Shawnee National Forest
 

WELCOME to the Shawnee National Forest

Let the adventure begin! Visit our official Facebook page for official information on the forest!

 

Enjoy your National Forest

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Spotlights

2019 Proposed Recreation Fee Changes

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The Shawnee National Forest is interested in hearing your comments on a proposal to begin charging new recreation fees on several sites and increasing the overnight fee at one campground.

Recreation Fee --Facts and FAQ

Recreation Fee Proposal Facts and FAQ

Get Facts and Frequently Asked Questions on the Recreation Fee Proposal.   Deadline to submit formal comments is December 6, 2019.

 




Shawnee Celebrates 80 Years

Shawnee Celebrates 80 years

September 6th marks the 80th Anniversary of the Shawnee National Forest! Learn more about our background and how the only national forest was set aside in Illinois.


https://www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee/