Giant City State Park Cabins

A third of a mile long and taking around 30 minutes to complete, this trail has varied terrain that lets you see mushroom rock and other fascinating geologic formations. Spot prickly pear cactuses on the sandstone bluffs here.

This trail takes about 45 minutes to complete. See sycamore and tulip trees, and stop to rest at the shelter cave. Watch for woodpeckers working busily in the woods.

The most popular hike, this trail akes an hour and brings you to the "Giant City Streets,"' where the "buildings" are tall rock formations thought to be carved slowly and naturally by the area's mildly acidic rain over the years.

This mammoth path is 12 miles long, with rugged terrain that's more untouched than that of the park's other trails. You'll find yourself in serene silence, save for the local wildlife, of course! Rabbits, raccoons, and deer are among some of the critters you can spot here.

The range here lets you practise your aim in a controlled environment. From Labor Day to the end of April, you can enjoy this exciting and often competitive sport with friends and family.

Make the most of bank fishing at the many ponds throughout the park, such as Piney, Makanda, and Allen, where you can you can catch bluegill, bigmouth bass, and red ear sunfish. There's a bait and tackle shop in nearby Carbondale.

Guided horse riding is available from Giant City Stables to the north of the park. Lessons are available, and once you're confident, you can set out on a guided trail ride.

Devil's Standtable Cliff and the Shelter One Bluff at the Makanda Entrance are two locations for these thrilling sports.