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flag LaRue Road in Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest is closed seasonally to protect snakes and amphibians during migration.

flag A 2.7-mile stretch of LaRue Road in Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest, known as “Snake Road,” is closed annually from September 1 to October 30 and March 15 to May 15 to protect snakes and amphibians during migration. flag The area, near the Mississippi River, hosts up to 23 snake species, including venomous cottonmouths, copperheads, and timber rattlesnakes, some of which are threatened or endangered. flag The U.S. Forest Service and Illinois Department of Natural Resources prohibit handling or collecting wildlife and warn of risks. flag Volunteer “Snake Sentinels” assist visitors during spring migration. flag Experts encourage observing the migration, especially in October, to foster appreciation for snakes’ ecological role. flag The road is closed to vehicles, though foot access may vary.

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