WINTER IS A GREAT TIME TO ENJOY THE SLOWER, QUIETER SIDE OF SHAWNEE FOREST COUNTRY. THE COOLER TEMPERATURES
Roam for Gnomes on a Winter Adventure at Giant City State Park, Makanda IL. Tucked in the stunning
The coffee trail is back by popular demand, and the trail runs even longer, starting in August and
The Makanda area offers a variety of unique lodgingoptions, a small sampling includes cabins in Giant City State
Looking for a girls getaway? Or maybe a romantic escape? Come for the wine, and stay for the
Planning a getaway along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, or the breathtaking trails of the Shawnee National Forest,
Hike, bike and like the views along 50 miles of the Tunnel Hill Trail through Shawnee Forest Country.
The heat of the summer brings peach time to Southernmost Illinois. Peaches provide a bounty of sweetness all
Hike more, worry less! Get the family back outside and take time to reconnect with nature and one
Cedar Lake has always welcomed visitors to fish and boat within the 1,750-acre reservoir and swim off of
After heavy rains, Shawnee Forest Country transforms. Creeks begin to swell, and waterfalls, some gentle and subtle, others
Enjoying the fresh air while hiking the forest in search of the perfect Christmas tree, can be a
Set up camp in the middle of Shawnee Forest County. We have several options for you. Big rig
Enjoy exploring the village of Alto Pass, surrounded by rolling hills and the breathtaking scenery of the Shawnee
With its breathtaking natural beauty and unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation, a trip to the Shawnee National Forest
Murphysboro is Illinois’ BBQ capital, and BBQ aficionados have long known the trip to Murphysboro, is more than
The days are growing longer, and the birds are starting to sing again, that means spring is on
School days, school days, Dear old golden rule days.‘Readin’ and ‘ritin’ and ‘rithmetic………… Your school days can last a little
