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      Camper-submitted photo from North Marcum Day Use Area

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      North Marcum Day Use Area

      2 Reviews
      1 Photo
      11 Saves
      Rend Lake, Illinois

      Overview

      Congratulations! Youve just discovered the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Whether youre looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, youll find it here.

      Natural Features:

      North Marcum Day Use Area sits along the banks of Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois. Plenty of shade and a large sandy boat in are, make this day use area desirable for a day on scenic Rend Lake. Rend Lake is made up of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land.

      Wildlife in the area includes white tailed deer, wild turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year.

      Recreation:

      Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away youll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

      Facilities:

      North Marcum Day Use Area features two large picnic shelters with tables, grills, and drinking water. The shelters can accommodate up to 75 guests each, and the area has a boat ramp, playground, and dock all within walking distance.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

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      Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

      16 Reviews
      47 Photos
      3 Saves
      Goreville, Illinois

      Turkey Ridge is for campers who want a serene outdoor experience. It is a Class C walk-in campground that includes camp pads, picnic tables, cooking grills and showers. Drinking water and toilets are located near the parking lots.

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      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Trash

      $18 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale
      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale
      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale
      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale
      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale
      Camper-submitted photo from Oak Point - Lake Glendale

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      Oak Point - Lake Glendale

      15 Reviews
      78 Photos
      105 Saves
      Grantsburg, Illinois

      If you are looking for a place in the center of the Shawnee National Forest, then Lake Glendale Recreation Area is for you. Its central location makes it easy to visit main attractions on either side of the forest or any place in-between. Surrounded by tall pine trees and mixed hardwood forests, Lake Glendale Recreation Area offers a wide range of recreation opportunities including hiking, camping, swimming, boating, fishing and bicycling. The accessible picnic area has a large picnic shelter near the lake with party grills for group gatherings.

      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Dispersed

      $10 - $20 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Saline County State Conservation Area

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      Saline County State Conservation Area

      2 Reviews
      15 Photos
      57 Saves
      Equality, Illinois
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)

      $8 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground

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      Camp Cadiz Campground

      6 Reviews
      22 Photos
      62 Saves
      Karbers Ridge, Illinois

      This campground is the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp. Somewhat off the beaten path Camp Cadiz is usually quiet and rarely do the campsites fill up; with the exception of turkey and deer hunting seasons. The campsites are level and each has a fire ring with grill and picnic table. __Equestrian camping is allowed.__Recreation Area brochure/map

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Equestrian
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Trash
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground

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      Tower Rock Campground

      6 Reviews
      28 Photos
      45 Saves
      Cave-In-Rock, Illinois

      Located along the banks of the Ohio River, Tower Rock Campground offers beautiful scenery and close proximity to water activities like fishing and boating. The 1/4 mile trail can be accessed near the boat launch. Be aware this area is prone to flooding when river levels fluctuate.

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      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Group
      Camper-submitted photo from Buck Ridge  -  Lake Of Egypt
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

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      Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

      3 Reviews
      10 Photos
      1 Save
      Goreville, Illinois

      Backpackers enjoying their commune with nature will appreciate the solitude of the individual campsites in the Class C Backpack campground. Located a half-mile from the Turkey Ridge primitive campground parking lot, these woodland sites have cooking grills, toilets and showers. Water and trash receptacles are available at the Turkey Ridge parking lot. You're reminded to be careful with your fires and to pack out what you pack in.

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      • Phone Service
      • Tents
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      Camper-submitted photo from Dutchamn Lake Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Dutchamn Lake Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Dutchamn Lake Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Dutchamn Lake Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Dutchamn Lake Camp
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