Jackson Falls

Spring is here! Grab the boots -- we're goin' outside!

Let's venture westward to Jackson Falls in the Shawnee National Forest. In addition to the picturesque waterfall, expect towering sandstone bluffs, babbling creeks, and all the fresh greenery that makes spring my favorite season!--- More Break ---

We'll hike a clockwise loop on Trail #49.

• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: 4 to 6 miles

WHAT TO BRING

• Sturdy shoes for hiking
• Day Bag
• Water (for drinking) and snacks
• Packed lunch (in your day bag)
• Sunscreen and Bug spray
• Walking stick or hiking poles (optional)
• Clean shoes for the car ride (leave in the car)

WHEN/WHERE

We'll carpool from Lowe's (Oak Grove Rd) in Evansville. It's just over 2hr each direction.

==ALL TIMES LISTED IN CDT==

• 8:00a - Meet to Carpool
• 8:05a - Carpool leaves
• 10:30a - Meet at Jackson Falls trailhead
• 12:00p - Lunch on trail
• 3:00p - Depart for Evansville
• 5:30p - Arrive in Evansville

(OPTIONAL: Stick around for overnight camping and a Sunday Rappelling.)

GROUND RULES

• Leave no trace, and pack out all your trash.
• No children.
• Dogs permitted (see notes!)

NOTES

• Take care around the bluffs. They may be slick.
• I recommend treating your clothes and gear with permethrin before this trip.
• Dogs may hike off-leash. However you should always keep a leash on-hand for use around other people or in dangerous areas.

MAPS / INFORMATION

• Carpool from Lowes (Google Maps): https://maps.app.goo.gl/yPuRc9TevUKUgGZ5A
• Trailhead (Google Maps): https://maps.app.goo.gl/8zeRDNec7VrEmzEr9
• Jackson Falls Brochure (USDA): https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd497458.pdf