Shawnee Forest Cabins

Boasting over 700 positive reviews across platforms like Google, TripAdvisor, Yelp, and Facebook, Shawnee Forest Cabins stands out as the most sought-after cabins in Southern Illinois. Positioned as the closest cabins to the renowned Garden of the Gods, it offers the ideal retreat. Whether you seek a romantic getaway or a cozy family haven after exploring nature, Shawnee Forest Cabins provides hot tubs in all cabins, high-speed WiFi, Direct TV, and even a Tesla/EV charger. Choose from their famous Treehouse cabin with a suspension bridge leading to a private hot tub among the trees, or opt for one or two-bedroom cabins. Come experience why the majority of guests consistently rate these cabins 5/5 stars, solidifying their status as the most reviewed cabins in Shawnee National Forest.

Phone: (618) 751-9926

• Garden of the Gods (hiking – 2 miles)
• Cave in Rock (hiking – 15 miles)
• Golconda Marina (fishing and boating – 19 miles)
• Hog Hollow Winery (Wineries and Vineyards – 25 miles)
• Walmart – Harrisburg, IL (shopping – 18 miles)

Experience tranquility at Woodland Cabins, the foremost retreat destination in Southern Illinois, conveniently located just 5 miles SW of Carbondale. Tucked away on 44 acres along the picturesque Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our four cabins, each featuring a private hot tub, provide a romantic escape on the fringes of the Shawnee National Forest. In the past nine years, cabin near Shawnee National Forest has earned prestigious accolades, such as the Traveler’s Choice Award, Certificate of Excellence, and The Best Log Cabin Retreat award from TripAdvisor.

Phone: (618)534-3545

• Shawnee Hills Wine Trail (wineries and vineyards – 10 miles)
• Giant City State Park (hiking – 6 miles)
• Carbondale Main Street  (shopping and restaurants – 7 miles)
• Southern Illinois University (SIU) Campus:  (University – 7 miles)
• Little Grassy Lake (fishing and boating – 8 miles)

Phone: (618) 308-2146

• Cave in Rock (hiking – 6 miles)
• Garden of the Gods (hiking – 18 miles)
• Golconda Marina (fishing and boating – 21 miles)
• Hog Hollow Winery (wineries and vineyards – 33 miles)
• Walmart – Harrisburg, IL (shopping – 34 miles)

Phone: (618) 713-3504

• Cave in Rock (hiking – 18 miles)
• Garden of the Gods (hiking – 8 miles)
• Golconda Marina (fishing and boating – 20 miles)
• Hog Hollow Winery (wineries and vineyards – 33 miles)
• Walmart – Harrisburg, IL (shopping – 21 miles)

Phone: (618) 893-1483

• Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 7 miles)
• Little Grand Canyon (hiking – 9 miles)
• Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 10 miles)
• Inheritance Valley Vineyards (wineries and vineyards – 1 mile)
• Walmart – Anna, IL (shopping – 7 miles)

Phone: (618) 549-1717

• Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 9 miles)
• Little Grand Canyon (hiking – 11 miles)
• Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 6 miles)
• Kite Hill Vineyards (wineries and vineyards – 6 miles)
• Walmart – Carbondale, IL (shopping – 1 miles)

Phone: (618) 995-2896

• Ferne Clyffe (Waterfall Hike – 8 miles)
• Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 13 miles)
• Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 5 miles)
• Orlandini Vineyard (wineries and vineyards – less than a mile)
• Walmart – Anna, IL (shopping – 9 miles)