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Understanding "The Shawnee"

The Shawnee National Forest is a vast national forest that stretches over the entire tip of southern Illinois.  So when someone says they would like to go "to the shawnee" that is still very vague.  As you can see by this map, there are plenty of great places to explore.  We have outlined in our Welcome Packet (exclusively for guests) our top hiking and exploring spots that include the Shawnee National Forest as well as beautiful state-owned parks like Giant City Park and Ferne Clyffe State Park.  

Need more ideas?

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.  
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