Anderson Lake SFWA

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Situated along the shore of Anderson Lake in west-central Illinois, this Illinois Department of Natural Resources campground draws repeat visitors making overnight stops while traveling through the region. Access comes by drive-in or boat, fees run $0 to $8 per night, and the site includes vault toilets, a dump station, trash service, and cell coverage. Pets are welcome. Vault toilets are reported clean, though water availability can be inconsistent due to infrastructure issues. Nearby, Anderson Lake State Conservation Area sits just 0.2 miles southwest. Bird watching along the lake draws return visits. This campground works best for travelers wanting a low-cost, no-frills stop with lake access.

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Map & DirectionsAnderson Lake SFWA is located in Illinois near Wolf Lake

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Coordinates

40.196986 N
90.202707 W

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Connectivity

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Connectivity

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    No Coverage
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

Contact

General Info

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Reviewed Apr. 6, 2024

Simple yet beautiful & peaceful.

We have been here 3 Xs over the pas years as a stop over while traveling. They only have vault toilets, but clean. This time no water due to water break.issue. just a nice place on a beautiful lake. Nice for bird watching.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Anderson Lake SFWA?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Anderson Lake SFWA, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Anderson Lake SFWA have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Anderson Lake SFWA does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Anderson Lake SFWA?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.