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Other Names | formerly Williams Hill Pass OHV Park, Shawnee National Forest |
Last Known Status | Open |
This off-road park features 225 acres of private land with over 22 miles of beautiful off-road trails in the Shawnee National Forest. In addition to off-road adventure, the park offers 14 RV hookup sites along with designated primitive camping areas. Amenities include 30/50 amp electrical hookups, hot showers, potable water, a dump station, hiking, and catch-and-release fishing. Firewood is also available for purchase. Reservations can be made by calling (618) 252-6978 or by emailing wmshillpass@gmail.com.
Permit Required | Yes | IL DNR OHV Public Access Permit |
Dates Open | Sunday through Friday 8am-8:30pm, Saturday 8am-10pm | |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | No | |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
ATVs | Permitted | |
UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | No | riding hours 8am to dusk |
Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
Alcohol | Prohibited | |
Rule Enforcement |
Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
Features | Public |
Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
Features | Public |
Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | Yes ($5.00 per person) fee for non-riders |
Riding | Yes ($20.00 per rider) |
Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $35.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
Our Rating | |
Recommended Stay | Full Day |
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Nearest City | Harrisburg, IL | ||
Address | 1935 Peak Road, Harrisburg, IL 62946 | ||
| From: Harrisburg, IL
1) Take SR-145 South (SR-34) about 6 miles 2) Turn left at fork on SR-34, continue 1.6 miles 3) Turn right on Peak Road, continue about 2 miles toward the park entrance. |
Contact Info | Williams Hill Pass RV Campground & OHV Park 935 Peak Road Harrisburg, IL 62946 (618) 252-6978 wmshillpass@gmail.com williamshillpass.org |
Approx Size | 225 acres | |
Miles Of Trail | 22 | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 400 to 600 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
Intersections | Some | |
Rider Traffic | Many | |
Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
Hazards | None | |
Novice | Mostly | |
Amateur | Some | |
Expert | Little |
Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (N) | Casey's General Store (618) 253-8484 |
Diesel | 5-20 Miles (N) | Casey's General Store (618) 253-8484 |
Water | On Site | |
RV Hookup | On Site | Electric Hookups Available |
RV Disposal | On Site | |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (N) | Casey's General Store (618) 253-8484 |
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