| Alt Names |
Williams Hill Pass, Williams Hill Pass ATV Park, Williams Hill Pass OHV Area, Williams Hill Pass Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Park, Shawnee National Forest |
| DESCRIPTION |
Located in the scenic Shawnee National Forest, this OHV park has an MX track, pee-wee track flat dirt track, hiking and ATV trails plus catch and release fishing opportunities. Primitive camping is available which includes picnic tables and fire rings. Shower facilities are available and ice and firewood can be purchased onsite. The park is open Thursday through Sunday from 8am to dusk and is closed only during deer hunting season. Weekday riding can be arranged for groups of five or more.
More Info... |
| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Harrisburg, IL |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 37º 37.694' W 88º 30.274' |
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From: Harrisburg, IL
1) Take SR-145 south (SR-34) about 6 miles
2) Turn left at fork onto SR-34, continue 1.6 miles
3) Turn right on Peak Rd., continue about 2 miles to the park |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail, Track |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
|
| Dates Open |
Thursday-Sunday |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
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| Night Riding |
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| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
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| ATVs |
Some Areas |
| 4x4s (registered) |
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| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
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| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
|
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
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| Law Enforcement |
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| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
Yes ($12.00 per rider)
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| Camping Fee |
Yes
Tent: $12.00
RV: $0.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Williams Hill Pass OHV Park
1935 Peak Road
Harrisburg, IL 62946
(618) 252-6978
(618) 525-6061
williamshillpass@wildblue.net
www.williamshillpass.com
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| TERRAIN |
| Miles Of Trail |
15 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
400 to 600 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
 Few |
| Novice Terrain |
 Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
 Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Gasoline |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Diesel |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Water |
Harrisburg, IL |
| RV Hookup |
Harrisburg, IL |
| RV Disposal |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Campground |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Conv Store |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Swim Area |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Water Body |
Harrisburg, IL |
| Boat Ramp |
Harrisburg, IL |
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