About Hidden Springs Ranger District
East side of the Shawnee National Forest
Vienna, Illinois · Johnson County · Facility
East side of the Shawnee National Forest
East side of the Shawnee National Forest
Heading to Hidden Springs Ranger District? A few things to know before you go:
Illinois's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Steep is hard. These are the ten Illinois trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Ten gentle, well-marked Illinois trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Illinois's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Federal parks and recreation areas in Illinois ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Illinois's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.