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Illinois
5.8 mi
Distance
1,170 ft
Gain
2h 16m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Shawnee National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Jackson Falls
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Jackson Falls in Illinois offers a scenic 5.81-mile out-and-back hike featuring a picturesque waterfall as the main attraction. This trail showcases the natural beauty of Illinois' forested terrain with the reward of cascading water at the turnaround point. The out-and-back route allows hikers to enjoy the same beautiful scenery on both the approach and return journey.
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