How long is Giant City Nature Trail?

1 miles, loop, with about 150 feet of elevation gain — roughly 25 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Giant City Nature Trail?

It's rated Easy. sandstone "streets" in the Shawnee forest

Where is Giant City Nature Trail?

Giant City Nature Trail is in Illinois. sandstone "streets" in the Shawnee forest

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Giant City Nature Trail

Illinois

Distance1 mi

Est. time~25 min

Elevation gain↗ 150 ft

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Giant City Nature Trail is a easy 1-mile loop hike in Illinois with about 150 ft of elevation gain. sandstone "streets" in the Shawnee forest.

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