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Saline County State Conservation Area

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Fishing, boating, and lakeside camping draw visitors to Saline County State Conservation Area, managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources near camping near Equality. Sites along the water give direct lake access, though reviewers note these spots are less RV-friendly. Sites away from the water are well-spaced and tend to get better cell coverage. Vault toilets are available throughout, with the cleanest facilities reported near the entrance. Water spigots are distributed across the campground, and a dump station with potable water sits at the entrance. Rates run $8 per night, with water hookups available for RVs up to 40 feet. Pharaoh Campground in the Shawnee National Forest is an alternative roughly six miles south.

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Map & DirectionsSaline County State Conservation Area is located in Illinois near Equality

Public Campground

Directions

From jct Hwy-13 & Hwy-142: Go 1 mi SE on Hwy-142, then 4 mi S on blacktop road.

Address

85 Glen O Jones Rd
Equality, IL 62934

Coordinates

37.69169632 N
88.37958418 W

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Access

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

Site Types

Tent Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

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General Info

Drive Time

1 hr 2 min from Paducah, KY
1 hr 13 min from Evansville, IN
1 hr 26 min from Owensboro, KY
1 hr 43 min from Cape Girardeau, MO

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Reviews3 Camper Reviews - Saline County State Conservation Area

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Glen B.

Ranger

Reviewed Apr. 30, 2026

Disappointed

No showers, although listed among the amenities. Vault toilets are loaded with spiders and mud daubers with the exception of the one near the entrance. No sign of the camp hosts. Might be because of the time of year. There are some good spots along the water but not very RV friendly. Plenty of others away from the water and well spaced.

Site#7

Month of VisitApril

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Don N.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 24, 2021

Great Campground

My wife, 2 grandkids and our dogs and were at site 22 from 10/10/21- 10/1\/21 camping in a Winnebago Micro Minnie 2108 TB. This was a great campground with fantastic views of the lake.

We also hiked Garden of the Gods and Burden Falls in the Shawnee National Forest. The hikes were great. I am pretty sure we will be back. The only drawback is that we had no cell service, although a quick trip to the ridge behind the campsite (1-2 minute drive)

Site22

Month of VisitOctober

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M E.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 18, 2021

Beautiful area with large campsites!

We stayed here for 1 week in October. There weren't that many sites that were taken so there were a lot of good sites to choose from! Even on the weekend there were only a handful of sites that were taken, that hadn't been during the week. It is a beautiful area with a lot to do!

There is a dump station and potable water at the entrance to the campground. There are also some water spigots sprinkled throughout the campground. The toilets are vault toilets except in the concession area (that seemed to be closed permanently) that were flushing toilets. The toilets that were the cleanest were the ones near the entrance in our experience.

We were able to get cell signal on the campsites up the hill but not in any down by the water, which is why we stayed up the hill.

In order to get a spot you will need to look around and choose a site then put your tent or RV on it to save it. Then you go to the campground host to pay and he will put your ticket on your reserve post.

Somehow we did not get any pictures of the lake but it was really pretty! You can fish here and even put in a boat or other water toys if you own one!

All in all - we would stay here again!

Site35 - Up the hill away from the water

Month of VisitOctober

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make reservations for Glen O Jones Lake Campground?

Glen O Jones Lake Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservation system. This explains why campers can arrive and find many good sites available to choose from, even during October when the campground isn't heavily occupied. Weekdays tend to be particularly quiet with more sites filling up on weekends, though the campground rarely reaches capacity. For the most current reservation policies or seasonal information, contact the Saline County Conservation Area office directly.

Where is Glen O Jones Lake Campground located and how do I get there?

Glen O Jones Lake Campground is located within the Saline County State Conservation Area in southern Illinois. The campground offers beautiful views overlooking Glen O Jones Lake and provides convenient access to nearby attractions in the Shawnee National Forest, including Garden of the Gods and Burden Falls which are popular hiking destinations. The location serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the natural beauty of this region. For specific driving directions, consult the Illinois Department of Natural Resources website or use GPS navigation to the Saline County Conservation Area.

What amenities are available at Glen O Jones Lake Campground?

Glen O Jones Lake Campground features scenic lakefront sites with beautiful views of the water. The campground accommodates various camping setups, including RVs like the Winnebago Micro Minnie. Site #22 is particularly noted for its fantastic lake views. Beyond the campground itself, the area offers excellent recreational opportunities with the lake for water activities and proximity to hiking trails. The campground serves as a great base for exploring nearby attractions in the Shawnee National Forest, including Garden of the Gods and Burden Falls. The surrounding area provides plenty of outdoor activities to keep campers busy.

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