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illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/devil-s-backbone

Devil's Backbone

Discover the natural beauty of Devil's Backbone in Ozark, Illinois: hiking trails, scenic views, and tranquil escapes await!

Bell Smith Springs Rd, Ozark, IL 62972
4.8 Excellent 13 reviews
illinois/shawnee-hills/landmark/bell-smith-springs-scenic-area

Bell Smith Springs Scenic Area

Explore the natural beauty of Bell Smith Springs: scenic trails, unique rock formations, and lush flora await in the heart of Shawnee National Forest.

Bell Smith Springs Rd, Ozark, IL 62972
4.8 Excellent 663 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/bell-smith-springs-natural-bridge-trailhead

Bell Smith Springs Natural Bridge Trailhead

Discover natural beauty and iconic rock formations at Bell Smith Springs, a hiking paradise in the heart of Shawnee National Forest.

Ozark, IL 62972
5 Excellent 8 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/sand-cave-underground-railroad-national-historic-site

Sand Cave - Underground Railroad National Historic Site

Explore Sand Cave in Shawnee National Forest: where natural beauty meets Underground Railroad history in a serene Illinois landscape.

Simpson, IL 62985
4.6 Excellent 67 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/jackson-falls

Jackson Falls

Explore Jackson Falls in Shawnee National Forest: Hiking, climbing, and breathtaking waterfalls await in this Illinois hidden gem.

Glen St Falls Rd, Simpson, IL 62985
4.6 Excellent 420 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/miller-grove-town-national-historic-site

Miller Grove Town National Historic Site

Discover Miller Grove: A historic African American settlement offering a glimpse into 19th-century life and the Underground Railroad in Illinois.

Simpson, IL 62985
3 Average 2 reviews
illinois/river-bend/landmark/four-points-river-to-river-trail

Four Points, River to River Trail

A key intersection on the River to River Trail, offering access to the scenic Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois.

F8RW+G6, Glendale, IL 62985
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/bay-creek-wilderness

Bay Creek Wilderness

Discover the serene beauty of Bay Creek Wilderness in Shawnee National Forest: hiking, wildlife, and natural wonders await!

Stonefort, IL 62987
5 Excellent 1 reviews
illinois/shawnee-national-forest/landmark/millstone-bluff-archaeological-area

Millstone Bluff Archaeological Area

Discover ancient Native American history at Millstone Bluff Archaeological Area in Shawnee National Forest, Illinois. Explore village ruins and scenic trails.

Simpson, IL 62985
4.6 Excellent 90 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/trigg-observation-tower

Trigg Observation Tower

Climb the historic Trigg Observation Tower for panoramic views of Shawnee National Forest and a glimpse into fire-watching history.

Trigg Tower Rd & Rushing Rd, Simpson, IL 62985
4.6 Excellent 166 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/camp-ondessonk

Camp Ondessonk

Discover outdoor adventure and spiritual growth at Camp Ondessonk, nestled in Illinois' Shawnee National Forest since 1959.

3760 Ondessonk Rd, Ozark, IL 62972
4.8 Excellent 235 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/john-dupont-house-historic-site

John Dupont House Historic Site

Explore the history and architecture of the John Dupont House, a preserved 19th-century landmark in New Burnside, Illinois.

W 5th St, New Burnside, IL 62967
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/dixon-springs-state-park

Dixon Springs State Park

Explore canyons, waterfalls, and lush forests in this historic Illinois State Park. Camping, hiking, swimming, and natural beauty await!

982 IL-146, Golconda, IL 62938
4.5 Excellent 299 reviews
illinois/grand-prairie/landmark/carrier-mills-archaeological-district

Carrier Mills Archaeological District

Journey back in time at Carrier Mills Archaeological District, exploring thousands of years of Native American history in Illinois.

Carrier Mills, IL 62917
1 Poor 1 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/herod-cave-historic-site

Herod Cave Historic Site

Explore a historical landmark where natural beauty meets local heritage in the heart of Illinois' Shawnee National Forest.

999 IL-34, Herod, IL 62947
4.4 Very Good 57 reviews
illinois/northern-illinois/landmark/golconda-historic-district

Golconda Historic District

Discover the charm of a bygone era in Golconda Historic District, where 19th-century architecture meets the tranquil beauty of the Ohio River.

310 E Main St, Golconda, IL 62938
4.5 Excellent 31 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/buel-house-state-historic-site

Buel House State Historic Site

Step back in time at the Buel House State Historic Site in Golconda, Illinois, and discover the stories of the past.

Columbus Ave, Golconda, IL 62938
3.6 Good 17 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/tunnel-hill-state-trail

Tunnel Hill State Trail

Explore Southern Illinois' scenic Tunnel Hill State Trail: a 45-mile journey through history, nature, and charming communities.

302 E Vine St, Vienna, IL 62995
4.8 Excellent 131 reviews
kansas/cherokee-lowlands/landmark/berry-s-ferry-john-berry-homesite-on-trail-of-tears

Berry's Ferry John Berry Homesite on Trail of Tears

Explore Berry's Ferry in Smithland, KY, a significant historical site on the Trail of Tears that honors the Cherokee Nation's enduring spirit and legacy.

Upper River Rd, Smithland, KY 42081
4.6 Excellent 22 reviews
illinois/northeastern-illinois/landmark/saline-county-area-museum-saline-creek-pioneer-village-and-museum

Saline County Area Museum (Saline Creek Pioneer Village and Museum)

Discover 19th-century life at Saline County Area Museum in Harrisburg, IL. Explore historical buildings and artifacts in a recreated pioneer village.

1600 S Feazel St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
4.3 Very Good 74 reviews
illinois/southern-illinois/landmark/shady-rest-historic-site

Shady Rest Historic Site

Explore the intriguing history of Shady Rest Historic Site in Pittsburg, IL, once the infamous haunt of gangster Charlie Birger.

Pittsburg, IL 62974
4.1 Very Good 8 reviews
illinois/little-egypt/landmark/little-egypt-off-road-motorcycle-club

Little Egypt Off Road Motorcycle Club

Explore 900 acres of off-road trails at Little Egypt Motorcycle Club near Marion, Illinois; perfect for dirt bikes, ATVs, and side-by-sides.

20439 Ranch Ln, Marion, IL 62959
4.6 Excellent 105 reviews
illinois/giant-city-state-park/landmark/garden-of-the-gods

Garden of the Gods

Explore dramatic rock formations and panoramic views at Illinois's Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest. A natural wonder!

Herod, IL 62947
4.9 Excellent 4,357 reviews
illinois/illinois-ozarks/landmark/indian-point-trailhead

Indian Point Trailhead

Discover scenic overlooks and caves on this popular hiking trail in Shawnee National Forest's Garden of the Gods Wilderness near Herod, Illinois.

Indian Point Loop, Herod, IL 62947
4.8 Excellent 27 reviews
illinois/little-egypt/landmark/dam-near-lake-of-egypt-cabins-by-sivr

Dam Near Lake of Egypt Cabins by SIVR

Modern micro-cabins near Lake of Egypt & Shawnee National Forest. Perfect for outdoor adventures, wine trails, and relaxing getaways in Southern Illinois.

2291 Market Rd, Marion, IL 62959
4.9 Excellent 119 reviews
illinois/garden-of-the-gods/landmark/garden-of-the-gods-outpost

Garden of the Gods Outpost

Discover the breathtaking beauty and adventure of Garden of the Gods Outpost, a perfect blend of nature, dining, and shopping in Illinois.

281 Karbers Ridge Rd, Karbers Ridge, IL 62955
4.7 Excellent 776 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/fern-cliff-state-park

Fern cliff state park

Explore the natural beauty of Southern Illinois at Ferne Clyffe State Park: hiking, waterfalls, rock formations, and outdoor adventures await!

Goreville, IL 62939
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/ferne-clyffe-lake

Ferne Clyffe Lake

Discover a peaceful escape at Ferne Clyffe Lake, surrounded by scenic trails and lush forests in the heart of Southern Illinois.

Illinois 62939
4.8 Excellent 16 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/round-bluff-nature-preserve

Round Bluff Nature Preserve

Explore a unique sandstone bluff and rare plant life at Round Bluff Nature Preserve, a hidden gem within Ferne Clyffe State Park.

Goreville, IL 62939
4.9 Excellent 12 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/ferne-clyffe-state-park-campsite-loop

Ferne Clyffe State Park Campsite Loop

Escape to Ferne Clyffe State Park: Camping, hiking, and natural beauty in the heart of Illinois' Shawnee Hills. Discover waterfalls, bluffs, and serene trails.

Goreville, IL 62939
4.6 Excellent 48 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/ferne-clyffe-waterfall-trail

Ferne Clyffe Waterfall Trail

Hike to a scenic waterfall surrounded by stunning rock formations and lush forests in Southern Illinois' Ferne Clyffe State Park.

Regent Ln, Goreville, IL 62939
4.8 Excellent 442 reviews
illinois/giant-city-state-park/landmark/ferne-clyffe-state-park

Ferne Clyffe State Park

Explore towering bluffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush trails at Ferne Clyffe State Park, a natural gem in Southern Illinois near Goreville.

90 Goreville Rd, Goreville, IL 62939
4.8 Excellent 1,726 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/turkey-ridge-campground-ferne-clyffe

Turkey Ridge Campground - Ferne Clyffe

Escape to the peaceful Turkey Ridge Campground in Ferne Clyffe State Park for a serene, nature-filled camping experience in Southern Illinois.

Goreville, IL 62939
5 Excellent 7 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/ferne-clyffe-state-park-horse-camp

Ferne Clyffe State Park Horse Camp

Explore the scenic trails of Ferne Clyffe State Park on horseback at this well-equipped equestrian campground in Southern Illinois.

Unnamed Road, Goreville, IL 62939
5 Excellent 1 reviews
illinois/northern-illinois/landmark/illinois-iron-furnace-national-historic-site

Illinois Iron Furnace (National Historic Site)

Explore the historical significance of the Illinois Iron Furnace, a national treasure showcasing America's industrial heritage amidst stunning natural beauty.

Route 146 &, 34, Elizabethtown, IL 62931
4.6 Excellent 309 reviews
illinois/shawnee-hills/landmark/high-knob-lookout

High Knob Lookout

Discover panoramic views and historical echoes at High Knob Lookout in the heart of Shawnee National Forest.

Junction, IL 62954
4.7 Excellent 118 reviews
illinois/ferne-clyffe-state-park/landmark/bork-falls

Bork Falls

Discover the serene beauty of Bork Falls, a year-round waterfall and swimming hole hidden within Illinois' Shawnee National Forest.

Regent Ln, Goreville, IL 62939
4.6 Excellent 75 reviews
illinois/little-egypt/landmark/southeastern-illinois-college

Southeastern Illinois College

Southeastern Illinois College: Education, arts, and athletics converge in the heart of Little Egypt, offering diverse opportunities for students and the community.

3575 College Rd, Harrisburg, IL 62946
4.8 Excellent 43 reviews

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