by Hiking With Shawn | Jan 31, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Giant City Nature Trail Guide Giant City Nature Trail is one of the most popular trails in Giant City State Park. The Nature Trail is an easy loop hike appropriate for hikers of all ages and difficulties. There is a lot to see along the Giant City Nature Trail that...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jan 28, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Giant City Trillium Trail Guide Giant City Trillium Trail is a popular trail located near Makanda in Southern Illinois. Trillium Trail is a part of Giant City State Park. The trail is also known as Fern Rocks Nature Preserve. As a designated nature preserve, it is...
by Hiking With Shawn | Dec 1, 2022 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Illinois Campground Review: Trail of Tears State Forest Campground Jonesboro, Illinois Trail of Tears State Forest Campground is located in Jonesboro, Union County, in the southern Illinois region. Class C (tent with vehicle access) and Class D (tent with backpacker...
by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 10, 2022 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Fort Massac State Park Guide Fort Massac State Park was the first state park in Illinois. This Illinois State Park offers many activities, including historical reference, cycling, hiking, disk golf, boating, and more. There is even a substantial world-famous...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 20, 2022 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Dixon Springs State Park Visitor Guide Dixon Springs State Park is an amazing Illinois State Park. If you’ve never been, you’re missing out. Save this guide for a future visit! If you’ve been and had issues finding things in the park – you’ll appreciate this free...
by Hiking With Shawn | Sep 22, 2022 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Tunnel Hill State Trail Guide Tunnel Hill State Trail is a 50+ mile rail trail in Southern Illinois. The trail was once a bustling railroad line during the 1800s into the 1900s, back when there was a coal mining boom in the region. The railway transported coal and...
