by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 23, 2023 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Ranbarger Hiking Trail My recent video features the Ranbarger Hiking Trail within the Shawnee National Forest. This trail is a part of the Bald Knob Wilderness. To access the Ranbarger hiking trail, start at Godwin East. Enter Bald Knob Wilderness Area on the River to...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 16, 2023 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Indian Point Trail Guide Indian Point Trail, or the Backpackers Trailhead, is a short trail within Garden of the Gods Wilderness in the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. This is a popular hiking and overnight backpacking trail used throughout the year....
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 15, 2023 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Illinois Iron Furnace Guide Illinois Iron Furnace isn’t just a nice spot for a picnic on a warm sunny day. It’s the last remaining Iron Furnace in the region. It’s a piece of southern Illinois history worth seeing for yourself. Illinois Iron Furnace is the last iron...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 14, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Giant City Red Cedar Trail Guide Giant City Red Cedar Trail is the longest hiking trail within Giant City State Park. It is commonly used by hikers, backpackers, trail runners, birders, and nature watchers. Getting to Giant City Red Cedar Trail is easy. The trail is...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 7, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Giant City Indian Creek Trail Guide Giant City Indian Creek Trail is a short but scenic hike that is often overlooked by many people enjoying a visit to Giant City State Park. Like with most things with the word “Indian” in the name, this trail has some...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 3, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Giant City Stonefort Trail Guide Giant City Stonefort Trail gives you a glimpse into a period so long ago that we know very little about its history of it. This short but potentially challenging trail features an ancient rock wall made by the very early-period of...
