by Hiking With Shawn | Jun 5, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Overnight Staysaround theShawnee National Forest When visiting the Shawnee National Forest, if you’re not a local, you might be wondering about the different solutions for overnight stays. I wanted to write an article that I can personally validate when it comes to...
by Hiking With Shawn | May 24, 2019 | Hiking Gear
Summer Hiking Tipsfor theShawnee National Forest Below is some summer hiking tips meant to help you have a more positive experience while hiking the Shawnee National Forest during the summer months. I’ve heard numerous folks say they don’t hike the Shawnee National...
by Hiking With Shawn | May 1, 2019 | Hiking Trails
4 Longer Southern Illinois Trailsin or around theShawnee National Forest There are many longer Southern Illinois trails in and around the Shawnee National Forest that caters to outdoor adventurers looking for something different. We will be taking a look at 4 of these...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 24, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Hiking Millstone Bluff in the Shawnee National Forest Millstone Bluff is a Day-Use only site meaning that it is only open from dawn until dusk. No camping is allowed in this area. Millstone Bluff, located in the southern Illinois Shawnee National Forest is an...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 11, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Hiking Little Grand Canyon in the Shawnee National Forest Little Grand Canyon is a popular destination in the Shawnee National Forest where thousands of visitors hike on an annual basis during all seasons. Little Grand Canyon is a great hiking spot in southern...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 5, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Walking LaRue Pine Hills Snake Road How to safely enjoy a walk on a road closed off for snake migration LaRue Pine Hills Snake Road is Forest Service Road #345 located within the Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District of the US Forest Service managed Shawnee...
by Hiking With Shawn | Mar 28, 2019 | Hiking with Shawn News
Hiking with Shawn Updates, Changes and New Strategies 2019 – Volume 1 Greetings Hiking with Shawn Fans,In an effort to be transparent, I will be issuing Public Service Announcements on updates, changes and strategy additions for Hiking with Shawn. This is volume...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 20, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Ferne Clyffe State Park A view into Southern Illinois State Parks Ferne Clyffe State Park, located near Goreville, Illinois minutes away from the Interstate 24 exit at Goreville/Tunnel Hill offers a unique experience for the outdoor enthusiasts in everyone....
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 2, 2019 | Hiking Trails
Giant City State Park A view into Southern Illinois State Parks Giant City State Park, located in Makanda, Illinois minutes away from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale offers outdoor enthusiasts a glimpse into a time before technology and modern...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jan 23, 2019 | Hiking Trails
5 Kid Friendly Shawnee National Forest Day Hiking Trails Giant City Nature Trail © Hiking with Shawn, LLC Kid Friendly Shawnee National Forest Day Hiking Trails exist within the forest. The Shawnee National Forest is a great forest for people of all ages and hiking...
