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Located near your favorite Shawnee National Forest hiking trails and in the heart of Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
Full-hookup sites with electric, water and sewer. Easy pull-in access, 2 fishing ponds, and 42 acres at your door.
Escape the ordinary at The Hills, where untamed adventure meets your next Midwest getaway. Our private cabin retreats are engineered for adventure-seekers who crave the rugged outdoors by day and total relaxation by night. From the moment you arrive, you’ll step into a comfortable basecamp built for thrilling outdoor experiences and unhurried downtime.
1 bedroom | 1 loft | Sleeps 4
Private Hot Tub | Kayaks | Paddle Boat | Fully Stocked Kitchen
1 bedroom | 1 loft | Sleeps 4
Private Hot Tub | Kayaks | Paddle Boat | Fully Stocked Kitchen
3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6
Private Hot Tub | Kayaks | Paddle Boat | Fully Stocked Kitchen
Sleeps up to 6 guests. Rally your crew and conquer the Shawnee National Forest from this spacious three-bedroom wilderness retreat. Tucked into the woods, it features two king suites and two twin beds—providing the perfect layout to rest up and plan tomorrow’s expedition.
3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8
Sleeps up to 8 guests. Perched high among the towering trees, Sunset Ridge serves as a spacious launchpad for large groups. Packed with modern amenities and featuring an expansive deck, it’s the ultimate spot to swap stories after a day of adventure on the trails.
Every cabin features a private hot tub, strategically screened from neighbors giving you total seclusion. It’s perfect for recharging sore muscles and preparing your body for tomorrow’s outdoor mission.
Fully stocked and ready to fuel your crew with a proper, high-energy meal after a long day of exploring.
Built for outdoor victory toasts. Wood is available as an added-on service in reservations.
Fast enough to stream, work, or download trail maps. Quiet enough to easily log off when adventure calls.
We only send the good stuff: campfire recipes, local Shawnee trail updates, rugged Midwest trip itineraries, and exclusive insight on new developments at The Hills.
Kayaks, a paddle boat, and two fishing ponds are entirely complimentary for our guests. Grab a paddle and launch right from the campground—no rental fees, no time limits, just pure adventure.
Explore Southern Illinois
The Shawnee National Forest delivers thousands of acres of rugged, untamed terrain. Gear up to conquer iconic rock formations, navigate hidden canyons, and test your grit on the Midwest’s most rewarding hiking trails.
20 MIN AWAY
Wake up in The Hills and launch your next expedition into the Shawnee territory. Your favorite state parks, backcountry forest trails, scenic waterfalls, and peaceful fishing lakes are all within striking distance.
2 MIN AWAY
The Hills sits in the heart of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail,
neighboring a local winery and surrounded by tasting rooms.
Neighboring winery
Cobden
Makanda
15 min
Shawnee National Forest
20 min
“This is a lovely cozy cabin with lots of windows. It has a great deck and hot tub. We did some hiking at Giant City and Garden of the Gods, and went to 2 wineries during our 2 night stay. We were also treated to the Northern Lights, what a bonus!”
“The view from the cabin is stunning, and we absolutely loved the accessibility to Shawnee and incredible hiking trails. Winding down in the hot tub after a day of hiking and climbing was perfection!”
“The cabin was exactly what we expected. Walking distance to the winery and very close to some amazing hiking. Highly recommend!”
Stay at the center of wine country, forest trails, small-town dining and Southern Illinois adventure.
Yes. Every cabin features its own private hot tub for guests to enjoy.
Yes. Complimentary kayaks and a paddle boat are available for guests to enjoy on the pond.
Yes. Giant City State Park and Shawnee National Forest trails are within an easy drive.
Full-hookup RV sites with electric, water and sewer are coming soon.
The Hills was created around one simple idea: choose a location that makes it easy to experience the best of Southern Illinois.
Set on 42 private acres surrounded by the wilderness, The Hills is a dedicated launching pad for everything that makes Southern Illinois legendary. Spend your days exploring the Shawnee National Forest trail systems, hidden stone corridors at Giant City State Park, or kayaking at local lakes.
We provide the ultimate cabin basecamp for outdoor exploration, situated just steps from a neighboring estate winery and the premier vineyard paths of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
