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Please ensure that your loved ones are wearing the right size life jacket when they are boating or playing on or near the water.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants you to have a pleasant recreational experience. Many people drown on the nation's waterways each year and, in most cases, victims were not wearing a life jacket, the one tool that could have helped them survive when they entered the water. Please ensure that your loved ones are wearing the right size life jacket when they are boating or playing on or near the water. The Chief of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers needs your help as we try to reduce the number of public fatalities on our nation's waterways. Only YOU can help us do that!

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NORTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND (IL), REND LAKE, IL

Description:

In the heart of southern Illinois, the North Sandusky Campground on Rend Lake offers excellent opportunities to enjoy camping, fishing, swimming, boating, and watching wildlife. The 19,000 acres of water and 20,000 acres of public lands at Rend Lake provide the perfect setting for your outdoor activities. The Rend Lake Bike Trail offers opportunities for biking and hiking . North Sandusky Campground offers 118 campsites, all with electric hookups, and 15 with water and sewer hookups. The campground is perfect for Recreational Vehicles and tent camping. Other amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp, and playgrounds. Golf, trap shooting, and sporting clays are available within minutes of the campground. Boat rentals are available at the Rend Lake Marina and Rend Lake Resort. Other activities include the Rend Lake Visitor Center, Ranger-led programs, educational programs, environmental education, Rend Lake Wildlife Refuge, picnic areas, and water sports. Hunting is a large attraction to Rend Lake with its many acres of huntable government property adjacent to the parks. Auto touring and "Watching Wildlife" viewing opportunities abound at the lake. Rend Lake is one of the best areas for birding. Horseback riding and trail rides are available at the Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park.

For specific information, visit the Rend Lake homepage. click here

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Boat Ramp
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Camping
  • Comfort Station
  • Courtesy Dock
  • Dump Station
  • Dumpster
  • Electric Hook-Up
  • Flush Toilets
  • Gatehouse
  • Grills
  • Guide Service
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Ranger Station
  • Refuse Containers
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Trails, Bicycle
Within 10 Miles
  • Boat Rental
  • Fishing Supplies
  • Gas And Propane
  • Grocery
  • Laundry
  • Nature Trails
  • Public Marina
  • Swimming - Beach
  • Visitors Center

Alerts and Important Information

Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. The campground is open from April through October and sites range from $16-$22 per night. An attendant is on duty as posted at the entrance station and the campground telephone number is 618-625-6115. Campsite capacity is one RV and 3 tents; 4 tents are allowed if no RV is present. All campers with reserved campsites must register with the Gate Attendant at the entrance station on the day of arrival.

Getting There:

North Sandusky Campground (IL)
12220 REND CITY ROAD
Benton IL 62812-9803

From I-57 exit 77, go west 4.5 miles on IL Route 154 to Rend City Road. Go south 1 mile on Rend City Road to stop sign. The entrance to the park is on the south side of the intersection. From I-57 exit 71, go west on IL Route 14 for 3 miles to Rend City Road. Go north on Rend City Road for 9.5 miles. The entrance to the park is on the right.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (618)724-2493
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