- Staff
- #1
- Trail/Route Name
- Dutchman Lake
- Date of Hike
- 06/07/25
- Mileage
- 2
- Difficulty Level
- Hard
- Trip Rating
- Trail Conditions
- A lot of bushwhacking to see the better features
Dutchman Lake is located north of Vienna, Illinois in the Shawnee National Forest.
Google Maps:
While driving down the gravel road (slowly as there are potholes and erosion), look for a parking area on your right with some trails. You should also see the lake in front of you.
Park there and take the trails. Cross the first creek and keep going. The second and third creek will each lead to nice waterfalls if you go in the direction away from the lake. There are some trails, but they're not officially maintained aside from the main River to River Trail that crosses the creeks.
There is a lot to see in this area including waterfalls, rock formations, natural shelters, and more.
Google Maps:
While driving down the gravel road (slowly as there are potholes and erosion), look for a parking area on your right with some trails. You should also see the lake in front of you.
Park there and take the trails. Cross the first creek and keep going. The second and third creek will each lead to nice waterfalls if you go in the direction away from the lake. There are some trails, but they're not officially maintained aside from the main River to River Trail that crosses the creeks.
There is a lot to see in this area including waterfalls, rock formations, natural shelters, and more.
