Shepherd Mountain Inn & Suites - Pilot Knob

Hotel in Pilot Knob with an award-winning BBQ restaurant, family suites with kitchenettes, and direct access to Elephant Rocks and Johnson's Shut-Ins State Parks

Family-Oriented Rooms & Suites

Shepherd Mountain Inn & Suites Pilot Knob provides family rooms for up to six guests with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Select units come as One-Bedroom Queen Suites with Spa Bath, featuring a full kitchen, living room, and a Jacuzzi for one. Specific suites include a 42-inch TV in both the living room and bedroom, plus a desk, recliner, and charging stations for phones.

On-Site Dining

The on-site Baylee Jo's BBQ Restaurant serves award-winning barbecue for lunch and dinner, with options like brisket, ribs, and pork steak. Guests can purchase the restaurant's house-made cherry and cherry glaze BBQ sauces to take home. A free hot breakfast is provided daily from 7-10 AM, prepared fresh and served on real dishes with real silverware.

Grounds & Outdoor Spaces

Shepherd Mountain Inn and Suites has spacious grounds with large grassy areas, outdoor picnic tables, and a grill for guest use. A small creek runs behind the property with benches offering a place to watch wildlife such as hawks. Special trails designed for guests with visual and physical handicaps are available on the property.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Fort Davidson State Historic Site is a 12-minute walk from the inn. A short drive takes guests to Elephant Rocks State Park and Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. Taum Sauk Mountain and Twin Oaks Vineyard & Winery are also within driving distance, and a Save A Lot grocery store is directly across the road.

Guest Services

Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, a tour desk for local recommendations, and daily housekeeping. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi and free parking in a lot that accommodates large vehicles. A meeting and banquet facility is available on-site, and the main building offers a vending machine.

• Location: 12-minute walk to Fort Davidson, short drive to Elephant Rocks and Johnson's Shut-Ins
• Rooms: Family suites for six with kitchenettes, One-Bedroom Queen Suites with Spa Bath
• Dining: On-site Baylee Jo's award-winning BBQ and daily free hot breakfast
• Recreation: Large grassy picnic areas, creek, and special trails for visually and physically handicapped guests
• Services: Private check-in, tour desk, free parking and Wi-Fi