by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 30, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 Great Spots for Backpacking in Southern Illinois You should try backpacking in Southern Illinois and the Shawnee National Forest. The Shawnee National Forest and our local state parks offer great backpacking trails. You can do a simple overnight hike or a...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 8, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 Trails to See Fall Colors in Southern Illinois We’re getting close to seeing more fall colors in Southern Illinois. Southern Illinois is home to numerous great areas to see fall colors. Some places are easy to get to, while others demand a challenge but offer a...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 1, 2025 | Hiking Tips
Southern Illinois Trail Running Guide You should get into Southern Illinois trail running! Southern Illinois is a hidden gem for trail runners. There are plenty of great trails here, whether you’re just starting out or looking for a challenge. Many people run these...
by Hiking With Shawn | Sep 10, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 of My Favorite Waterfalls in Southern Illinois for 2025 Everyone is always asking me about my favorite waterfalls in Southern Illinois! I figured it’s time to list them, at the very least, in a top 10. I chose a top 10 because they’re all my favorites, but that’s...
by Hiking With Shawn | Aug 13, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 Easy Summer Hiking Trails in Southern Illinois Are you looking for easy summer hiking trails in Southern Illinois? Many people decide not to hike in the summer because they imagine all the trails are in bad shape and covered in biting bugs. As a result, they miss...
