Shades State Park, Waveland

Shades State Park reviews

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4.8

• By pauldY2416KE

  Shades ateat park Backpacing trail This was a grat park. I was at sister park Turkey runn and even on Monday morning it was crowded. Shades is just down the road. They have a backpackers trail...  more »

• By TDW_3002

  First time visitor! As many mention - not real crowded- trail #2 was really challenging and fun - probably not for small children  more »

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• By James Eaton

  Very laid back and every time I’ve gone there hasn’t been a lot of people. Most of the trails are rather short so you can definitely bust the park out in a day but the trails are pleasant and somewhat challenging in a few spots. Definitely worth visiting if you’re within a few hour drive.

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• By Amie Schneider

  A beautiful State Park. While Starved Rock is more well know, it's also more crowded. This is a great hidden gem! Be ready for a LOT of stairs and if willing some rugged trails with ladders and hiking stream beds. I highly recommend!

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