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Spring Wildflowers to Watch for in the Eastern Shawnee National Forest

By Elizabeth Canfarelli

Spring is one of the most beautiful times to visit Southern Illinois. From Virginia bluebells and bloodroot to trout lilies and early daffodils, the eastern Shawnee National Forest comes alive with color. Here are some...
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The Best Waterfalls in Southern Illinois (2026 Guide)

By Elizabeth Canfarelli

See Jackson Falls, Bell Smith Springs, and Burden Falls When the Water Is Flowing Southern Illinois is famous for sandstone bluffs, wooded canyons, and hiking trails throughout Shawnee National Forest—and when we get active weather,...