LAKE MURPHYSBORO STATE PARK

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CAMPING ILLINOIS

Lake Murphysboro State Park


April 29, 2024

Lake Murphysboro State Park camping area is a picturesque and popular destination located in the state of Illinois. The campground offers a range of amenities for campers, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience. These amenities include clean and well-maintained restroom facilities, picnic tables, fire pits, and a playground for families with children. Additionally, the campground provides easy access to the beautiful Lake Murphysboro, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming.

Reservations are accepted at Lake Murphysboro State Park camping area, allowing campers to secure their preferred dates and campsites in advance. This is especially recommended during peak seasons when the campground tends to fill up quickly. The best time to visit this camping area is typically during the spring and fall months, as the weather is pleasant, and the park is less crowded.

Campers should take note of a few items of interest and potential hazards in the camping area. It is important to be cautious of ticks and other insects, so wearing insect repellent and checking for ticks regularly is advised. Additionally, there may be poison ivy in some areas, so it is recommended to familiarize oneself with its appearance and take necessary precautions. Overall, Lake Murphysboro State Park camping area offers a serene and nature-filled experience for outdoor enthusiasts, with its amenities and beautiful surroundings making it a popular choice for campers in Illinois.




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Rafting & Kayaking

BRIDGE AT EDDYVILLE BLACKTOP TO CONFLUENCE WITH OHIO RIVER AT GOLCONDA,IL
Lower Ohio-Bay Watershed, Illinois
BEGINS APPROXIMATELY 1 RIVER MILE UPSTREAM FROM THE U.S. HIGHWAY 98 BRIDGE TO THE JACKSON COUNTY ROUTE 614 BRIDGE
Escatawpa Watershed, Alabama
SOURCE, ABOUT 2 MILES EAST OF DELWOOD, IL (SEC 10, T11S, R6E) TO BRIDGE AT EDDYVILLE BLACKTOP (SE1/4,SEC.16,T12S, R6E)
Lower Ohio-Bay Watershed, Illinois
THE JACKSON COUNTY ROUTE 614 BRIDGE TO ENDS APPROXIMATELY 2 RIVER MILES FROM THE SOUTHERN TERMINUS OF THE STUDY AREA
Escatawpa Watershed, Mississippi
1/2 MILE DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCE WITH KINKAID CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MISSISSIPPI RIVER, APPROX 4 MILES SOUTH OF GRAND TOWER, IL
Big Muddy Watershed, Mississippi
1 MINLE SOUTHWEST OF DELWOOD, IL (SEC. 18, T11S, R13E) TO REESVILLE, 1/4 MILE SOUTH OF THE CONFLUENCE WITH SUGAR CREEK
Lower Ohio-Bay Watershed, Illinois
THE CONFLUENCE WITH SCARSBOROUGH CREEK TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ESCATAWPA RIVER
Escatawpa Watershed, Alabama
WALLACE CEMETERY APPROX 2.5 MILES NW OF HEROD, IL TO CONFLUENCE WITH OHIO RIVER AT GOLCONDA JOBS CORP CENTER
Lower Ohio-Bay Watershed, Wisconsin
1 MILE WEST OF ALTO PASS, IL TO 1/2 MILE SOUTH OF CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK, WEST OF TRAIL OF TEARS STATE FOREST
Big Muddy Watershed, Mississippi
BEGINS APPROXIMATELY 2 RIVER MILES DOWNSTREAM FROM THE YELLOWHOUSE BRANCH CONFLUENCE WITH THE ESCATAWPA RIVER NEAR THE TOWN OF DEER PARK, ALABAMA TO ENDS APPROXIMATELY 1 RIVER MILE UPSTREAM FROM THE U.S. HIGHWAY 98 BRIDGE
Escatawpa Watershed, Illinois

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