Little Grand Canyon, Illinois - Shawnee National Forest - Park Travel Review

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[@AnthonyLBarnes]

We're wanting to take some younger hikers to this soon and this video was EXCELLENT to show off the reality of the vertical rock climbs there. Thank you for being so thorough, is helping us weigh whether we should do this one or not.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Happy we could show what we experienced on that day. Have a great time in this beautiful area.

[@medtype1]

Excellent and informative. Thanks!

[@ColoradoMartini]

I haven't heard of this place. Wow that trail did go to poopie. Looks washed out. We couldn't do that one. Mr. Martini has RA. Thank you so much for the love you gave our channel. You rock my friend.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

This hike is not for everyone. That is for sure. We tried to show that in the video. Thanks for watching and for coming along with this one!

[@jenniferkolz1036]

Great tips and another beautiful hike! Thanks!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you, Jennifer

[@lilimaiii]

Love the music and sounds of nature, so peaceful! ❤❤

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you so much. It was a peaceful place.

[@debschoen5581]

Cool video!! Wow had no idea there was a little Grand Canyon.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks, Deb. There is one in Missouri too. (And many other states, as I am finding out)

[@Mudmowerdiesel]

Awesome video thank you

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Hi, Eric. You comments keep going into spam. Just wanted to let you know. Thanks for watching

[@ComputerChickProductions]

I will be goproing Grand Canyon this summer

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Interesting. This one or Grand Canyon National Park?

[@marianfrances4959]

Thanks!👍😎🇨🇦🌲

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

You’re welcome. Thank you!

[@Kian2931]

So excited to visit this!! Planning an Airbnb trip in late July to hit up what Southern Illinois has to offer :)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

NICE!! Enjoy the area!!

[@potatothorn]

awesome canyon, and some Grand views from the overlook too thanks for taking us with you

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

This was a great hike! Thanks, Thorn!

[@NativeTearz]

Ive been thru the edge of shawnee natl... didnt know MO or IL had lil grand canyons! Awesome....and interesting! Now....i want to visit BOTH!! Great Video!! Thanks for taking us along

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

They are both worth the road trips, Dee! Thank you!!

[@CowboyJojosAdventures]

Looked very slippery Kay. Lots of moss. It’s still is an awesome fun adventure. Interesting geology. And weathered rock. The water cascading sounds beautiful. The views from the top was worth the walk. Awesome hike. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🥰🇦🇺

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

This was a great hike, Jojo. It was one that I had wanted to see for awhile! Thanks for coming along with us!

[@CowboyJojosAdventures]

Happy Trails Hiking totally enjoyed watching it Kay 😘

[@ATJHTRAVELS]

Awesome place wow we definitely have to go here someday sledgehammered that like button and a enjoyed watch

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

It is a REALLY great one. You all would enjoy it a lot!

[@IanYGath]

Not a trail for a first timer, but beautiful none the less. Thank you for sharing this amazing natural wonderful. You did an amazing job, just as you always do. 🙂👍🏻👍🏻💕

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you so much, Ian!

[@gaming_sportsaaron1365]

I need to go here it’s so beautiful I live in California and I never even knew Illinois has hills and the little Grand Canyon

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Illinois is more “bluffy” than you would think. There is a Little Grand Canyon in Missouri too. 😄. It has been a year since we made this trip. Thanks for your comment!

[@DesmondsDonders]

Pre-bedtime video. Thanks Matt & Kay :-)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks, Dave! Sleep well!

[@MartysCrewOurFamilyAdventures]

I loved this hike! Canyon trails are my favorite. Actually, anything that involves rock scrambling is great for me, lol! Definitely a trail for trekking poles. The views from the overlook are beautiful! Going to add this one to my wish list because it looks amazing. Thanks, Kay and Matt, for sharing it with us.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

You would live this one, Tony. Getting the whole crew down the canyon might be a bit stressful, but they could do it.

[@OurHauntedTravels]

Wow, amazing location. Was amazing how the water carved into that Sand Stone. Great review, thanks for sharing.... oh, yeah, and to leave you have to climb up the waterfall steps??? :)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Climb down the waterfall steps and then climb up the waterfall steps. Haha. Worth the hike to see it, but be careful!

[@hikewithmike4673]

+ very cool place!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks, Mike!

[@notaboutthedestination5693]

My family enjoys hikes like that. But that look super slick. Great info guys.👍

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks, Wootens!! You all would enjoy this. It’s a good hike, you just need to “hike your own hike” and be aware. Have a great weekend!

[@stephenwilliams7200]

Been there many times it's not that bad if you watch what your doing

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

That is true, but I would never want to lead anyone to believe that this was just super easy. Thanks for your input, Stephen.

[@stephenwilliams7200]

@@HappyTrailsHiking I understand that.. Great video keep up the good work.

[@willpatterson4866]

Go down in winter. That is the real fun lol

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Ha! WOW! Yeah...that would be treacherous for me. 😬😀

[@theidahonian5321]

I love my Oboz on those rock scrambles. If I remember right Matt is stomping Oboz? Beautiful rock formations! Is that Hiking with Shawn bluffage?

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We were both sporting Oboz, Kenny. 😄 These are Hiking with Shawn’s bluffage!!

[@DHVVLOG]

Awesome place,great video. Always support full, let's grow together. Thanks for sharing 🍷🌟🎁💖

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Happy you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@TerryX2Explore]

We recently did a video of the Grand Canyon of the U.P. of MI. I guess a lot of states have their miniature Grand Canyons! 😄 This looks like a place we will want to explore. Thanks for sharing!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Yes! Lots of Little Grand Canyons. Sounds like we need to find more of them! This one is a neat one. We will have to take a look at the one in the U.P. Thanks for watching and your comment!

[@TerryX2Explore]

@@HappyTrailsHiking You are much welcome! The one in the U.P. is beautiful but comparing it to the Grand Canyon, is another story! LOL

[@loribryant3647]

Really nice! Always concerning when the trail signs say ↘️ then ⬆️. Lol. You should try to find the "Little Grand Canyon" in each state now. Tennessee's is near Chattanooga, the Tennessee River Gorge. Thanks!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

That would be fun! Each state! And then eat a pizza in each state too. 😜 Yes, when the trail signs are just arrows, you know you are in for excitement. Thanks, Lori!

[@rachelrawson8596]

its looks cold but I think I would enjoy it :)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We would laugh the entire time trying to get our short legs down the rocks!

[@willpatterson4866]

Wished you would have seen it before the storm. Massive oaks and sycamores that fell. Many snakes. My 4 yr old used to do the whole trail till the end up on the back side. My dog actually killed a baby rattle snake. My son watched it kind of scary but true of nature.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Would have loved to have seen it years ago. It is a beautiful area! I am glad you were there with your son to talk about what happens in nature.

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

I can imagine how slippery portions of this trail mist be! I saw a cat face in the cliff at 4:15 😂

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We spent several minutes talking about the things we saw in the cliff face. It was a good and interesting hike. Thanks, Heather.

[@michaelglodo2389]

Snakes! You have to mention snakes. The poisonous snake density is high at certain times of the year. In the summers, experienced hikers often wear hip waders as a precaution. That's not necessary as long as you're really alert. Just keep your eyes open.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We do see a lot of snakes on trails in the midwest. It is always good to pay attention for them in the warmer months.

[@Outrjs]

At 2:53, you're starting at a huge pre-flood tree

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks for the info.

[@stephenwilliams7200]

You all missed another over look.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks for sharing that. Good reason to go back sometime. 😄