Camping near Carlyle Lake
Carlyle Lake draws many campers who enjoy water activities and outdoor recreation. The City Park Campground sits close to the water with good-sized sites that have electrical hookups. You can find both regular and primitive camping at Carlyle Lake Area State Park, which works well for different camping styles. The Recreation Area has several places to launch boats and fish from piers. If you want more privacy, check out the national forest camping areas around the lake, which have good trails and chances to see wildlife. Carlyle Lake County Park Campground has nice tree cover and places to picnic. Most of the campgrounds have regular bathrooms with flush toilets and drinking water. You can shower at quite a few of the campgrounds, which makes longer stays more comfortable. The views are beautiful and you'll likely see lots of animals, so bring a camera if you enjoy photography. Visit during spring or fall when temperatures are nicer. Summers get pretty hot, so pack sunscreen and extra water if camping then. Carlyle Lake works well for family camping trips or if you're heading out alone.
