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Visitor Maps and Guides

A variety of maps for the Shawnee National Forest are available.  All maps are available at our offices and can be ordered online or by mail.  Interactive maps, downloadable maps and on-line purchase are located below and to the right on the screen.

Forest Guide Map

Looking to get oriented to the forest? The forest guide map provides a general map of the Forest, roads and land ownership, as well as locations of our main recreation sites.

Download Forest Guide Map

Visitor Brochures & Trail Maps

Brochures with Site Maps

Digital Trail Maps

Motor Vehicle Use Maps

This map shows Forest Service roads (e.g., roads administered by Shawnee National Forest) and road closure dates; it does not contain Forest Service land ownership. This map is free at any of our offices, or you can download it here.

Hidden Springs District

Mississippi Bluffs District

Paper Maps

A large fold out Shawnee National Forest map is available for purchase ($14) at our offices or online through the United States Geological Service Store.

Detailed trail maps are available through the Friends of the Shawnee, just follow the link below for more information and online ordering.

Purchase Online through Friends of the Shawnee Store

Additional Maps and Information

River to River Trail Maps

The 160-mile River to River Trail spans southern Illinois from the Ohio River to the Mississippi River. Download free geo-referenced maps.

Geospatial Data

Roads and motorized trails, forest boundary data, and Forest Service ownership data for Shawnee National Forest.

Forest Regulations

As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors.

Last updated May 12th, 2025