Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure Video
In this video, we hike to Pea Gravel Overlook in the Shawnee National Forest for a backpacking trip. We camp, cook, and enjoy the beautiful scenery the Shawnee National Forest has to offer.
What You’ll See IN THIS VIDEO
This is what you can expect to see in this video:
- A fun hammock camping adventure in the Shawnee National Forest
- A beautiful sunset over the rolling hills of the Shawnee
- Bluffage and beautiful overlooks around the Pea Gravel Overlook area
Quick Facts About PEA GRAVEL OVERLOOK
- Trail Name: Pea Gravel Overlook from Golden Circle Trailhead
- Distance: 2.5 miles
- Time: 1-1.5 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate, point to point
- Parking: Google Maps Link
Pro Tip for Hiking at PEA GRAVEL OVERLOOK
This area is frequented by horseback riders. If you encounter them, yield and talk to the rider so that the horse knows you’re not a threat. The Pea Gravel trails don’t seem to be on many of the apps and maps but the coordinates to the overlooks are: 37°35’54.3″N 88°21’16.2″W
Related Guides for Pea Gravel Overlook
Garden of the Gods Area Guide by Hiking with Shawn
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Shawn Gossman
Founder, Hiking with Shawn
Howdy folks! My name is Shawn Gossman and I founded Hiking with Shawn. I’m an avid hiker, cyclist and outdoorsman here in the Shawnee National Forest. I was born and raised in Southern Illinois and never want to leave. Click here to learn more about Shawn Gossman
