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Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

Red Hills Lake State Park, near Sumner, Illinois, is a charming campground that offers a mix of relaxation and outdoor fun. With clean sites and electric hookups, it’s a comfortable place to set up camp, whether you’re in a tent, RV, or cabin.

The park features a lovely lake that’s perfect for fishing, and many visitors have enjoyed casting their lines for bass and bluegill. You’ll find plenty of trails for hiking and exploring, making it a great spot for those who love to get out and enjoy nature. One camper mentioned, “Great walking woods,” highlighting the scenic surroundings.

Amenities include picnic tables and showers, ensuring you have what you need for a pleasant stay. While the on-site restaurant may not always be open, campers have noted the good food when it is, and there are small towns nearby for additional dining options. The atmosphere is generally quiet, making it a nice escape from the hustle and bustle.

Whether you’re here for a weekend fishing trip or a family getaway, Red Hills Lake State Park has a welcoming vibe and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained.

Description

State Park

For longer stays at Red Hills State Park, there are more than 100 Class A campsites with vehicular access that provide electricity, a sanitary dump station, water and access to a modern handicapped-accessible building with showers and flush toilets. Some sites are pull-through with 50 amp service.

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Location

Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park is located in Illinois

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Directions

Located in Lawrence County on US Rt #50 between Olney and Lawrenceville near the town of Sumner. From US Rt #41 at Vincennes, Indiana, the park is located 18 miles west on Rt. 50. From the junction of I-57 and Rt. 50 at Salem the park is located 65 miles east. From the junction of IL Rt 1 and Rt. 50 at Lawrenceville the park is 8 miles west. From Chicago take I-57 to Mattoon. Go east on Rt. 16 to Charleston, then take Rt. 130 south to Olney, and travel east on Rt. 50 to the park.

Address

1100 North and 400 East RR 2
Sumner, IL 62466

Coordinates

38.73000051 N
87.83600082 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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9 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 19, 2022

Nice weekend camping

Beautiful lake with good fishing. Spots are a little unleveled but not bad. Nice restaurant, a little pricey but good food.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Nov. 5, 2021

Beautiful Fall Visit

Just got here but very pleased so far. Nice fresh gravel sites. Lots of trails it seems. Lake is nice sized but not too big. Wish the restaurant was open, but told it may be next Spring. A little issue with the electric @ 1st but maintenance was out right away & got everything up & running. Easy entrance off IL-50. All roads in newly paved. Campground Host (Russ) very attentive and helpful. Water pressure at the Dump site is a little low, but not bad. AT&T reception is GREAT — 4 bars LTE @ the campsite; great for streaming later. For now, off for a quick canoe ride to check out the lake

Site90
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2021

Nice state park with recent upgrades

We were there in November for just a night. At first I thought the sites were a bit rough and not very level. But while were there, they started to regrade the pads at the sites. The new gravel was leveled and packed flat. The sites are greatly improved.

Cell service was very good, Verizon, and very quiet. Most sites are 30 amp but the Lake view loop are 50 amp. There are a few sites that will handle large rigs but most are for medium sized rigs.

Site48
Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Doug W., November 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Doug W., November 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Doug W., November 4, 2021
Reviewed Jun. 25, 2021

Nice park

It’s a really nice park with great trails just wish the primitive camping would have been open I’m sure $20 for a rv site is a good price but it’s a little high for a tent camper like me

Site31
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 10, 2021

Memorial trip

Nice clean park plenty of trees ..will need to fill up with fresh water at park .. we camped at lot 85 $20 a night $30 Friday- Sunday .. pier for fish .. didn't catch much .. Several small towns around for food and supplies ..the park restaurant wasn't open when we were there but I heard it was opening soon ..boats and kyacks welcome ..we took our dog too .. it gets a 4 stars for no wifi and slow fishing otherwise great place for a camper stay! Off rt #50

Site85
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Cris C., June 10, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Cris C., June 10, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Cris C., June 10, 2021
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Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

Beautiful campsite

We absolutely love this state park. We have three medium size dogs that go with us we have plenty of space at our campsite that is big enough for them. The campsites are clean with electric hook ups. Water is near by to fill up. It is quite place. Beautiful views. Lake is near by to fish. If you have kids they have play ground to play on. Host are very nice and welcoming. We will definitely be back.

  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Samantha H., August 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Samantha H., August 8, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 11, 2020

Quiet place to relax and fish.

There are no RV hook ups but it's a great place for a stop over for a picnic. It has a beautiful lake you can fish or just sit back and let the kids play.

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2018

good fishing

Great walking woods. but the restaurant is awesome. plenty of fish in the lake.

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2016

Quiet little campground

Nice and quiet with a small lake. Really shaded. Great fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel cat. Boats allowed with electric motors only. Max depth is 21 feet. Their is the trace in restaurant across the small lake from the camp ground. Lots to do for kids, as the park has basketball courts, volleyball court, and lots of playground equipment around the park. A five minute drive to the north side of the park offers 2.5 miles of hiking trails in hilly scenery.

  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Donald T., June 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park by Donald T., June 19, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park?

    Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Does Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.