How long is BEAR BRANCH?

BEAR BRANCH is about 1.9 miles long based on mapped trail data. That is the length of the mapped trail, not always a round trip.

What can you do on BEAR BRANCH?

BEAR BRANCH is open to hiking and horses, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.

Where does BEAR BRANCH start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 37.52586, -88.57921. Use the Directions button to get there.

BEAR BRANCH

1.9 mile trail near Golconda, Illinois · Shawnee National Forest

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Trail facts

Length: 1.9 miles
Open to: Hiking, Horses
Surface: Nat - native material
Dogs: Not known yet
Typical grade: 10-12%
Managed by: Shawnee National Forest
Trail number: 472
Start point: 37.52586, -88.57921
County: Pope County, Illinois

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We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.

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Common questions

How long is BEAR BRANCH?: BEAR BRANCH is about 1.9 miles long based on mapped trail data. That is the length of the mapped trail, not always a round trip.
Are dogs allowed on BEAR BRANCH?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on BEAR BRANCH?: BEAR BRANCH is open to hiking and horses, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does BEAR BRANCH start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 37.52586, -88.57921. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: USDA Forest Service trail data. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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