Shawnee Paradise
Sightseeing
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
Breathtaking views!
A three mile slightly difficult hike that features a waterfall. Beautiful in the Fall.
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Little Grand Canyon
A three mile slightly difficult hike that features a waterfall. Beautiful in the Fall.
Bell Smith Springs Scenic Area
Great place to hike.
A great waterfall hike after a rainy day. You can see the fall from the parking lot but not as interesting.
Burden Falls
A great waterfall hike after a rainy day. You can see the fall from the parking lot but not as interesting.
Sand Cave
An easy hike to a huge cave!
This secluded lake with a sandy beach is the perfect place to swim, kayak or picnic.
Pounds Hollow Recreation Area
50 Highway 145 SThis secluded lake with a sandy beach is the perfect place to swim, kayak or picnic.
The only remaining iron furnace structure in the state of Illinois. Bring you swim suit and take a dip in stream, enjoy a picnic under the pavilion or enjoy a hike.
Iron Furnace
The only remaining iron furnace structure in the state of Illinois. Bring you swim suit and take a dip in stream, enjoy a picnic under the pavilion or enjoy a hike.
Parks & Nature
Cache River State Natural Area
930 Sunflower LaneBoating, Canoe Trails, Fishing, Hiking and Hunting
A variety of hiking trails to choose from. My two favorites is Big Rocky Hollow Trail after it rains t view an outstanding waterfall and bluffs and Hawk's Cave Trail that will take you to the largest overhang in Southern Il. Both of these trails are close to one another.
The perfect place for rock climbing. Google rock climbing routes in Ferne Clyffe for directions.
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Ferne Clyffe State Park
90 Goreville RoadA variety of hiking trails to choose from. My two favorites is Big Rocky Hollow Trail after it rains t view an outstanding waterfall and bluffs and Hawk's Cave Trail that will take you to the largest overhang in Southern Il. Both of these trails are close to one another.
The perfect place for rock climbing. Google rock climbing routes in Ferne Clyffe for directions.
Located along the Ohio River with lots of mature pecan trees. Check out the Fort Massac Encampment Festival every October.
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Fort Massac State Park
1308 E 5th StLocated along the Ohio River with lots of mature pecan trees. Check out the Fort Massac Encampment Festival every October.
Touch of Nature Environmental Center
1206 Touch of Nature RdCheck the website for special events.
www.ton.siu.edu
Hiking, rock climbing, fishing and guided horse back riding in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest. Check out the website for special events.
A lodge and visitor center welcome park guests.
On Sundays, the Lodge serves family style chicken dinner with all the sides starting at 11:30. Delish!!
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Giant City State Park
235 Giant City Road Hiking, rock climbing, fishing and guided horse back riding in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest. Check out the website for special events.
A lodge and visitor center welcome park guests.
On Sundays, the Lodge serves family style chicken dinner with all the sides starting at 11:30. Delish!!
This is a fun place to explore that is very close to Garden of the Gods. Moderate hiking trail that around the rim of a rock. I suggest starting on the middle trail which takes you past an ancient Indian wall and descend on the other side near Ox-Lot Cave.
Rim Rock's National Recreation Trail
This is a fun place to explore that is very close to Garden of the Gods. Moderate hiking trail that around the rim of a rock. I suggest starting on the middle trail which takes you past an ancient Indian wall and descend on the other side near Ox-Lot Cave.
Everything Else
The Shawnee Hill Wine Trail has some of the oldest vineyards in the state. A 40 mile, well marked trail surrounded by the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest will lead you to eleven different wineries.
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Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
2865 Hickory Ridge RdThe Shawnee Hill Wine Trail has some of the oldest vineyards in the state. A 40 mile, well marked trail surrounded by the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest will lead you to eleven different wineries.
Entertainment & Activities
Eat, drink, shop or take in a show at the Carson Center. Cobblestone streets and a buzz of activity with a view of the Ohio River.
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Historic Riverfront
27 The Foot of BroadwayEat, drink, shop or take in a show at the Carson Center. Cobblestone streets and a buzz of activity with a view of the Ohio River.
Mermet Springs
This 8.5 acre spring fed quarry offers a unique dive site for experienced divers.
Zip line high above the forest floor and surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest.
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Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour
635 Robinson Hill RoadZip line high above the forest floor and surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest.
Bald Knob Cross is a 111' high white cross 1,034 feet above sea level that overlooks the Shawnee National Forest. Breathtaking views and very close to the Wine Trail.
The website pictures do it no justice.
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Bald Knob Cross of Peace
3630 Bald Knob RoadBald Knob Cross is a 111' high white cross 1,034 feet above sea level that overlooks the Shawnee National Forest. Breathtaking views and very close to the Wine Trail.
The website pictures do it no justice.
Located along the Shawnee Hill Wine trail, this is a popular place to visit during harvest season, which runs from June - October. They are known for their fields of Zinnia which attract thousands of butterflies & hummingbirds.
A magical place to experience!
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Rendleman Orchard
9680 IL-127Located along the Shawnee Hill Wine trail, this is a popular place to visit during harvest season, which runs from June - October. They are known for their fields of Zinnia which attract thousands of butterflies & hummingbirds.
A magical place to experience!
Essentials
Goreville Food Market
700 W Main StHot Food and Deli available.
WonderWash
Laundry
Miles Brothers Foods
212 N 1st StGrocery store with hot food and deli.
Dollar General
835 S BroadwayOpen 8am-10pm everyday.
Maps, brochures and information for local trails, lakes, camping, etc.
Open M-F 8am-4:30pm
Shawnee National Forest - Hidden Springs Ranger Station
602 N 1st StMaps, brochures and information for local trails, lakes, camping, etc.
Open M-F 8am-4:30pm
The Oasis
Retail beer, wine and spirits. They also have video gaming & firewood .
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2705 W Deyoung StHertz
10400 Terminal DrFood Scene
Breakfast served all day.
Good sandwiches, salads, chicken and steaks. Lots of food for a good price.
Vienna Diner
511 E Vine StBreakfast served all day.
Good sandwiches, salads, chicken and steaks. Lots of food for a good price.
Located in the Historic Downtown River font of Paducah, this quaint restaurant has an outside patio.
Everything is delish!
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Max's Brick Oven Cafe
Market House SquareLocated in the Historic Downtown River font of Paducah, this quaint restaurant has an outside patio.
Everything is delish!
Walker's Bluff
326 Vermont RoadLocated in the old Cocoa Cola building, this funky & art filled chain pizzeria features craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Opens 10:30 A.M. everyday.
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Mellow Mushroom
3121 Broadway StLocated in the old Cocoa Cola building, this funky & art filled chain pizzeria features craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Opens 10:30 A.M. everyday.
Pipers Tea & Coffee
3121 Broadway StGreat tea, coffee and atmosphere!
Whiffle Boy's Pizza & More
221 S BroadwayThey deliver!!!
Pizza, salad, subs and The Wazonee..a pizza sandwich.
Located in the downtown historic district of Paducah Ky...this eclectic restaurant has made from scratch entrees .
I suggest making reservations & doubt you will be disappointed.
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Grill 211
211 Broadway StLocated in the downtown historic district of Paducah Ky...this eclectic restaurant has made from scratch entrees .
I suggest making reservations & doubt you will be disappointed.
618 Tap House
2703 17th StEnjoy the outdoor patio with fire pit and sample the many craft beers.
Home of the double decker pizza and impressive salad bar. Enjoy pasta entrees, calzones, sandwiches or a steak.
Open 11am Tues-Sat
4pm Sun & Mon
Walt's Pizza & Restaurant
213 S Court StHome of the double decker pizza and impressive salad bar. Enjoy pasta entrees, calzones, sandwiches or a steak.
Open 11am Tues-Sat
4pm Sun & Mon
A small, family owned mexican restaurant that is famous for their tamales. If you're visiting the wine trail, this is a great place to stop and eat.
Taqueria Pequena
105 South AppleknockerA small, family owned mexican restaurant that is famous for their tamales. If you're visiting the wine trail, this is a great place to stop and eat.
17th Street Barbecue
2700 17th StLocal BBQ chain opens 11am every day.
Mackie's Pizza
2704 Walton WayThe best thin crust pizza around!
A second location in Harrisburg.
Family owned "hole in the wall" , this local favorite is popular for their pizza & salads. The menu also includes a variety of sandwiches. CASH ONLY
Open Tues-Friday 10:30 - 8pm
Closed Sat, Sun & Mon
Family Pizza
309 E Main StFamily owned "hole in the wall" , this local favorite is popular for their pizza & salads. The menu also includes a variety of sandwiches. CASH ONLY
Open Tues-Friday 10:30 - 8pm
Closed Sat, Sun & Mon
Chop Kitchen
2703 17th StreetThe best river catfish around. Great side options and a view of the Ohio River if you sit outside up top.
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E'Town River Restaurant
251 1st StreetThe best river catfish around. Great side options and a view of the Ohio River if you sit outside up top.