Description
Overview
Cedar Lake Campground is a 148-acre, family-owned private campground in Vienna, Illinois (Johnson County), bordered on two sides by the Shawnee National Forest. The property centers on a 25-acre private lake and caters to a broad mix of campers including RVers, tent campers, cabin guests, and equestrians. The campground was formerly known as Cedar Lake Ranch and was purchased and renamed by the current family in 2008.
Facilities
The campground offers RV sites with electric and water hookups, primitive tent sites, and cabin rentals. Amenities include bathrooms, showers, a pavilion/clubhouse, playground, basketball court, and on-site garbage service. Gravel pads are standard per directory listings. The private lake supports fishing, swimming (for a fee), and non-motorized watercraft including kayaks and canoes.
Recreation
The property borders Shawnee National Forest, giving campers direct access to hiking and equestrian riding trails. The campground is described as horse-friendly with infrastructure for horses and a tack store. The Tunnel Hill State Trail (Illinois' longest bicycle trail) is accessible nearby. Special events are hosted on-site seasonally per the Campspot listing.
Map & DirectionsCedar Lake Campground is located in Illinois near Simpson
Address
2090 Gilead Church Road
Vienna, IL 62995
Coordinates
37.499545 N
88.799191 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
