FR 650 — N37 24.465 W88 35.372 in IL -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Illinois
FR 650 — N37 24.465 W88 35.372 in IL
A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Pope County, IL. The road is open seasonally, May 9 to December 9.
Shawnee National Forest, Hidden Springs Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 28 days.
All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 30 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 25%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.5 miles off. A pond lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Vienna, is 17 mi off.
September normals 57–81°F, 3.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Shawnee National Forest, Hidden Springs Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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