Lusk Creek Trail
Lusk Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL
Out-and-back trail in Lusk Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.6 mi (23.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,020 ft (311 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 15 min
- High point
- 640 ft (195 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Lusk Creek Trail
How long is Lusk Creek Trail?
Lusk Creek Trail is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,020 ft (311 m) in total, up to a high point of 640 ft (195 m).
How hard is Lusk Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Lusk Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% 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
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- Franks Pond Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- Hart's Bluff Trail Lusk Creek Wilderness · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Zimmer Cemetery Trail Shawnee National Forest · Hard · 12.3 mi (19.8 km)
- Blanchard Crossing Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Wishing Well Trail Lusk Creek Wilderness · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Nugget Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Blanchard Church Trail Lusk Creek Wilderness · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
More hikes in Lusk Creek Wilderness
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