Waverly Lake City Park campground
Waverly Lake City Park
Reservations are accepted at Waverly Lake City Park, making it convenient for campers to secure a spot in advance. It is advisable to make a reservation, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The campground is well-maintained and offers clean restrooms and showers for campers' convenience.
The best time to visit Waverly Lake City Park is during the spring and summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. With the park's proximity to the lake, visitors can enjoy fishing and boating. The campground is known for its peaceful atmosphere, providing campers with a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
While camping at Waverly Lake City Park, campers should be cautious of ticks and mosquitos, especially during the warmer months. It is recommended to bring insect repellent and take necessary precautions to avoid any discomfort. Overall, Waverly Lake City Park offers a serene camping experience with its amenities and beautiful surroundings, providing campers with an enjoyable stay.
What's on-site at Waverly Lake City Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Waverly Lake City Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double J Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jim Edgar Panther Creek Wa | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lincolns New Salem Historic Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sangchris Lake State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Rainey City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Waverly Lake City Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Creek At Springfield | 56 cfs | → |
| South Fork Sangamon River Nr Rochester | 610 cfs | → |
| Sangamon River At Petersburg | 2,020 cfs | → |
| Sangamon River At Riverton | 1,480 cfs | → |
| Macoupin Creek Near Kane | 301 cfs | → |
| Illinois River At Valley City | 35,700 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Waverly Lake City Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jacksonville 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Edinburg 3.0 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buffalo | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jerseyville 2 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mount Olive 0.4 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Waverly Lake City Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Waverly Lake City Park
Can I make reservations at Waverly Lake City Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Waverly Lake City Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Waverly Lake City Park.