Crab Orchard Lake Campground

If you're looking for a campground in the state of Illinois with direct access to both nature and urban amenities, look no further than Crab Orchard Lake Campground. This breathtaking waterfront Illinois campground is situated on the shores of its namesake lake and nestled among trees, offering a solitude so complete you can hear the quiet. At the same time, it is only minutes away from Carbondale, where you can find whatever you need with little effort. This is what makes RV vacations so exhilarating, stepping out of your rental RV home-on-wheels and finding nature right at your feet. You can rent sites here by the day or week and choose from full hookups, water-electric, electric-only, or no hookups, depending on your preference.

Once you're here, relax and enjoy the simplicity that this family-friendly RV park offers or spread out and see what's nearby. The campground is part of the larger Crab Orchard Lake National Wildlife Refuge which allows hunting, fishing from boats or shoreline structures such as piers, and other activities. The refuge is an idyllic setting for nature photography, and it has an auto tour taking you through the wetlands, grasslands, and woodlands that comprise the refuge; you'll have access to several observation blinds which are peppered along the autoroute. The refuge offers environmental education and interpretative programs to the general public if you'd like to learn more about the region, its ecosystems, and its wildlife.