Dam West Campground

About this site

Dam West Campground is a recreation area situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois' largest man-made lake. Dam West Campground contains 109 reservable campsites. It provides modern amenities and access to a marina and boat storage facility. The adjacent Dam West Spillway and Dam West Day Use Area offer additional recreational opportunities. Visitors can also walk or bike across the dam to the Dam East facilities and McNair Group Area. There is an on-site playground and plenty of open space for children to play, as well as an amphitheater for educational programs. A multi-use biking and walking trail is located a short drive away at the dam. Additional Info: Carlyle Lake is the largest man-made lake in Illinois and is recognized as one of the nation's top 10 inland sailing lakes. The prime time to visit is between May and September when the weather is warm and all facilities are open.

Amenities & access

Contact

• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233483

Location

38.635354, -89.357316

Elevation · 479 ft