Hikes · Illinois
Best hikes in Illinois.
Illinois hiking hides in the south — the sandstone cliffs of the Shawnee and the canyon waterfalls of Starved Rock.
Curated trails5
Distance range1–4 mi
Biggest climb600 ft
Difficulty3 easy · 2 moderate
TerrainSandstone cliffs & canyons
Best seasonSpring & fall
Don’t missStarved Rock (Waterfall Canyons)
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5 hikes worth the detour.
Sorted easy to expert. Every one mapped with distance, route type, and elevation gain — built for everyone from the RV & camping crew to the bucket-list crowd.
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Hikes, gems, scenic drives — all in one Illinois guide.
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