Ducks and geese along the water's edge, a maintained walking trail, and level gravel sites define the day-to-day experience at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, Illinois. Municipally managed and open from February through November, it draws a mix of RV travelers and tent campers looking for a low-key overnight stop or a multi-night stay near a lake. Campers planning a broader southern Illinois itinerary can browse campsites near Johnston City to compare options in the area.
The campground provides electric (30 and 50 amp) and water hookups for RVs up to 40 feet, plus a dump station, showers, and WiFi. Sites are divided into lakeside spots, wooded spots, and open interior sites, giving campers a real choice depending on what they prioritize. One practical note worth planning around: water pedestals are shared between every two sites, so a long hose is necessary to reach the hookup from some positions. The bathhouse closes at 8 p.m., which is worth factoring in for late arrivals.
Lori W. describes it as "very clean, level sites, large lake with a well maintained walking trail," a sentiment that comes up consistently across reviews. The campground host receives frequent mentions for friendliness, and cleanliness is the most commonly noted quality across the review set. Boat-in access is available, and a boat ramp is on site. Reservations are accepted, and pets are allowed. Given the campground's popularity with returning visitors, booking ahead for summer weekends is a reasonable precaution.
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Map & DirectionsArrowhead Lake Campground is located in Illinois near Johnston City
Directions
From jct I-57 (exit 59) & CR 2E/Broadway: Go 2 mi E on CR 2. Follow signs.
Address
1600 Peterson Avenue
Johnston City, IL 62951
Coordinates
37.82729963 N
88.91001767 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 54 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 11 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 35 min from Evansville, IN
- 1 hr 41 min from St. Louis, MO













