West Jersey, Castleton, Elmira, Stark, Speer and Osceola, we offer a wide range of services and attractions.

We welcome visitors to our events, celebrations, shops and restaurants anytime! So come feel the warmth and hospitality that only a small county can provide. We encourage you to continue surfing through our website. Find an event that interests you and reserve a room at one of our Bed and Breakfasts!

Stark County, Illinois is located 30 minutes north of Peoria on Rt. 40 (formerly Rt. 88); southeast of the Quad Cities on Rt. 78; southwest of Chicago just south of Interstate 80; Northeast of Galesburg along Rt. 78; and south of Kewanee on Rt. 93. Our county is centrally located for easy access from any direction.