The Shawnee National Forest Outdoor Guide & Wineries

We have worked hard bringing you our personal recommendations from across southern Illinois. This map highlights all of Shawnee National Forest best spots and hidden gems.
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​We have put together the most extensive directory including all of the great things to see and do on your visit.  The first portion consists of all the things necessary for a great experience at the cabins including how to check-out and what to expect in southern Illinois (it is very rural and spread out- even the "wine trail" covers over 100 miles of roadway!)

This guide also includes maps and suggested pairings such as Tunnel Hill Bike Trail and Cache River Basin Winery or lunch at Windeuex in Belknap, IL

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Top 10 Outdoor Recommendations in Southern Illinois

1. Shawnee Canopy Tour (zip lining)
2. Waterfall chasing
3. Bike Tunnel Hill
4. Boating on Lake of Egypt
5. Kayak the Cache River
6. Swim at Burden Falls
7. Swim at Lake Glendale
8. Garden of the Gods
9. Visit the confluence (meeting of Mississippi and Ohio rivers) in Cairo
10. Horseback Riding at Giant City Stables 

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SouthernMostIllinois.com
Tourism information for the 9 surrounding counties that claim the bulk of the Shawnee National Forest.  Jackson, Union, Johnson, Pulaski, Alexander, Massac, Pope, Hardin and Saline.

VisitSI.com
Website featuring Williamson County and 50 mile radius.