You don't need to go out West for incredible outdoor experiences.

Shawnee National Forest turns Illinois rugged, with sunset cliffs, mossy canyons, and trails that trade noise for wonder.

Temporary closure of Snake Road begins March 6 to ensure safe crossing for several species of snakes and amphibians during their bi-annual migration. The road will remain closed until May ...

Snake Road will be temporarily closed for the bi-annual migration of snakes and amphibians in the Shawnee National Forest.

The Shawnee National Forest is planning several prescribed fire operations this spring, contingent on necessary approvals.

There's no doubt about it; Illinois hiking trails can be seriously epic. And perhaps the first clue that one is a blue-ribbon winner is in the name. The first time I heard about "Garden of the Gods," ...

Friends of the Shawnee National Forest is hosting a "Winter Warmup" event at the Haversham House in Alto Pass, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28.

The 5th annual Shawnee Plunge is set for March 7 at the Pounds Hollow Recreation Area in the Shawnee National Forest. The event, organized by the ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KFVS) - U.S. Senator Dick Durbin wants thousands more acres of the Shawnee National Park to be protected. Sen. Durbin (D-IL) has introduced the Shawnee National Forest Conservation ...

Illinois advocates and legal experts are applauding a congressional bill that would add key protections for certain areas in the Shawnee National Forest, classifying them with special distinctions ...

HistoriCorps and the Shawnee National Forest are seeking volunteers of all skill levels to help rehabilitate the Duck Bay Shelter, with three week-long volunteer opportunities running from Sept. 14 ...

Seasonal hiring at Shawnee National Forest begins Feb. 20. Apply for recreation, trail, and forestry roles supporting summer operations.