Fire crews with the Shawnee National Forest are planning two prescribed burn operations for Thursday, March 19, as part of ongoing land management efforts.

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HARRISBURG — As winter nears, the Shawnee National Forest has several upcoming annual seasonal closures that will be in effect across the Forest. Beginning Tuesday, Dec. 10, is the seasonal forest ...

Shawnee State Forest's Day Trail, near Portsmouth, is ranked the 19th-best trail in Ohio by Trails.com. "Hiking Ohio, A Guide to Ohio's Greatest Hiking Adventures" includes this trail. In addition, ...

HARRISBURG, Ill. (WSIL) -- Christmas tree permits for the Shawnee National Forest are now available online. Purchases can be made through Recreation.gov, and started on November 14, 2025. This year, ...

Chasing waterfalls in Illinois? Discover scenic hikes with stunning cascades, canyon trails, and unforgettable views worth the trip in 2026.

When the U.S. Forest Service approved the sale of nearly 70 acres for commercial logging in southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest in late 2024, Sam Stearns was furious. Shawnee is the only ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KFVS) - U.S. Senator Dick Durbin wants thousands more acres of the Shawnee National Park to be protected. Sen. Durbin (D-IL) has introduced the Shawnee National Forest Conservation ...

HistoriCorps and the Shawnee National Forest are seeking volunteers of all skill levels to help rehabilitate the Duck Bay Shelter, with three week-long volunteer opportunities running from Sept. 14 ...

Temporary closure of Snake Road begins March 6 to ensure safe crossing for several species of snakes and amphibians during their bi-annual migration. The road will remain closed until May ...