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Bell Smith Springs Natural Bridge TrailThis leisurely hike through Bell Smith Springs takes you to the largest natural bridge in the state.
Hiking, Illinois State
Explore Hiking in Illinois State with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Hiking Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Hiking guide to compare the stops that belong together in Illinois State, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Bluff TrailThis 2-mile loop through the heart of Matthiessen State Park is a moderate but fun trek with tons of exciting natural sights along the way.
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Castle Rock State Park LookoutThere may be plenty of beautiful spots to visit in this state park, however, the views from this scenic lookout are second to none.
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Cedar Lake TrailThis 14-mile network of trails has four individual routes each bringing you to the shores where you can soak in the views of this sparkling 1,750-acre reservoir.
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Ferne Clyffe Waterfall TrailThere are plenty of beautiful hikes in the Shawnee Forest, but this trail is considered to be one of the most scenics.
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Forest Glen River Ridge TrailIdeal for both day trips and overnight hikes, this 11-mile trail is suitable for all different levels of hikers.
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Garden of the GodsThis short but challenging hike through the Shawnee National Forest gives you front-row seats to one of the coolest geological structures in Southern Illinois.
