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Is the Shawnee National Forest Worth Visiting for Outdoor Adventuring?
Is the Shawnee National Forest Worth Visiting for Outdoor Adventuring?Are you asking the question - is the Shawnee National Forest worth visiting? I can tell you that the Shawnee National Forest is worth visiting. And I can share with you the many reasons why you’d...
Rim Rock National Recreation Trail – Shawnee National Forest – Trail Guide
Rim Rock National Recreation Trail Shawnee National Forest Trail GuideRim Rock National Recreation Trail is a premier recreation area in the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. Rim Rock offers multiple hiking opportunities, historical sightseeing, nature...
One Horse Gap Hiking Guide – Shawnee National Forest
One Horse Gap Hiking Guide for the Shawnee National ForestOne Horse Gap is a beautiful area located in the Shawnee National Forest. There are ample hiking opportunities available at this location. Other great activities in this area include fishing, paddling,...
10 Shawnee National Forest Equestrian Friendly Trailheads to Visit
10 Shawnee National Forest Equestrian Friendly Trailheads to VisitAre you looking for Shawnee National Forest Equestrian Friendly Trailheads to visit for riding on the trails? Luckily for you, quite a few trailheads are made for equestrian/hiker shared use. But there...
15 Shawnee National Forest Best Views that are a Must See!
15 Shawnee National Forest Best Views that are a Must See!There are Shawnee National Forest best views worth checking out. Many of these views are so awesome that you want to see them again and again. And these views should be seen multiple times a year because each...
15 Shawnee National Forest Safety Tips for Summer Hiking in 2022
15 Shawnee National Forest Safety Tips for Summer Hiking in 2022Below are some Shawnee National Forest safety tips that could save your life. Safety in the Shawnee National Forest is critical, especially during summer when more hazards are present. The Shawnee is a...
Hiking with Shawn Trail Guides
Free and detailed trail guides for navigating the Shawnee National Forest, State Parks, and Beyond!
Pomona Natural Bridge Guide – Shawnee National Forest
Pomona Natural Bridge Guide Shawnee National ForestPomona Natural Bridge is a popular natural bluff feature located near Pomona, Illinois, in the Shawnee National Forest, Mississippi Bluff Ranger District. Pomona Natural Bridge is a moderately difficult loop trail...
Cove Hollow Trail – Cedar Lake – Shawnee National Forest
Cove Hollow Trail Cedar Lake Shawnee National Forest Trail GuideCove Hollow Loop is a trail system located in the Shawnee National Forest near Pomona within the Cedar Lake area. This lollipop loop uses a combination of Cove Hollow and Wolfden Hollow trails. The total...
Shawnee National Forest Bear Branch Trail Guide
Shawnee National Forest Bear Branch Trail GuideShawnee National Forest Bear Branch Trail is a loop trail located in Pope County, Illinois. This trail consists of a 4.5-mile complete loop trail system shared by hikers and horseback riders. This trail has minimal...
Shawnee National Forest Iron Mountain Hiking Guide
Shawnee National Forest Iron Mountain Hiking GuideHave you ever been to Shawnee National Forest Iron Mountain? No, I don’t mean Iron Furnace, either. Shawnee National Forest Iron Mountain is located between Anna-Jonesboro and Alto Pass here in southern Illinois. This...
Millstone Lake Guide – Shawnee National Forest
Millstone Lake Guide Shawnee National Forest From the Hiking with Shawn Trail Guide SeriesMillstone Lake is a lake located in rural Pope County near the Village of Simpson, Illinois. The lake is about .2-square miles. Millstone Lake is open all year long, but visitors...
Hotel California Trail Guide – Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
Hotel California Trail Guide Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area Hotel California Trail consists of old logging roads that lead to a former homesite structure that is now infamously used as a hangout spot for party goers and people who use spray paint for...
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Hiking with Shawn Blog Posts
My latest posts about the Shawnee National Forest, state parks, and beyond!
10 Shawnee National Forest Campgrounds for Every Visitor
10 Shawnee National Forest Campgrounds for Every VisitorShawnee National Forest campgrounds are scattered all across the National Forest. Whether you need an electrical hookup, a tent site, or want to get away from the crowds, a campground is suitable for you. And the...
100 Things To Do in the Shawnee National Forest!
100 Things To Do in the Shawnee National Forest!Shawnee National Forest has so many things to do! The Shawnee isn’t the largest National Forest out there. It isn’t even the second largest or the third. With under 300,000 total acres of National Forest, you might think...
Shawnee National Forest Snakes: Should you be concerned?
Shawnee National Forest Snakes: Should you be concerned?Shawnee National Forest snakes have been a big topic lately on social media! I’m sure I have helped make it a topic, too. I post photos and videos of snakes I encounter on my hiking and biking adventures around...
Little Grand Canyon Trail Guide – Shawnee National Forest
Little Grand Canyon Trail Guide Shawnee National ForestLittle Grand Canyon is a popular day hiking loop trail located on the western side of the Shawnee National Forest near Carbondale, Illinois. This is a full loop hike of about 3.5-miles total. The best way to hike...
10 Shawnee National Forest Horse Campgrounds to Stay at in 2022
10 Shawnee National Forest Horse Campgrounds to Stay at in 2022Are you looking for great Shawnee National Forest horse campgrounds to stay at this year? Do you want to find campgrounds with unique features and close to excellent trails to ride? This article will point...
27 Hiking Tips for Beginner Hikers
27 Hiking Tips for Beginner HikersHere are 27 essential hiking tips aimed at beginner hikers. If you’re new to hiking and want to make the best out of a hiking experience, this article is definitely for you. I’ve been hiking most of my life, but I got into serious...
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PATREON EXCLUSIVE: 5 Less Populated Areas of the Shawnee for Viewing Fall Colors
PATREON EXCLUSIVE: 5 Less Populated Areas of the Shawnee for Viewing Fall Colors This article is a Patreon Exclusive meaning it was created exclusively for Patreon members of Hiking with Shawn and will not be released to the public outside of Patreon subscribers. The...
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