Best Campgrounds near Carlyle, IL

Carlyle, IL is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Carlyle, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Carlyle and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Carlyle, Illinois (72)

    1. Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area

    25 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-3015

    $15 - $30 / night

    "This State Park is located outside Carlyle,Illinois. This park offers playground areas and more. Cabins, campsites with power or no power the choice is yours."

    "while there are many full service sites available, this campground offers dozens of rustic tent sites right next to Carlyle Lake as well!"

    2. Coles Creek Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Keyesport, IL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 226-3211

    $20 - $250 / night

    "Coles Creek is a nice, large campground located on Carlyle Lake in Illinois. It has full hook up, 50 amp sites with many located right on the water!"

    "Coles Creek Campground on Carlyle Lake has 219 sites, most with full hookups, and shade. (There is 30 & 50 a as no service). Internet is spotty. There are also 2 group campsites with cabins."

    3. Dam West Spillway

    10 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-5253

    $30 / night

    "It is directly on Carlyle Lake, ,the largest lake in Illinois. It has activities for children on the weekends."

    "Ranger Review Primus LiTech Trek Kettle at Dam West Campground

    Campground Review

    What a great campground on the shore of Carlyle Lake!"

    4. Boulder Rec. Area - COE Campground

    12 Reviews
    Keyesport, IL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 226-3586

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Boulder is a lovely campground tucked away on Carlyle Lake. It has it's own marina where you can rent a slip for your boat. The sites are well spaced and have a beautiful view of the lake and sunsets!"

    "Boulder Rec is a quiet, clean, COE camp on Lake Carlyle. Well kept, well tended. Site was relatively level (w/in couple inches) and had fire ring and picnic table. Stayed at Site 35."

    5. Dam West Campground

    8 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-4410

    $20 - $60 / night

    "We love Lake Carlyle and Dam West is a great place to camp. CLEAN (and air conditioned) bath houses. The sites are beautiful and well maintained! Great place to bike, hike, and swim at the beach."

    "Full hookups, reservable sites, walk up sites, and all sites are large! Full hookup sites are booked solid so make sure you go online 6 months out or you are out of luck."

    6. Dam East Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-4410

    "We love camping at all the campgrounds on Carlyle Lake. It’s always a good time. There are plenty of areas to fish, hike, swim, picnic."

    "Overall Rating: 4 for cleanliness and location for travels on nearby highway. Spillway is not particularly pretty."

    7. COE Lake Carlyle McNair Campground

    4 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-2484

    "There's miles and miles of walking and biking trails! The sites are pretty generously sized. The host was nice and the price was fantastic! I paid $42 for 4 nights."

    "Quiet and plenty of trees and a walking path. A beach to swim at and a dock to fish off. A playground for kids. You can tent camp in a.few places but mai.ly for electric campers and.RV's."

    8. Dam East - Mcnair Campground

    4 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-5253

    $20 - $125 / night

    "McNair ACE: Tate 4 for cleanliness and stopover location for travels on nearby highway. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)"

    "Bathroom close by and very clean. Shower house only available at the main campground, which was a distance away and not reasonable to walk with a little one."

    9. Carlyle Lake Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (618) 226-3586

    10. Carlyle lake

    2 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    1 mile
    Website

    "Fun little trails, boat rentals and a swimming “beach” . On-site store and nicely groomed campgrounds."

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Guide to Carlyle

Camping near Carlyle, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing and Boating: Carlyle Lake is a prime spot for fishing and boating. Many campers enjoy the peaceful waters and the chance to catch some fish. One visitor at Coles Creek Recreation Area mentioned, "The lake is a prime fishing and boating lake, and is recognized as one of the nation's top ten inland sailing lakes."
  • Hiking: There are several trails around the campgrounds, perfect for hiking and exploring nature. A camper at South Sandusky Campground noted, "Nice trails through the woods to hike. Access to River for kayaking."
  • Playgrounds and Sports: Many campgrounds have playgrounds and sports facilities. One family at Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area shared, "There are three playground areas, a basketball court, sand volleyball, and a pool during summer months."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Okaw Valley Kampground said, "Clean restrooms and showers with hot water."
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have welcoming staff. A camper at Gun Creek remarked, "Very well kept, friendly staff, very convenient from interstate."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having enough room to spread out. One reviewer at South Marcum Campground mentioned, "The sites are set up to provide some privacy, and are not right on top of each other."

What you should know:

  • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds are only open during certain months. For example, South Sandusky Campground is open from March 28 to November 2.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A camper at Illinois Gun Creek noted, "Not all sites have water, septic. Clean facilities."
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or other campers. A visitor at Cahokia RV Parque mentioned, "Nights are noisy!!! About 3am sounded like a dump truck was driving through camp."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and sports facilities. A family at Camp Lakewood said, "The playground is adorable and retro."
  • Safety: Choose campgrounds that feel safe and have friendly staff. A camper at Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park noted, "Even though this RV park is in a city, we felt safe."
  • Plan for Meals: Some campgrounds have stores or nearby restaurants. A visitor at Okaw Valley Kampground mentioned, "Family owned with a nice little fishing area... and a camp store."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level, so bring leveling blocks. A camper at South Marcum Campground advised, "Only issue that I have is that site 49 is very hard to get level."
  • Book Early: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area mentioned, "The campground filled up by 11am on Friday."
  • Use Online Reservations: Many campgrounds offer easy online booking. A camper at Cahokia RV Parque said, "The online reservations were easy to make."

Camping near Carlyle, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next getaway!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Carlyle, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Carlyle, IL is Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area with a 4.1-star rating from 25 reviews.

What parks are near Carlyle, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Carlyle, IL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.