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Illinois
4.8 mi
Distance
1,419 ft
Gain
1h 59m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Shawnee National Forest
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Grindstaff Trail
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Grindstaff Trail is a scenic 4.81-mile out-and-back hike in Illinois that offers hikers a moderate woodland experience with gentle elevation changes. This trail showcases the natural beauty of the Illinois landscape, featuring mixed forest terrain and peaceful surroundings ideal for a half-day adventure.
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