Lusk Creek Trail
Lusk Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL
Out-and-back trail in Lusk Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL. Hiking.
- Distance
- 17.9 mi (28.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,125 ft (343 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 20 min
- High point
- 804 ft (245 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Trailhead: Lusk Creek 17.9 mi (28.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Lusk Creek Trail
How long is Lusk Creek Trail?
Lusk Creek Trail is 17.9 mi (28.9 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,125 ft (343 m) in total, up to a high point of 804 ft (245 m).
How hard is Lusk Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lusk Creek Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Lusk Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Lusk Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Lusk Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Lusk Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Lusk Creek Trail
- East Little Lusk Creek Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Blanchard Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Dog Hollow Trail Shawnee National Forest · Hard · 13 mi (20.9 km)
- One Horse Gap Trail Shawnee National Forest · Hard · 14.9 mi (23.9 km)
- Old Strech Trail Shawnee National Forest · Moderate · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Blanchard Church Trail Lusk Creek Wilderness · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- Little Lusk Creek Trail Lusk Creek Wilderness · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Fulkerson Branch Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
More hikes in Lusk Creek Wilderness
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