River To River Trail in Southern Illinois

Hike Name: River To River Trail in Southern Illinois Location: south IL Length: 150 Submitted by: John Date Submitted: 1/25/09 Rating:	more Illinois trail reviews Illinois national parks Illinois state parks
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Description
Together with a friend I hiked the Southern Illinois River To River Trail in the Fall of 2007. We opted for the start at Elizabethtown which is the recommended start by the River To River Trail Society. We spent 10 days doing the hike with 2 resupplies at our vehicle.

I enjoyed the trail alot. There are waterfalls, natural bridges, lakes, many striking and unusual rock formations and natural beauty aong the way. Generally the trail is well marked, but there are places where it is confusing if you don't know the trail well.

I spent the past 3 years measuring the trail and collecting GPS waypoints. I have recently published a trail guide with this information in it. This guide can be purchased by visiting www.rivertorivertrailguide.com.

I like this trail alot and am planning another thru-hike for this year.

Directions to Hike
south on 145 from Harrisburg, IL to 34. 34 south to 146. 146 to Elizabethtown.

Contact Information
Shawnee National Forest Supervisor's Office
50 Hwy. 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
Phone: (618) 253-7114 or 1-800-MY-WOODS (699-6637)
TTY: (618)253-1070 (TTY users may also use the toll-free number for the Illinois Relay Service: 1-800-526-0844
Fax: (618) 253-1060

Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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