by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 5, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 Outdoor Activities to do in the Shawnee National Forest There are many different types of outdoor activities to do in the Shawnee National Forest. Most of these outdoor activities are free, too. You just need to show up with your gear or the required method and...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jan 29, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Hiking to the Bottom of Owl Bluff in Lusk Creek Wilderness We recently hiked to the bottom of Owl Bluff in the Lusk Creek Wilderness of the Shawnee National Forest. Even though it was during leaf-off, this wasn’t an easy hike. We had to hike a few miles of the trail...
by Hiking With Shawn | Dec 25, 2024 | Hiking Tips
Dispersed Camping in the Shawnee National Forest: What You Need to Know Before You Go Dispersed camping in the Shawnee National Forest offers a unique escape, but without the right preparation, it can quickly turn from a dream into a challenge. The lack of amenities...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jul 17, 2024 | Hiking Tips
Jackson Falls Recreation Area The US Forest Service has created a Jackson Falls Recreation Area StoryMap for the public to read and comment on. The StoryMap outlines a potential effort to make Jackson Falls a better place for visitors. For many years, it’s been...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jul 10, 2024 | Hiking Tips
10 Great Things About the Shawnee National Forest In appreciation of National Forest Week, I’d love to share 10 great things about the Shawnee National Forest that I think will make you love it even more. The Shawnee National Forest is tiny compared to...
