by Hiking With Shawn | Jul 23, 2025 | Hiking Tips
How to Start Trail Running in the Shawnee National Forest I recently wrote an article on another blog about why cycling is better than running, but little did I know that a few months later, I would be trail running. I signed up for a half-marathon trail run. I wasn’t...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jun 25, 2025 | Hiking Tips
A Guide to Summer Hiking in the Shawnee National Forest Summer 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...
by Hiking With Shawn | May 14, 2025 | Hiking Tips
Shawnee National Forest for Beginners This is your ultimate Shawnee National Forest for beginners guide. The near 300,000-acre Shawnee National Forest spans across most of the southern portion of Illinois. The forest, while large, is perfect for beginners because of...
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 30, 2025 | Hiking Tips
What You Need to Know Before You Hike the Shawnee National Forest There are some things you need to know before you hike the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois. The Shawnee National Forest is like any other National Forest in the United States of America....
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 9, 2025 | Hiking Tips
10 Ultralight Hiking Essentials Guide Start carrying the 10 ultralight hiking essentials if you want to be prepared but still remain ultralight while on the hiking trail. Most of the time, carrying the essentials recommended for hiking means more weight on your back....
by Hiking With Shawn | Apr 2, 2025 | Hiking Tips
5 Routes for Scenic Driving in the Shawnee National Forest There are many great opportunities for scenic driving in the Shawnee National Forest. Whether you’re in your family sedan or a 4×4 jeep, there are many different routes with many different features....
