TWISTED OAK CAMPGROUND

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CAMPING ILLINOIS

Twisted Oak Campground


May 3, 2024

Twisted Oak Campground is situated in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. The campground offers stunning views of the forest, with verdant trees and rugged mountains providing a serene and picturesque backdrop. The area is known for its natural beauty, with countless hiking trails, rivers, and lakes nearby. The Garden of the Gods, a popular tourist destination that features unique rock formations, is just a short drive away.

The campground itself offers a range of amenities, including fire pits, picnic tables, and showers. There are 33 campsites available, with both tent and RV options. Reservations are recommended, but some sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the Cache River State Natural Area, which is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including rare species of birds, fish, and mammals. The best time to visit the campground is in the fall or spring, when the temperatures are mild and the foliage is at its most beautiful. Average temperatures in the fall range from the mid-50s to the mid-70s, while spring temperatures range from the mid-40s to the mid-60s. Overall, Twisted Oak Campground provides an excellent opportunity to experience the natural beauty of southern Illinois in a comfortable and convenient setting.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Lake Ashbaugh

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Spring Creek

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Craighead Forest Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Lake Hogue

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Lac des Allemands

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Okhissa Lake

American Eel Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Eleven Point River

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Arkansas River

Striped Bass Whiterock Bass Channel Catfish

Lake Dunn

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Beaver Lake Recreation Area

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill

Crowley's Ridge State Park

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Timberline Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Bluegill Largemouth Bass Northern Pike White Perch

Crane Lake Recreation Area

Kelp Bass Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Ada Creek

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brown Trout Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass

Amite River

Blue Catfish Green Sunfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Howell Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Parole Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike White Perch

Lake Frierson

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Lake Austell

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Green Sunfish Kelp Bass

Leroy Percy Park Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Great River Road Park Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

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