River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville
Shawnee National Forest, Pope County, IL
Point-to-point trail in Shawnee National Forest, Pope County, IL. Hiking.
- Distance
- 32.6 mi (52.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,546 ft (776 m)
- Est. Time
- 11 hr 50 min
- High point
- 853 ft (260 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Benham Hill Trailhead 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Lusk Creek 29.5 mi (47.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville
How long is River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville is 32.6 mi (52.5 km) long. Most people take about 11 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,546 ft (776 m) in total, up to a high point of 853 ft (260 m).
How hard is River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Backpackers Parking. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
What can you do on River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
Shop: Garden of the God's Outpost, 1.5 mi (2.5 km).
Is this a good week for River to River Segment 2 - Garden of the Gods to Eddyville?
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.
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- Pharoah Trail Garden of the Gods Recreation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Observation Trail Garden of the Gods Recreation Area · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- 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)
- N A Trail Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- West Bluff Trail Garden of the Gods Wilderness · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
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