Wolfden Hollow Trail Video Guide
Wolfden Hollow Trail is located within the Cedar Lake trail system in the Shawnee National Forest near Carbondale, Illinois. This lollipop loop trail offers many sights, including access to nearby Cedar Lake.
What You’ll See on the Wolfden Hollow Trail Video Guide
This is what you can expect to see on the Wolfden Hollow Trail Video Guide.
- Scenic bluffs, natural shelters, and rock formations.
- Views of Cedar Lake and access to lake points.
- A diversity of different trees and forest types.
Quick Facts About Wolfden Hollow Trail
- Trail Name: Wolfden Hollow Trail
- Distance: 4.3 miles
- Time: 3 hours
- Difficulty: Moderately Rugged
- Parking: Google Maps Link
- Map/App: AllTrails
Pro Tip for Hiking at Wolfden Hollow Trail
During the summer months, portions of this trail will be overgrown with undergrowth. Visiting during leaf off (not during shotgun season) will provide a better hiking experience, as you will be able to see more clearly and enjoy a clearer trail.
Related Guides for the Wolfden Hollow Trail
- Cove Hollow Trail (nearby) by Hiking with Shawn
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Shawn Gossman
Founder, Hiking with Shawn
Howdy folks! My name is Shawn Gossman and I founded Hiking with Shawn. I’m an avid hiker, cyclist and outdoorsman here in the Shawnee National Forest. I was born and raised in Southern Illinois and never want to leave. Click here to learn more about Shawn Gossman
