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Carlyle Lake · US Army Corps of Engineers · Carlyle, IL
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About Dam East - Mcnair Campground
- 47 campsites
- $20–$125 per night
- Recreation.gov rating 4.5/5 from 384 reviews
- Equipment: Tent, RV, Trailer
- Activities: Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing, Water Sports, Hiking, Fishing, Camping, Boating, Biking
Dam East-McNair Campground is 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. The area provides fun both on the water and on shore. Boat ramps and courtesy docks are located nearby, and the vast lake allows for plenty of water sports. Fishing is a popular pastime, and the lake offers year-round varieties of fish such as bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, flathead catfish, white bass, largemouth b…
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Other campgrounds in Carlyle Lake
| Campground | Difficulty | Weekends booked | Open dates (30d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dam West Campground Carlyle Lake | Hard | 92% | 19 |
| Coles Creek Campground Carlyle Lake | Not measured yet | n/a | 0 |
| Boulder Campground Carlyle Lake | Very hard | 100% | 1 |
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