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Little Grand Canyon

346 Etherton Rd., Murphysboro, IL 62966

Hiking & Trails

Little Grand Canyon is a recreational area within the Shawnee National Forest.

A 3.6 mile loop trail constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Offers spectacular views of the Big Muddy River, Turkey Bayou, and the Missouri bluffs across the Mississippi River.

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