Shawnee National Forest Blog
What Makes Turkey Hunting in Shawnee a True Public Land Adventure?
If you've spent any time around turkey hunters in Illinois, you've probably heard about Shawnee. Not in a loud, over-hyped way, more like a quiet mention from someone who has been there and keeps going back. At over 280,000 acres of public hunting land in Illinois...
Sunrise vs. Sunset Hikes at Shawnee National Forest: Which One Wins?
There's no wrong time to hike, but there are better ones. Anyone who's spent time on hiking trails in Illinois knows that the experience can vary a lot depending on the season, the weather, and even the time of day. Sunrise and sunset in a place like Shawnee National...
Which Wineries Are Part of The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail?
If you’ve never been to Southern Illinois wine country, it might surprise you. The roads get a little curvier. The hills get a little greener. And suddenly you’re pulling into a vineyard that feels like it’s been there forever, even if it’s your first visit. The...
Shawnee National Forest Lakes: Finding Your Ideal Boating Season
Let’s be honest, life is busy. Work emails, deadlines, notifications, you know the drill. Sometimes you just need to escape somewhere that feels like it has nothing to do with Wi-Fi, traffic, or your inbox. That’s when you can visit the top boating spots of Shawnee...
Camping at Pounds Hollow Recreation Area: Tips and Reservations
If you just need to get out of the house, leave the notifications behind, step out of the car, and hear nothing but the wind in the trees and the splash of water–that’s exactly what Pounds Hollow Recreation Area in southern Illinois offers. Nestled in the Shawnee...
A Simple Guide to Pomona Natural Bridge Tour
Some hikes are all about endurance. Others are about discovery. The Pomona Natural Bridge in Southern Illinois falls into that second category. It’s not long or exhausting, but it’s packed with moments that make you stop, look, and just enjoy where you are. This...
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