Garden of the Gods is a stunning rock formation in Shawnee National Forest with expansive views of Southern Illinois.
Chris Marts 
Visit Shawnee National Forest and Discover the Stone Face
We initially traveled to Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois to get our feet wet with a new camper. Aside from boondocking, we visited Shawnee to explore the beautiful Garden of the Gods.
Running Turkeys
That’s what M calls Turkey Run State Park. It is one of Indiana’s most visited and best known state parks. It’s a favorite hiking location for our family as well.