Shawnee National Forest

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Try glamping in Shawnee Hills dome for a luxurious camping experience with modern amenities amidst nature's wonders of Illinois' 289,000-acre national forest.

Normally, the more beautiful the hike the more difficult it is to do. This Illinois hike is the exception. It's a short hike that just about anyone can do, but it takes you through scenic and massive rock canyon walls.

If you don't mind being a little daring, there's a hike you can do in Illinois that will take you across one of the most scenic structures in the state. It's a 90 foot stone bridge and there are no railings to hold onto.