Rend Lake
Us Army Corps of Engineers, Illinois.
Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land. Campers will delight in the nearly 800 sites found in 5 public campgrounds on Rend Lake. Boaters are provided access to the lake through the numerous boat ramps. Beaches, picnic sites and trails provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor fun. Nearby attractions such as the 27-hole championship Rend Lake Golf Course, Southern Illinois Artisans Shop, and the Rend Lake Resort provide special opportunities for the recreationist.
Camping and Day Use
- Dale Miller Youth
- Dam West Area (Day-Use)
- Gun Creek
- North Marcum Day Use Area
- North Sandusky Campground
- North Sandusky Day-Use
- Shagbark Group Area
- South Marcum Campground
- South Marcum Day Use
- South Sandusky Campground
- South Sandusky Day Use
- Spillway Group Area
Nearby Activities
- Boating
- Camping
- Environmental Education
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Other Recreation Concession Site
- Picnicking
- Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
- Visitor Center
- Water Sports
- Wildlife Viewing
Directions
Located near Mt. Vernon, IL, 15 miles south of junction of I-64 and I-57.
