River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe
Shawnee National Forest, Johnson County, IL
Point-to-point trail in Shawnee National Forest, Johnson County, IL. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.6 mi (31.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,457 ft (444 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 5 min
- High point
- 692 ft (211 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Natural Bridge 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Happy Hollow Primative Camping 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Turkey Ridge Tent Campground 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Campsite 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe
How long is River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe is 19.6 mi (31.6 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,457 ft (444 m) in total, up to a high point of 692 ft (211 m).
How hard is River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Buck Creek Parking Area. 7 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe shaded?
Mostly shaded (78% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
Whiffle Boys Pizza, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 1.1 mi (1.8 km).
Is this a good week for River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe?
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 River to River Segment 4 - U.S. 45 to Ferne Clyffe
- Hawk's Cave Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Black Jack Oak Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Boy Scout Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Rebman's Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Lake Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Waterfall Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Round Bluff Nature Preserve Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Big Rocky Hollow Trail Ferne Clyffe State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
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