Hale RD (FR 1970) in IL -- Camping Rules & Access
Hale RD (FR 1970) in IL
Road corridorShawnee NF, Hidden Springs Ranger District
14 mi from Shawneetown
Maps 470 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Motor-vehicle season 5/9–12/9Stay limit: 14 days · 28 days total per calendar year · within 28 days
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Road Access
Rough
- All 1.1 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Hicks Dome.
- Estimated climb: 340 ft over 1.1 miles, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 19%.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- A pond lies 0.2 mi off.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 46–70°F, 3.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.