Shawnee National Forest Tours and Activities

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Plan a trip to see Shawnee National Forest

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Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
per person
Oct 3 - Oct 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (ORD)
9/10 Wonderful! (324 reviews)
I liked the hotel room's kitchen and it is very nice, however VERY small. The pool/amenities are also very nice. One major challenge was there was a last minute change to the location of our reservation from old town to fulton market. They did communicate the change and provided a discount, however, this occurred the day before our trip. The check-in process was also very disorganized and confusing. Information easily accessible in the reservation was not used, requiring extra check-in time. They told us a crib was available, and later found only a pack and play. I requested bedding for the pull out 4 times before someone brought them. Overall, management needs to improve their operations.

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2025

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

5 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
per person
Sep 18 - Sep 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (ORD)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,635 reviews)
Accessibility to Wendella Tours, shopping and the ‘L’ to go sightseeing

Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2025

Park Hyatt Chicago

Park Hyatt Chicago

5 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
per person
Aug 29 - Sep 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (ORD)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
It's a beautiful and comfortable hotel.

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2025

Popular places to visit

Dixon Springs State Park

Dixon Springs State Park

You can take time to visit Dixon Springs State Park during your travels to Golconda. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.

Dixon Springs State Park
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area

Garden of the Gods Recreation Area

See for yourself why Harrisburg’s unearthly sandstone formations, tucked within lush Shawnee National Forest, earn their ethereal name.

Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
Southern Illinois which includes autumn colours and forest scenes

Tunnel Hill State Trail

You can take time to visit Tunnel Hill State Trail during your travels to Vienna. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Tunnel Hill State Trail

Hogg Hollow Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hogg Hollow Winery during your travels to Simpson. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.

Hogg Hollow Winery

Lake Glendale

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Glendale during your travels in Golconda. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Lake Glendale

Hitching Post Trailhead

You can take time to visit Hitching Post Trailhead during your travels to Herod. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Hitching Post Trailhead

Best Lodging Options Near Shawnee National Forest

Secluded log cabin in the Shawnee national Forest

Secluded log cabin in the Shawnee national Forest

Eddyville
Secluded log cabin in the Shawnee national Forest
Small House in Pope County Eddyville, IL surrounded by Shawnee National Forest .

Small House in Pope County Eddyville, IL surrounded by Shawnee National Forest .

Eddyville
Small House in Pope County Eddyville, IL surrounded by Shawnee National Forest .
Hot tub. hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, rock climbing or just sight seeing.

Hot tub. hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, rock climbing or just sight seeing.

Golconda
Hot tub. hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, rock climbing or just sight seeing.
Cozy cabin, hot tub, high speed internet in the heart of the Shawnee

Cozy cabin, hot tub, high speed internet in the heart of the Shawnee

Simpson
Cozy cabin, hot tub, high speed internet in the heart of the Shawnee
Glamping Dome with Hot Tub in Shawnee Forest

Glamping Dome with Hot Tub in Shawnee Forest

Simpson
Glamping Dome with Hot Tub in Shawnee Forest
Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House

Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House

Stonefort
Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House
Drury Inn & Suites Marion

Drury Inn & Suites Marion

3 out of 5
2706 W DeYoung St, Marion, IL
Drury Inn & Suites Marion
Solar eclipse in Southern Illinois!!! Perfect space view and privacy

Solar eclipse in Southern Illinois!!! Perfect space view and privacy

Carrier Mills
Solar eclipse in Southern Illinois!!! Perfect space view and privacy
Millstone Cottage

Millstone Cottage

Simpson
Millstone Cottage
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