Mermet Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area Guide Have you ever visited Mermet Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area in southern Illinois? It’s an amazing spot for all different kinds of recreational uses. Whether you’re a boater, kayaker, fisherman, hunter,...
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...
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...
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...
Giant City versus Ferne Clyffe: Which State Park is Better? Giant City versus Ferne Clyffe – which State Park do you think is better than the other? First, I didn’t make this article to point out what’s wrong with either park. That’s not what I do, and that’s not what...