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Explosives Road Trailhead

The Explosives Road Trailhead provides access to the 1.6 mile Newton Loop trail. This is a great bird watching area for Henslow sparrows, loggerhead shrikes, bobolinks, eastern meadowlarks, and dickcissels.

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 41.367685, -88.134341

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center
  • The Silversmith Hotel
  • Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
  • Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education
  • Indiana Dunes National Park Programs and Tours
  • West Beach Picnic Shelters

Frequently asked questions

Is Explosives Road Trailhead reservable?

Explosives Road Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Explosives Road Trailhead?

See the map for Explosives Road Trailhead's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Explosives Road Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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