by Hiking With Shawn | Jun 16, 2022 | Outdoor Fun
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...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 5, 2022 | Hidden Springs Ranger District, Trail Guide Series
Shawnee National Forest Bear Branch Trail Guide Shawnee 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...
by Hiking With Shawn | Mar 17, 2022 | Southern Illinois Cycling
10 Shawnee National Forest Bike Trails & Routes for All Types of Cyclists Shawnee National Forest bike trails are some of the best trails in the Midwest according to local and travelers who ride in the area. It is a common misconception that cycling isn’t allowed...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 9, 2022 | Hiking with Shawn
Graffiti in the Shawnee National Forest is not a New Trend! Disclaimer: This in an opinion piece that others may agree with. I respect your opinion the same even if I may not agree with it. I am writing this article in response to suggestive statements and...
by Hiking With Shawn | Dec 28, 2021 | Hidden Springs Ranger District, Trail Guide Series
Millstone Lake Guide Shawnee National Forest From the Hiking with Shawn Trail Guide Series Millstone 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...
