by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 24, 2023 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Eagle Falls Waterfall Hiking Guide Have you ever heard of the Eagle Falls Waterfall? This amazing waterfall is attached to an old trail in the Bell Smith Springs area that is no longer being maintained, likely due to budget cuts. Access to this waterfall is rugged,...
by Hiking With Shawn | Mar 15, 2023 | Illinois State Parks, Trail Guides
Bork Falls to Cedar Bluff Hiking Guide Have you ever hiked Bork Falls to Cedar Bluff (or reverse)? If you haven’t yet, and you’re looking for a nice long out-and-back hike, this would be an excellent hiking trip for you to enjoy. This hike is around 10 miles out and...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 5, 2022 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
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 | Dec 28, 2021 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
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...
by Hiking With Shawn | Sep 4, 2021 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Hiking with Shawn’s Ultimate Trail Guide Series: LaRue Pine Hills LaRue Pine Hills is one of my favorite areas to visit throughout all the seasons of the year but especially during the spring and during the fall. LaRue Pine Hills is home to the world-famous Forest...
