Sauget is a village situated within the American Bottom, a flat floodplain of the Mississippi River in Southern Illinois. While the immediate area is characterized by its industrial landscape, it serves as a gateway to the diverse natural environments of the broader Southern Illinois region. This makes the area a starting point for exploring opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling in the surrounding natural areas.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Sauget and its vicinity, komoot offers numerous routes across several sports, including hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling. The flat terrain of the American Bottom provides accessible routes for cycling, while the nearby Southern Illinois region features more varied landscapes for hiking and trail running. Over more than 2,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars for routes in the area. Explore options for Hiking around Sauget, or find suitable paths for Running Trails around Sauget. Cyclists can discover various options for Cycling around Sauget, ranging from leisurely rides to more challenging road cycling routes.
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21.7km
05:33
80m
80m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.53km
00:58
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.82km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.51km
00:24
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23.9km
01:12
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16.2km
00:41
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.9km
02:16
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300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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6.73km
00:42
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.19km
00:39
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.8km
01:44
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.36km
00:52
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60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.0km
01:37
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.6km
01:29
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.1km
01:04
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The region surrounding Sauget offers diverse outdoor activities. These include hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling. Komoot provides numerous routes for these sports in the vicinity, with an average rating of 4.61 stars from more than 2,000 visitors.
Significant hiking opportunities are found in the broader Southern Illinois region. Notable locations include Shawnee National Forest, home to destinations like Garden of the Gods, and state parks such as Giant City State Park and Pere Marquette State Park. For specific routes, explore Hiking around Sauget.
Yes, the Southern Illinois region offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easy and family-friendly options. For example, the Observation Trail at Garden of the Gods is a half-mile loop, and the Central Garden Trail is a 1.5-mile easy roundtrip. Komoot also features a guide for Easy hikes around Sauget.
The flat terrain of the American Bottom near Sauget provides accessible routes for cycling. The broader Southern Illinois region also features scenic river trails and routes through state parks. Cyclists can find various options in the Cycling around Sauget guide.
Yes, the area offers routes specifically for road cycling. These routes often utilize the flatter sections of the American Bottom and connect to scenic roads in the wider region. Details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Sauget guide.
Running trails are available in the surrounding natural areas of Southern Illinois. These include paths within state parks and other natural preserves. For specific jogging routes, consult the Running Trails around Sauget guide.
The broader Southern Illinois region features several significant natural attractions. These include the unique sandstone formations at Garden of the Gods within Shawnee National Forest, the large sandstone bluffs of Giant City State Park, and the extensive Pere Marquette State Park along the Mississippi River.
Many trails in the Southern Illinois region, including those in Shawnee National Forest and various state parks, permit dogs. Specific regulations may vary by park or trail, so it is advisable to check local guidelines before visiting.
Generally, permits are not required for day-use hiking or cycling on public trails in the Southern Illinois region's state parks or national forest. However, specific activities like camping or certain events may require permits or fees.
Outdoor activities in the Sauget vicinity are popular on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the area have received an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the Sauget area, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Sauget, Easy hikes around Sauget, Running Trails around Sauget, Cycling around Sauget, and Road Cycling Routes around Sauget.
The Village of Sauget can be contacted by phone. The available phone numbers are +1-618-337-4683 or +1-618-337-5267. An official dedicated website for the village was not found.

