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LITTLE GRAND CANYON

Illinois No water is availableRestrooms availableNo FeeSource: usfs
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Murphysboro, IL 62966

37.68047
-89.39496
No Fee
No
Vault toilet

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Little Grand Canyon is especially beautiful during April and October when spring wildflowers and fall colors are at their peak. The entire trail is 3 miles long but shorter segments can be taken that lead to scenic overlooks. The upper trail has interpre

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

Quick hits within ~8 km.

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POMONA ROAD TRAILHEAD
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Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

Weather (5-day)

Thu, Jan 15
19° / 31°
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Fri, Jan 16
29° / 45°
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Sat, Jan 17
19° / 31°
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Sun, Jan 18
16° / 31°
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Mon, Jan 19
18° / 27°
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