Observation Trail
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, Saline County, IL
Loop trail in Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, Saline County, IL. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 26 ft (8 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 827 ft (252 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Garden of the Gods 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Peak: Garden Of the Gods 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Trailhead: Garden of the Gods trailhead 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: GOG Interpretive 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Observation Trail
How long is Observation Trail?
Observation Trail is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 26 ft (8 m) in total, up to a high point of 827 ft (252 m).
How hard is Observation Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Observation Trail?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Observation Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.4 mi (0.6 km), 0.4 mi (0.6 km), 0.4 mi (0.7 km).
Is Observation Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Observation Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Observation Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Is this a good week for Observation 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 Observation Trail
- Middle Trail 108K Garden of the Gods Recreation Area · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Anvil Rock Trail Garden of the Gods Recreation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- R-R Garden Of The Gods Loop Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Hard · 10.2 mi (16.5 km)
- River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville Shawnee National Forest · Expert · 32.6 mi (52.5 km)
- Pharoah Trail Garden of the Gods Recreation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Indian Pt Gog Trail Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- West Bluff Trail Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- N A Trail Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap