Panther Den Hiking Trail - Shawnee National Forest
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- Panther Den hiking trail is located in the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. The Panther Den hiking trail features unique den-like rock formations, waterfalls and bluffs that are considered some of the best in the Shawnee National Forest. If you haven't visitied the Panther Den hiking trail in the Shawnee National Forest yet, you need to add this place to your list of spots to visit! If you would like to see more videos like this one, please share this with others, especially on social media.
Panther Den Hiking Trail - Directions:
tinyurl.com/y3...
Panther Den Hiking Trail Q & A:
1. How rugged in the Panther Den Hiking Trail? This trail is moderately difficult with horseback usage as well as potential horse damage, creek crossings, rocky/rooted surfaces and rolling hills. This trail is not suitable for handicap patrons.
2. How long is Panther Den hiking trail and is it a loop trail? The Panther Den hiking trail is about 3 miles in length with an addition 2 miles to and back from the start of the loop making the hike about 5-6 miles in total length.
3. How do I not get lost on the Panther Den hiking trail? Take the trail at the official signed trailhead on Panther Den Lane (at the very end of the narrow gravel road). Continue until you reach a creek with various trails and blazes to your right. Cross the creek and stay on the trail that puts the creek to your left. Continue until you reach the start of the loop which will be a fork, go left (look for the "Rock Formation" signs on the tree) and follow the trail. I suggest you download Avenza for your smartphone and then install the R2R Trail bundle (all free) to keep you on the trail even with no cell phone data or use a paper map and compass.
4. When should I hike the Panther Den hiking trail? You may hike this trail anytime you wish, all year long. However, in the late spring, summer and early fall - it is very overgrown and difficult to hike. Every time I visit in the summer, I pull ticks off me. Late fall and winter is honestly the best time to hike this area.
5. Any additional suggestions for Panther Den hiking trail? Tell someone where you are going BEFORE you go and always put safety first. Pack enough food and water to last a few days and bring an emergency shelter (like a poncho), lighter/fire source and a flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries. Be prepared for the unexpected when hiking in any wilderness environment. You're better off to visit this area with someone else tagging along with you.
Please like this video and share it with others (especially on social media) to support me for creating it. Leave a comment below telling me what you thought and if you want to see more videos like this one.
Follow me on the web:
Facebook: / hikingwithshawn
Twitter: / hikingwithshaw. .
Instagram: / hikingwithsh. .
Website: www.hikingwiths...
Consider becoming a supporting member of Hiking with Shawn for the low contribution of $3 a month. Your contribution will be used to make Hiking with Shawn better. Support me today (and cancel anytime) at / hikingwithshawn
Want to send me something?
Hiking with Shawn
P.O. Box 368
Hurst, Illinois 62949
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment purposes only. Please use caution if hiking and tell someone where you are going. Hiking with Shawn is a registered trademark of Hiking with Shawn, LLC. All footage is copyright by Hiking with Shawn, LLC and may only be repurposed with official permission.
#PantherDen #HikingTrail #ShawneeNationalForest
Excellent adventure sir! Those layers of rock are pretty crazy looking. Thanks for taking us along as always! - Shane
Thanks :)
I agree with you, it's a pretty area and it reminds me of a few spots out where I'm located in Southwestern Virginia.
Nice video! That's place is beautiful! Hopefully I can get out that way one day and get some footage of the own to put up on the channel.
Crazy formations! Looks a lot like Giant City.
One of my favorite places, as well as my very first place visited after discovering the shawnee national forest
It is an amazing spot :)
Was trying to hike Panther Den this past March but was unable to find the trailhead . I am rather unfamiliar with the area . Looking forward to making this hike soon when I get better directions . Thanks for the video , Shawn !
While traveling on Rocky Comfort Road, turn onto Panther Den Road and go a few miles, then turn onto Panther Den Lane (narrow and gravel). Go all the way to the end to reach the parking lot / trailhead. :)
Thank you , Shawn . I missed the Panther Den Lane turn off on the narrow gravel road . Will try again in a few weeks . Many thanks for the help with directions !
Keep in mind, panther den lane is VERY narrow, if you meet another car, someone will be backing up to the nearest wide spot.. so take a mental note each time you pass a wide spot on that road to judge if you or the other car needs to back up
Found it last week with your directions . I really liked the area . Will be coming back when the creek is full for more pics . The back part of the loop trail is really grown up . Thanks again !
Kind of a cool split in the bluffage... Maybe aliens caused the split.. 😂😂😂😂
For the cougars :D