Marion County High Point Trip Report

Date: November 25, 2001
Author: Jon Mann

These two areas, approximately 1 mile south of Kinmundy, are easy to reach year-round, thanks to fence lines. From Kinmundy, follow the signs to Stephen Forbes State Park from IL 37. IL 37 parallels I-57, so this county is a short detour for travelers. Follow the signs south through the two decaying blocks of downtown Kinmundy, then turn east, crossing the railroad tracks. Turn south on the marked (to Forbes State Park) intersection with Washington Street. Follow this road south into the country, up to a crest in the road. There are field entrance pullouts on either side. Park here. Follow the fence line west 250 yards to crest in hill, where there are fence posts that allow access to the pasture to the north. As is the case with many fields, the highest remaining areas are right along the fence line (due to erosion of the plowed fields), and these two areas are no exception. No area is higher than the fence line on this side. Head back east, cross the road, and follow the fence/tree line east 3/10 mile to high ground. I felt the highest area was in some blackberry brambles along the property line, but walked into the field to fully Lobdellize the county.