Trail of Tears State Forest

About Trail of Tears State Forest

Just over 5,000 acres in the Ozark Hills, among the most rugged landscapes in Illinois, with narrow rocky ridgetops and clear gravel-bottomed streams below. Wild azalea and farkleberry grow in the dry barrens; the shaded north slopes are cooler.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🐎 Equestrian
• 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 👥 Group Sites
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

• ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

• Class C (primitive, privies)
• Class D (walk-in primitive)
• Group camping

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Trail of Tears State Forest

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Trail cameras
• Riding helmets
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns
• Tackle kits
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles

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• Giant City State Park
• Lake Murphysboro State Park
• Kinkaid Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
• Ferne Clyffe State Park
• Horseshoe Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area (Alexander County)
• Cache River State Natural Area