Piney Creek Ravine
2280 Piney Creek Road , Chester, IL 62916
Hiking & Trails
Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area is an Illinois state park on 198 acres in Jackson and Randolph Counties. One cliff face in the ravine contains several Native American petroglyphs, along with modern graffiti.
West of DuQuoin and south of Steeleville on the Randolph-Jackson County line is a unique 198-acre area known as Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area. Purchased in 1972 for its rare plant species and other natural features, it is one of only two locations in the state where short-leaf pines grow naturally. Piney Creek Ravine is a dedicated nature preserve within the Illinois State Nature Preserve system. Offers a really great hike that is very easy to follow. Beautiful rock walls and ledges, creek crossings, and of course, the ancient art.
