Carlyle Lake draws crowds. The lake sees heavy use, and the campground itself is gated, which provides some structure to site access. Situated along Carlyle Lake in southwestern Illinois, this established campground includes electric and water hookups, showers, drinking water, and picnic tables, making it a functional base for boaters and anglers. Reservations are available, and pets are permitted. Those exploring campgrounds around Carlyle will find several options clustered nearby, including Dam West - Lake Carlyle roughly half a mile away. Book ahead during warmer months when lake traffic runs high.
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Map & DirectionsCarlyle Lake Campgrounds is located in Illinois near Carlyle
Coordinates
38.61420005 N
89.36330075 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 53 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 35 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 46 min from Decatur, IL
- 1 hr 59 min from Cape Girardeau, MO




