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Campgrounds in Carlyle Lake

4 campgrounds with 382 campsites. All of them have electric sites.

4campgrounds
382campsites
4with electric sites
138 ftlongest RV allowed

Water-oriented outdoor recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, and hunting. Expecially attractive to sailboaters. Illinois' largest lake.

Description: Recreation.gov.

Campgrounds in Carlyle Lake

CampgroundNearest townSitesElectricMax RV
Boulder CampgroundCarlyle8282101 ft
Coles Creek CampgroundCarlyle145145115 ft
Dam East - McNair CampgroundCarlyle4747117 ft
Dam West CampgroundCarlyle108108138 ft

What to bring to Carlyle Lake

RV surge protectors

Protects your RV from bad campground power pedestals.

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RV leveling blocks

Most campground pads aren't level.

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RV water pressure regulators

Protects plumbing at sites with water hookups.

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Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many campgrounds are in Carlyle Lake?

4 campgrounds with 382 campsites between them.

Do campgrounds in Carlyle Lake have electric hookups?

4 of the 4 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.