Shawnee National Forest, National forest in southern Illinois, United States.
The Shawnee National Forest extends between the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, encompassing hills, lakes, streams, and natural stone formations across 107,628 hectares.
The United States Forest Service established Shawnee National Forest in 1939 as part of a nationwide conservation initiative to protect natural resources.
The Garden of the Gods observation trail leads visitors through ancient rock formations, including Camel Rock, reflecting millions of years of geological processes.
The forest administration office in Harrisburg provides information about camping permits, hiking trails, and seasonal hunting regulations throughout the protected areas.
The forest contains seven designated wilderness zones where native flora and fauna develop without human interference between the Mississippi and Ohio rivers.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1939
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee
Operator: United States Forest Service
Website: https://fs.usda.gov/shawnee
GPS coordinates: 37.50000,-88.66670
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:55
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