Hiking With Shawn

Explore the Shawnee National Forest and Beyond!

Join me, Shawn (aka Hiking with Shawn), as I take you on daily adventures through the trails, waterfalls, caves, bluffage, campgrounds, bike paths, and waterways of Southern Illinois and beyond.

On this channel, you’ll find:

👉 Trail guides & hidden gems in the Shawnee National Forest and beyond
👉 Hiking, biking, camping, and kayaking adventures
👉 Tips for exploring Southern Illinois outdoors safely & responsibly
👉 Scenic nature videos with humor, storytelling, and local history
👉 Hiking and other outdoor adventure gear and equipment reviews

🌲 If you love hiking, outdoor adventure, and discovering hidden trails, this channel is for you. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a new video!

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Hiking with Shawn
P.O. Box 148
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
United States


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Have you ever gotten caught in a storm while hiking?

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What’s something you always keep in your hiking backpack?

1 day ago | [YT] | 3

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Would you rather hike alone or with one other person?

2 days ago | [YT] | 5

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What’s one thing that can completely ruin an otherwise great hike?

3 days ago | [YT] | 4

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Do you enjoy hiking more in the morning, afternoon, or evening?

4 days ago | [YT] | 0

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What’s the steepest hill you remember hiking?

5 days ago | [YT] | 3

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Would you rather hike to a waterfall, overlook, natural arch, or historic site?

6 days ago | [YT] | 3

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What’s the most memorable wildlife encounter you’ve had while hiking?

1 week ago | [YT] | 2

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What instantly makes you want to click on a hiking video?

1 week ago | [YT] | 5

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If you had to give up ONE for a year, which would it be: waterfalls, overlooks, rock formations, or wildlife?

1 week ago | [YT] | 3