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Cabins and Campgrounds

Cabins and Campgrounds

Get Outdoors in Downstate Illinois

There are certainly no shortage of places to camp in Downstate Illinois. Within our 21-county coverage area, dozens upon dozens of sites are available. Check out our great sites below and get back to the outdoors today! 

Boulder Campground

 Carlyle, Illinois
The campground sits along the lakeshore and offers ample shade. There are 82 campsites, all of which have a vi...more!

The Cabins at Hidden Lake Winery

 Aviston, Illinois
The ten cabins offered at Hidden Lake Winery are perfect for any getaway. (Cabin #6 handicap accessible with queen ...more!

Coles Creek

 Carlyle, Illinois
Coles Creek Campground offers 148 campsites and two large group campsites, all with electric hookups. All site...more!

Dam East Spillway Campground

 Carlyle, Illinois
Dam East Spillway Day Use Area is situated on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers...more!

Dam West Campground

 Carlyle, Illinois
Dam West Recreation Area is a campground (113 sites) and day-use area situated on the southern shore of Carlyl...more!

Hazlet Cottages on Carlyle Lake

 Carlyle, Illinois
The cottages sit on the edge of Carlyle Lake's shore in Eldon Hazlet State Park. This wonderful location offers...more!

Hickory Shores Resort LLC

 Carlyle, Illinois
Hickory Shores has been active for more than 25 years! Make Hickory Shores Resort a yearly destination for your fam...more!

Hide-A-Way Campground

 Keyesport, Illinois
Hide-A-Way Campground is a delightful 95 site campground tailored to families who wish to have a quiet and rel...more!

Keyesport Cabins

 Keyesport, Illinois
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Lakeside Camping

 Keyesport, Illinois
Lakeside Camping offers 51 sites right on Carlyle Lake and provides a fun, safe atmosphere for the whole famil...more!

Stone's Throw Cottages

 Keyesport, Illinois
Welcome to “100 Steps"! Come experience this fully furnished gem, just “100 Steps” from...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

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Whether you’re looking for a festival, marathon or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone. The region hosts over 900 events each year, and we pride ourselves on providing the most accurate event information so that you don’t miss a thing.
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Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

21 Counties made for Road Trips
Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 21 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
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New Genesis Wrestling presents: Endless Winter

New Genesis Wrestling presents: Endless Winter

January 18, 2025 @ 9:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Leu Civic Center | Mascoutah, IL
Belleville Flea Market

Belleville Flea Market

 January 18, 2025 - January 19, 2025 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center | Belleville, IL
Grand Allusion: A Tribute to Styx at the Hett

Grand Allusion: A Tribute to Styx at the Hett

 January 24, 2025 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts | Lebanon, IL

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