Illinois Camping – Campground Reservations

Directions 13 miles south of Galena, IL off HWY 20, turn west on Blackjack and follow directional signs. DO NOT TAKE DIGGIN HILL RD. Phone RANGER STATION: 563-582-0881 / CAMPGROUND ENTRANCE STATION: 815-591-2326 (5-8 PM DAILY) Activities CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS Keywords BLAN,MISSISSIPPI RV. RI Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Blanding Landing is situated in a lush river valley on the east bank of the great Mississippi, just 13 miles from Galena, Illinois. Rich deposits of minerals line the landscape. In the early 19th century, miners from around the globe flocked to the area in search of wealth from minerals. This was the nation’s first mineral rush, predating California’s legendary Gold Rush. Recreation The Mississippi River draws crowds of anglers each year. The most popular species is the channel catfish. Bluegill, walleye, crappie

Directions (Address: 25501 Boulder Access RD, Shattuc, IL 62231). From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west. Continue for 19 miles through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road and follow 7 miles to the day use and recreation area. Phone 618-226-3586 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords BLDR,BOULDER,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Boulder Day Use Area is situated on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation Boulder Day Use Area provides recreation both on the water and on shore. A boat ramp and courtesy dock are provided, and the vast lake allows for

Directions Address: 25501 Boulder Access RD, Shattuc, IL 62231. From I-57, turn west onto Old U.S. Highway 50. Continue for 19 miles through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road and follow seven miles to the campground. Phone 618-226-3586 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA Keywords BORA,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Boulder Recreation Area is situated on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest manmade lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime,

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 19 miles, through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road/2400E and continue for 4 miles, then turn east on 1700N and continue until the road connects with 2400E. Continue south to the Coles Creek entrance. Phone 618-226-3211 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords CCRK,COLES CREEK,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Coles Creek Day Use Area is situated on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Route 50 west for 19 miles through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road and continue for 4 miles, then turn onto 1700 and continue until the road connects with 2400. Continue south to the Coles Creek entrance. Address: 16225 Coles Creek RD, Carlyle, IL 62231 Phone 618-226-3211 Activities CAMPING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords CORA,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Coles Creek Day Use Area is situated on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis and a few miles from the town of Carlyle, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on

Directions From Shelbyville, Illinois: Go 4.5 miles north of Shelbyville on State Route 128 to County Road 1750 N. Turn right (east) and drive 0.9 miles to County Road 1900 E. Make a left (north) and go 0.35 mile to County Road 1785 N. Turn right (east) and drive 1.75 miles to County Road 2075 E. Turn right (south) and go 1.7 miles to the facility. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords COOC,LAKE SHELBYVILLE,COON CREEK LAKE SHELBYVILLE,LAKE SHELBYVILLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Coon Creek is a large campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. Families enjoy the playground, swimming area and shaded campsites within the facility. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing,

Directions From I-57 take take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right again on Main Dam Road. Continue 3 miles to the camp entrance on the left. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords DALM,SLEEPY HOLLOW,REND LAKE,DALE MILLER YOUTH AREA,YOUTH AREA,GROUP CAMP,DMYA,DALE MILLER CABINS,REND LAKE CABINS,SOUTH MARCUM,SOUTH MARCUM CABINS,DEER CAMP,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area.Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raqccoon,

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Route 50 west for 37 miles to the Dam East entrance road and turn north. Turn east at the next intersection and continue for 1.2 miles to Dam East Day Use Area. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING Keywords DARA,SOUTH SHORE BOAT RAMP,DAM EAST DAY USE CARLYLE LK,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Dam East Recreation Area is situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime,

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Route 50 west for 37 miles to the Dam East entrance road and turn north. Turn west at the next intersection and proceed west for 1.2 miles to the Dam East Spillway. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, FISHING Keywords DAM8,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Dam East Spillway Day Use Area is situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime, and

Directions From I-57 take take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. Continue for 3 miles, then turn north on Rend City Road. The entrance is on the right after about 4 miles, just past the main dam. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, DAY USE AREA, WATER ACCESS Keywords DAWA,REND LAKE,DAM WEST,DAM SHELTER,SHELTER 6,BY THE REND LK. PROJECT OFFICE,PICNIC SHELTER 6,SOUTH OF THE MARINA,JUST N.OF THE REND LAKE DAM,DAM WEST AREA DAY USE REND LK,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife

Directions From I-70, take State Route 127 south to Carlyle and turn east on Williams Road/1840 E. Williams Road will turn into Lake Road/1430 N. Continue on Lake Road south to the day use area, located on the left. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords DWDU,DAM WEST,DAM WEST DAY USE CARLYLE LK,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Dam West Day Use Area is situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake

Directions From I-70, take State Route 127 south to Carlyle and turn east on William Road. Continue for 1/2-mile and turn north on Lake Road to reach the campground or turn south to reach the day use area. Phone 618-594-4410 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords DAWR,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Dam West Recreation Area is a campground and day-use area situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is

Directions From I-70, take State Route 127 south to Carlyle and turn east on William Road. Continue for 1/2-mile to Lake Road and turn south, following signs to the park. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING Keywords DAWS,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Dam West Spillway has a reservable group picnic shelter situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime, and white bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, largemouth bass, freshwater drum, carp,

Directions From Interstate 80, take Exit 1 for Highway 84, East Moline/Savanna. Travel South on Highway 84 S/2nd Ave and follow for 1.5 miles to the campground. Entrance to campground will be on the right. From East Moline, travel North on Highway 84. Entrance to campground will be on the left. Phone THOMSON RANGER OFFICE: 815-259-3628 OR FISHERMAN’S CORNER FEE BOOTH: 309-496-2720 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA Keywords FICO,FISHERMAN S CORNER,MISSISSIPPI RV. RI Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Overview With impressive views of the mighty Mississippi River, Fishermans Corner provides convenient RV and tent camping facilities for outdoor enthusiasts. The lush river landscape provides plenty of shade, and activities from water sports to hiking to wildlife viewing. Eagle watching is particularly popular during the winter months at Fishermans Corner. Recreation Although there is no river access from within the campground, the Fishermans

Directions From Sullivan, Illinois, take State Route 32 south for two miles to the Forrest W. ”Bo” Wood sign, then turn right and drive a half-mile to the campground. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, VISITOR CENTER, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords FWBO,BO WOOD,LAKE SHELBYVILLE,FORREST W Bo WOOD Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Forrest W. ”Bo” Wood Recreation Area has a large campground on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing. Recreation Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the water, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish

Directions From I-57 take exit 77 and turn west on Route 154. Turn left onto Gun Creek Trail/Larry Foster Parkway, then right onto Golf Course Road. Continue 1/2 mile to park entrance. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, KAYAKING Keywords GUNC,REND LAKE,GUN CREEK CAMPGROUND,GUN CREEK,NIGHTHAWK,BLUEJAY,CARDINAL,EAGLE,GOLF COURSE CAMPGROUND,BEHIND REND LAKE GOLF COURSE,BY THE GOLF BALL WATER TOWER,BY THE ARTISANS SHOP,BY ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKETPLACE,AT THE SESSER EXIT,BY EXIT 77,BY HWY 57,BEH Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in

Directions From I-70, take State Route 127 south for 10 miles. Turn east on Clinton Road, continue east for four miles to the town of Keyesport, then follow signs to the recreation area. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords KEYS,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Keyesport Recreation Area is situated on the western shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of small towns combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime, and white bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, largemouth bass, freshwater drum, carp, flathead

Directions From Shelbyville, Illinois, go three miles east of Shelbyville on State Route 16 to County Road 2200E. Turn left and go two miles to County Road 1500N. Turn left again and drive 1.4 miles to the campground. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords LISP,LAKE SHELBYVILLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Lithia Springs Campground sits on the eastern shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility has a variety of amenities and offers outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing. Recreation Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Lithia Springs provides a boat ramp, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the

Directions From Shelbyville, Illinois, go 4.5 miles north on State Route 128 to County Road 1750 N. Turn right and drive 0.9 miles to County Road 1900 E, then make a left and go 0.35 mile. Turn right onto County Road 1785 N and continue 2.5 miles to County Road 2150 E. Turn right and go 0.7 mile to County Road 1725 N, then take a left and travel 0.25 mile to County Road 2175 E. Turn right and continue 0.7 mile to the campground. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA Keywords LOPO,LAKE SHELBYVILLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Lone Point is a secluded campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility has a variety of campsites that can accommodate large and small

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 19 miles, through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road/2400E. After 4 miles turn east on 1700N and continue until the road connects with 2400E. Continue south and turn right just before reaching the Coles Creek entrance road. Proceed north to Lotus Group Area. Phone 618-226-3211 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, HUNTING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA Keywords LOTU,COLES CREEK LOTUS,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview The Lotus Group Area is on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The campground provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy

Directions From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 22 miles to the Dam East Entrance road. Turn north and continue through the four-way intersection to the McNair Group Area. Phone 618-594-5253 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords MCGR,DAM EAST REC AREA,SOUTH SHORE,CARLYLE LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview McNair Group Area has a reservable group shelter on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois’ largest man-made lake. Recreation The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are provided, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime, and

Directions From I-57 exit 77- go west on IL Route 154 for .25 miles. Turn left onto Gun Creek Trail. Go south 3 miles to Marcum Branch Road. Turn right on Marcum Branch Road. Go 1.5 miles to park entrance. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WATER ACCESS Keywords NMAD,NORTH MARCUM BEACH,REND LAKE,NORTH MARCUM,NORTH MARCUM DAY USE,SHELTER 7,SHELTER 8,PICNIC SHELTER 7,PICNIC SHELTER 8,SHELTERS ACROSS FROM THE BEACH,BY THE WATER PLANT,BY THE RLCD OFFICE,BY THE CLOSED CAMPGROUND,SHELTERS ON MARUM BRANCH ROAD,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of

Directions From I-57 take exit 77 and turn west on Route 154. After 4.5 miles turn south onto Rend City Road. Continue through the four-way stop and follow signs to the campground. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords NSAN,REND LAKE,NORTH SANDUSKY,THE SANDUSKYS,PINTAIL,RINGNECK,WOODUCK,SHAGBARK,MAPLE,SWEETGUM,HICKORY,WHITE OAK,DUCK LOOPS,BY COY & WILMA’S CAMPGROUND,BY SQUIRREL’S NEST,SOUTH OF 154,SOUTH OF THE POLLING PLACE,SOUTH OF BARREN TOWNSHIP BUILD,BY JACKIE BRANC Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change

Directions From I-57 take take exit 77, and turn west onto Route 154. Continue for 4.5 miles, then turn south on Rend City Road. Continue through the stop sign to the park entrance. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE, DISC GOLF Keywords NSAD,REND LAKE,NORTH SANDUSKY,NORTH SANDUSKY DAY USE,NORTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND,PICNIC SHELTER 3,PICNIC SHELTER 4,SHELTER 3,SHELTER 4,BY COY AND WILMA’S CAMPGROUND,BY THE SQUIRREL’S NEST C. G.,SOUTH OF HWY 154,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon opossum,

Directions From Shelbyville, Illinois, take State Route 128 north for 3.5 miles. Turn right onto County Road 1650 N. Continue nearly a mile to County Road 1880 E. Turn right and travel 0.5 mile to County Road 1600 N. Turn right again and drive one mile into the Opossum Creek facility. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, VISITOR CENTER, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords OPOS,LAKE SHELBYVILLE,LAKE SHELBYVILLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Opossum Creek Recreation Area has a quiet campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing. Click Here for a Virtual Tour Recreation Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Opossum

Directions From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Rd. Continue 3 miles to the park entrance on the left. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SMAR,OWL’S ROOST,BEAVER LODGE,BUCK RIDGE,COVEY POINT,WHISPERING PINES,SOUTH MARCUM,MARCUM,REND LAKE,REND LAKE VISITOR CENTER,REND LAKE DAM,PARTY COVE,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossu, waterfowl, and others as seasons change

Directions From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. Continue for 3 miles, then turn north on Rend City Road, turn right on Rend Lake Dam Rd. The entrance is on the left after about 3 miles, just past the main dam. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SMAD,SHELTER 9,REND LAKE,SOUTH MARCUM,SOUTH MARCUM DAY USE,BY THE VISITOR CENTER,BY SOUTH MARCUM BOAT RAMP,ACROSS FROM DALE MILLER BEACH,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the are includes deer, turkey,

Directions From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then continue for 6 miles to the campground entrance on the right. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE, STAR GAZING Keywords SSAN,REND LAKE,SOUTH SANDUSKY,DOGWOOD,REDBUD,PINE TREE,PINE OAK,SYCAMORE,BY THE BIG BEACH,WITH THE BICYCLE TRAIL,BY BLACKBERRY TRAIL,BY THE MARINA,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change

Directions From I-57 take take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. Continue for 3 miles, then turn north on Rend City Road. The entrance is on the right after about 5 miles, just past the Rend Lake Dam. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SSAD,SOUTH SANDUSKY BEACH,THE BEACH,SANDUSKY BEACH,REND LAKE BEACH,THE BIG BEACH,THE BEACH ON THE MAIN LAKE,REND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as

Directions From I-57: Take take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Road. Continue 3 miles to the park entrance on the left. Phone 618-724-2493 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords Spillway Group Area,Spillway Group Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Congratulations! You’ve just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossu, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year. Whether you’re looking

Directions Take IL Route 84 to Thomson, Illinois. Turn west onto Main Street, then turn south onto Lewis Avenue. Phone 815-259-3628 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA Keywords THOS,MISSISSIPPI RV. RI,thompson Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism Overview Thomson Causeway provides the unique experience of island camping on the great Mississippi River and it’s well worth a try! The western edge of the recreation area offers visitors an unobstructed view of the widest spot on the Upper Mississippi River Basin, 3.5 miles from shore-to-shore. Here, campers can enjoy memorable views of the river and the valley, and partake in plenty of great water activities. Recreation Popular activities include fishing, hiking, hunting, biking and boating. Common fish species include the channel catfish, bluegill, walleye, large mouth bass, and northern pike. The Central Trail section of the famous Mississippi River Trail passes beside

Directions From Sullivan, Illinois, go west on State Route 121 for 5 miles. Turn left on County Road 5 and drive 3.5 miles, then make a right on County Road 18 and drive 0.75 miles to the campground. Phone 217-774-3951 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords WCGC,LAKE SHELBYVILLE,WILBORN CREEK GROUP CAMP,LAKE SHELBYVILLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Tourism Illinois State Road Conditions Overview Wilborn Creek Group Camp sits on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing. Recreation Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. A boat ramp, courtesy dock and fish cleaning station are about a mile from the group camp, and for those without a boat, several