📜 Road closed semiannually for migration of thousands of snakes, reptiles, and amphibians. 🔍 Located between sheer cliff faces and a swamp in southern Illinois.
🐍 Observe unique animal migration
🏞️ Explore natural habitats and diverse biodiversity
🚶 Hike to Inspiration Point for scenic views of rivers and floodplains
🚫 Handling wildlife or picking plants is illegal
🚧 Road closed to vehicles during migration seasons
⚠️ Southern entrance rail crossing may cause delays
🅿️ Parking available at southern (LaRue Road) and northern (Muddy Levee Road) entrances.
🚶♀️ Critters often rest in the middle of the one-lane gravel road during closures.
🏞️ Pine Hills area road is drivable in good weather for Inspiration Point views.
Last updated 6 days ago
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