Just north of here is a small reservoir along the River to River Trail. If you're thru-hiking it can be a nice place to camp, although there are no designated campsites or amenities — you're on your own for choosing an appropriate backcountry camping area. Beware of unstable rocks and ground near the dam's outflow.

If you want to get closer to the lake, hike west until you strike the old, rough road that will take you right to its shores.

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1. River to River Trail

284km

76:52

3,890m

4,020m

Hike the difficult 176.2-mile River to River Trail through Shawnee National Forest, gaining 12766 feet over diverse terrain.

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Location: Pope County, Illinois, United States

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