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Check out the latest blog posts from Hiking with Shawn. Be sure to head over to my main blog for access to all my posts.

A Guide to Summer Hiking in the Shawnee National Forest

A Guide to Summer Hiking in the Shawnee National Forest

A Guide to Summer Hiking in the Shawnee National ForestSummer hiking in the Shawnee National Forest makes for some of the best hiking of the year. Just because it’s hot and humid doesn’t mean you should lock yourself up inside and become a recluse until winter...

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)I’m reviewing the Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote hiking shoe for those who may be looking for a new hiking or trail running shoe. Although it’s advertised as a hiking shoe, I also use it for trail running....

Big Rocky Hollow Trail Guide

Big Rocky Hollow Trail Guide

Big Rocky Hollow Trail GuideThe Big Rocky Hollow Trail is also considered the “main waterfall” trail at Ferne Clyffe State Park near Goreville, Illinois. This is an easy trail located within the state park that features multiple waterfalls, bluffs, additional hiking...

Latest Local Hiking Trail Guides

Check out the hiking, cycling, and kayaking Trail Guides by Hiking with Shawn. Visit my Main Trail Guides page to see all the guides.

Big Rocky Hollow Trail Guide

Big Rocky Hollow Trail Guide

Big Rocky Hollow Trail GuideThe Big Rocky Hollow Trail is also considered the “main waterfall” trail at Ferne Clyffe State Park near Goreville, Illinois. This is an easy trail located within the state park that features multiple waterfalls, bluffs, additional hiking...

Honker Lake Loop Trail Guide

Honker Lake Loop Trail Guide

Honker Lake Loop Trail GuideHonker Lake Loop Trail is a 5-mile loop hiking trail located within the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area in Kentucky. This loop hiking trail is available on the All Trails app. (Affiliate Link) This easy-to-moderately...

A Guide to Hutchins Creek in the Shawnee National Forest

A Guide to Hutchins Creek in the Shawnee National Forest

A Guide to Hutchins Creek in the Shawnee National ForestHave you ever been to Hutchins Creek in the Shawnee National Forest? Hutchins Creek is located near Alto Pass in Union County, Illinois. The creek is known as the landmark which separates the two wilderness areas...

Latest Gear Reviews by Hiking with Shawn

Check out the latest hiking, cycling, and kayaking gear reviews by Hiking with Shawn. Visit my Main Gear Reviews page to see all my reviews.

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)

Ultimate Review: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote (Men’s Hiking Shoe)I’m reviewing the Merrell Moab Speed 2 Coyote hiking shoe for those who may be looking for a new hiking or trail running shoe. Although it’s advertised as a hiking shoe, I also use it for trail running....

Men’s Merrell Crosslander 3 Low Hiking Boots Review

Men’s Merrell Crosslander 3 Low Hiking Boots Review

Men's Merrell Crosslander 3 Low Hiking Boots ReviewThis is my review of the Men's Merrell Crosslander 3 Low Hiking Boots! These versatile shoes, marketed as low hiking boots but more akin to hiking shoes, have been my trusted companions for a few months now. I'm...

Impetro Gear Backpack: A Comprehensive Review

Impetro Gear Backpack: A Comprehensive Review

Impetro Gear Backpack: A Comprehensive ReviewThis is a review of the Impetro Gear Backpack. Just for full transparency, I use affiliate links in this review. That means I earn a commission for every sale made, but it doesn't impact your price. You can search for the...

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