Federal campground in Carlyle, IL.
Coles Creek Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, a prime getaway for city-dwellers and families. Located 50 miles east of St. Louis and a few miles from the town of Carlyle, the area offers the peaceful retreat of a small town combined with the grandeur of Illinois' largest man-made lake. Between 05/02/2025 and 09/27/2025 this location is staffed. Please call (618) 228-2197 to speak with local staff. From 09/28/2025 to 05/01/2026 this location is unstaffed. Please call (618) 594-2484 for general information.Coles Creek Campground offers 119 campsites and two group camping areas. Each campsite comes eqipped with electric hookups and provides a picnic area with picnic table and fire pit. All sites are either directly on the shoreline or a short walk to the lake. Modern amenities like showers and flush toilets are provided. The campground is adjacent to the Coles…