Friends of Shimek State Forest

The purpose of the Friends of Shimek is to support the DNR staff in developing and maintaining the Shimek campgrounds and equestrian trails consistent with good forestry practices and the protection of our state's natural resources. The Lick Creek Unit has two public equestrian campgrounds with over 25 miles of trails for equestrians, bicyclists and hikers in Shimek's Lick Creek Unit. The two primitive campgrounds are White Oak and Bitternut Campgrounds.

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Dirt Trails are CLOSED 4-18-24

The dirt trails have been CLOSED.

As of 4/18/24 9:30 AM, Shimek Lick Creek DIRT trails closed to riding due to rainfall received. Wet Weather Trails are still open. Status message also available from Forester John Byrd on the Shimek Forest office phone at 319-878-3811.

It is Spring! We can most definitely expect to have a roller coaster ride of weather. We will post when the trails are reopened. Until then, enjoy the WWT.

Stay safe,

Kathy

Secretary/Editor

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Dirt Trails are CLOSED as of 4-2-24

ForesterJohn Byrd has CLOSED the Dirty Trails.

4/2/24... 8:19AM Yes-DIRT TRAILS ARE NOW CLOSED to riding in the Lick Creek Unit of Shimek Forest.. Rain has been coming down off and on all night and still is ....So:

As the rain continues to fall, we must appreciate this will be only temporary. Spring is here. Flowers are starting to pop up and bloom in places. One of these days very soon the weather will be nice and warm again.

Until that time,

Stay Safe