Best parks near Carterville

5 parks · 5 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Carterville, Illinois — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 5 of 5 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Giant City State Park
#1 Giant City State Park
14.5 mi away
Giant City State Park is a beautiful park located in southern Illinois, not Wisconsin as originally stated. The park is known for its stunning rock formations, unique hiking…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Lake Murphysboro State Park
#2 Lake Murphysboro State Park
16.3 mi away
Lake Murphysboro State Park is a small but beautiful park located in Jackson County, Illinois. The park covers an area of about 1,022 acres and is situated around the shores of…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Ferne Clyffe State Park
#3 Ferne Clyffe State Park
19.2 mi away
I'm sorry, but Ferne Clyffe State Park is not in Mississippi. It is actually located in Illinois. Ferne Clyffe State Park is a beautiful natural area that covers more than 2,400…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Crab Orchard Wilderness Area
#4 Crab Orchard Wilderness Area
13.8 mi away
Crab Orchard Wilderness Area is located in Williamson County, Illinois and not in Mississippi. This 4,050-acre wilderness area is a beautiful place for outdoor activities and…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Wilderness Panther Den
#5 Wilderness Panther Den
14.0 mi away
The Wilderness Panther Den, located in the state of Mississippi, offers visitors a unique and captivating experience in the heart of nature. Here is a summary of why this…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated

Parks near Carterville

The Carterville area has 21 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near Carterville

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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