Cache River, River and National Natural Landmark in southeastern Illinois, United States
The Cache River spans 92 miles through six counties, containing the largest network of wetlands and cypress swamps in Illinois.
Native American tribes utilized the waterway for trade routes before French voyageurs named it Cache, meaning a hidden place.
The river system supports educational programs at the Henry N. Barkhausen Wetlands Center, teaching about local ecosystems and conservation.
Visitors access multiple recreational areas for kayaking, hiking, and wildlife observation through designated trails and water routes.
The wetlands house thousand-year-old cypress trees with bases measuring over 40 feet in circumference, forming North America's northernmost cypress swamp.
GPS coordinates: 37.06690,-89.17280
Latest update: March 21, 2025 23:48
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