MAKANDA, Ill. (WSIL) -- Giant City State Park is offering exciting events for outdoor enthusiasts this September. The Red Cedar Trail Challenge invites hikers to tackle the rugged 12-mile trail ...

Hiking trail with gravel-lined steps in Giant City State Park on a sunny Spring morning - Eddie J. Rodriquez/Shutterstock Tucked away in the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois, Giant City ...

MAKANDA, Ill. (HEARTLAND WEEKEND) - If you are looking for something fun to do outside this September, Giant City State Park has you covered. You can try the Red Cedar Trail Challenge throughout the ...

While many travelers head to Illinois solely to visit the bustling metropolis of Chicago, this under-appreciated Midwestern state has tons to offer if you're looking to avoid the tourist traps of the ...