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Williams Hill Pass OHV Park
Friday, April 28, 2023
| Other Names | Shawnee National Forest |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This off-road park features 230 acres of private land with miles of twisty ATV trails that wind through a mixed hardwood forest. The property is also surrounded by the scenic Shawnee National Forest which has additional miles of hiking trails to explore.
Onsite Polaris UTV rentals and seven fully furnished cabin are available for rent, making this the perfect vacation destination for those who don’t want to bring their own machines and want comfortable onsite lodging accommodations. Reservations can be easily made by contacting the office at (618) 771-1400.
The park also has a campground with eight RV hookup sites and plenty of room for primitive camping, plus catch and release fishing. Guests are allowed to bring their own ATV, UTV or dirt bike to enjoy the trails.
Amenities include hot showers, lantern holders, fire rings and picnic tables. Ice, firewood and some toiletry items can be purchased onsite. The park is open daily, year-round except during deer hunting season. Call before you haul.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | IL DNR OHV Public Access Permit |
| Dates Open | Daily 9am-6:30pm | |
| 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 | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| 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 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per person) fee for non-riders |
| Riding | Yes ($15.00 per rider) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $25.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| 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. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Street Offroad Rentals 1935 Peak Road Harrisburg, IL 62946 (618) 771-1400 streetoffroadrentals@gmail.com |
| Comment | Onsite Polaris UTV rentals. |
Williams Hill Pass OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 6/28/2020 (Thanks!)
Williams Hill Pass OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 6/28/2020 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 230 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| 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 |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 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 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS