Charley Brown City Park operates as a municipal campground from May 15 to November 15, providing basic amenities including electric and water hookups, restrooms, and showers. The campground accommodates RVs up to 35 feet and allows pets. Sites lack clear markings, with campers positioning themselves near power poles across grassy areas that work better for tent camping than RV setups.
The facility includes picnic tables and fire rings scattered throughout the grounds, plus a dump station for RV waste disposal. Recent bathroom renovations faced vandalism issues, though shower access remains available during city pool hours. Campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere and proximity to a Walmart for supplies. For a more structured camping experience, Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area offers designated sites about 13 miles west.
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Location
Public CampgroundCharley Brown City Park is located in Illinois
Directions
From Jct of Hwy 50 & Rte 45, W 1 mi on Hwy 50 to cnty rd, S 0.75 mi to 2nd cnty rd, W 1 mi (L)
Coordinates
38.66667043 N
88.53874836 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Evansville, IN
- 1 hr 43 min from Terre Haute, IN
- 1 hr 44 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 49 min from Decatur, IL











