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Illinois
White
7.2 mi
Distance
824 ft
Gain
2h 38m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Shawnee National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 7.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 824 ft
- Elevation loss
- 824 ft
- Highest point
- 636 ft
- Lowest point
- 471 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
The White Trail is a 7.16-mile out-and-back hike in Illinois that offers a straightforward woodland experience for hikers seeking a moderate-distance adventure. This trail takes you through typical Illinois terrain with a mix of forest and open sections, providing a peaceful escape into nature. The out-and-back format allows you to control your distance and turn back at any point.
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