by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 14, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
One Horse Gap Video Guide In this video, we visit the One Horse Gap area of the Shawnee National Forest. We explore One Horse Gap, Rocky Top overlook, and the Story Cemetery, where a Cherokee woman is buried. What You’ll See at One Horse Gap There is a lot to see when...
by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 12, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Camp Cadiz Road Video Guide We recently hiked a section of the Camp Cadiz Road near Camp Cadiz. We also hiked along an older historical section of the River to River Trail. We got to see quite a bit on this hike and also face quite a few challenges. What You’ll See...
by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 10, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Little Grand Canyon Video Guide We recently took a trip to Little Grand Canyon and hiked the 3.5-mile loop trail, which features amazing scenic overlooks, tall bluffs, and waterfalls. When we went, it was dry, so there were no waterfalls. However, it’s also safer when...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 31, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Indian Point Trail Video Guide Indian Point Trail is located within the Garden of the Gods Wilderness in the Shawnee National Forest near Herod, Illinois. This lollipop loop hiker-only trail will give you some of the most amazing views of the wilderness and the...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 29, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
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...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 27, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Indian Kitchen Trail Video Guide Indian Kitchen Trail is located in Lusk Creek Wilderness in the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois. This out-and-back trail features amazing bluffs, Native American history, and the scenic Lusk Creek. What You’ll See on the...
