885 Old Hwy #51, Makanda, IL 62958

The location is perfect for someone who enjoys the outdoors. The Shawnee National Forest “Nestled in southern Illinois between the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, spans 289,000 acres featuring oak-hickory forests, flourishing wetlands, grassy open lands, lush canyons, sheer bluffs and unique geological features” is easily accessible and provides almost unlimited opportunities for hiking, camping mountain biking and fishing, and hunting. Giant City State park, “With its breathtaking natural beauty and unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation including camping and horseback riding to fishing and rappelling, it's an outdoor lover's paradise. Visitors will marvel at the many hiking trails. Especially popular is the Giant City Nature Trail, home of the "Giant City Streets" - huge bluffs of sandstone formed 12,000 years ago.” is only a 10 minute drive from the home. Additionally, only a 30 minute drive from the home are 2 National Wildlife Refuges that provide multiple opportunities for boating, kayaking and canoeing in cypress swamps and small lakes, swimming, and fishing.