River to River Trail — Shawnee National Forest

Southern Illinois' premier trail from the Ohio River to the Mississippi through Shawnee National Forest.

Route overview

Region
Illinois, United States
Distance
160 miles
Elevation gain
15,000 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
10 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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