Established Camping
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.
Location
Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park is located in Illinois
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
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
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
Contact
General Info
Reservations