You'll Want To Spend The Entire Day At The Gorgeous Natural Pool In Illinois' Shawnee National Forest
By Carolyn Harmon|Published August 18, 2022
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This gorgeous natural pool in Illinois sits in the picturesque setting of Shawnee National Forest, in Karbers Ridge, Illinois. The approximately 280,000-acre state forest is located in the Ozark and Shawnee Hills of Southern Illinois. Take a well-deserved break from life and relax at Pounds Hollow campground tucked away in the Shawnee Hills. Dive in and swim away your cares in the 25-acre natural pool at Pounds Hollow Lake for the day. Enjoy a picnic, a hike, or cast a line in the fish-filled waters. Come on, what are you waiting for?
Do you see why you will want to spend the entire day at the gorgeous natural pool in Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest? The recreational activities and opportunities to rest and enjoy nature are limitless. And if you enjoy the fresh air, here are some more outdoor activities to try in Illinois.
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