Picnic Spots Near Me in West Salem, il
Beall Woods State Park
9285 Beall Woods Avenue, Mount Carmel, IL
Located on the banks of the Wabash River in southeastern Illinois, Beall Woods State Park attracts visitors from around the world who are interested in experiencing one of the few remaining... Read More
Red Hills State Park
3571 Ranger Lane, Sumner, IL
For wildflowers, beautiful foliage and soothing breezes in the spring...picnicking, camping, hiking, boating and fishing in the summer...appreciating the brilliant hues of autumn's colorful... Read More
Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
620 County Road 1910 North, Johnsonville, IL
Gently rolling terrain, lush woods and a beautiful lake make the Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area the perfect spot for a family outing. Located northwest of Johnsonville in Wayne... Read More
Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area
6924 Omega Road, Kinmundy, IL
Picture yourself on the banks of a beautiful lake, surrounded by shady oaks and rolling hills. The presence of a graceful heron on the water, or deer or even a wild turkey in the nearby brush... Read More
Lincoln Trail State Park
16985 E. 1350th Rd, Marshall, IL
Whether you are looking for history, unusual plant life or recreation, Lincoln Trail State Park has something to interest you. Located just west of IL Rt. 1, 2 miles south of Marshall in Clark... Read More
Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area
11094 Ranger Road, Whittington, IL
Outdoor recreation enthusiasts interested in water sports, horseback riding, picnicking or hiking will find that Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area has plenty to offer. The site also... Read More
Hidden Springs State Forest
2438 E 700N Rd, Strasburg, IL
Hidden Springs State Forest (formerly known as Shelby State Forest) consists of approximately 1,200 acres of land near Clarksburg, 10 miles southeast of Shelbyville in Shelby... Read More
Walnut Point State Park
2331 E County Road, Oakland, IL
With its woods, water and wildlife, Walnut Point State Park in east-central Illinois has it all - from fishing, hunting and camping to hiking, picnicking and cross-country skiing. Conveniently... Read More
Eagle Creek State Recreation Area
2341 Eagle Creek Rd, Findlay, IL
In east central Illinois--just minutes from Springfield, Decatur, Champaign, Effingham and surrounding communities--the Eagle Creek/Wolf Creek sites, facing each other... Read More
Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area
Ramsey Lake Rd, Ramsey, IL
Rolling hills, timbered shoreline, and beautiful Ramsey Lake make the Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area a unique and popular recreation spot. Visitors will enjoy the picturesque woods, secluded... Read More
Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area
20100 Hazlet Park Rd, Carlyle, IL
It seems appropriate for one of the largest campgrounds in the Illinois state park system to be located on the largest manmade lake in Illinois. Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area is a... Read More
Pyramid State Recreation Area
1562 Pyramid Park Rd, Pinckneyville, IL
Pyramid State Recreation Area consists of forested hills, lakes and ponds. Southern Illinois University owned and used 924 acres of the site for research, transferring the land to the state in... Read More
Giant City State Park
235 Giant City Rd, Makanda, IL
With its breathtaking natural beauty and unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation, a trip to Giant City State Park near Carbondale is sure to delight visitors of all ages. From camping... Read More
Fort Massac State Park
1308 E 5th St, Metropolis, IL
Experience the scenic splendor of southern Illinois, with plenty of outdoor fun and events tied to the region's rich history, at Fort Massac State Park. Overlooking the mighty Ohio River from... Read More
Kinkaid Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
52 Cinder Hill Drive, Murphysboro, IL
Located in southwestern Illinois' Jackson County, Kinkaid Lake is approximately 5 miles north of Murphysboro and 100 miles southeast of St. Louis.
Built in 1968, the lake encompasses... Read More
Middle Fork State Fish and Wildlife Area
10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood, IL
The Middle Fork State Fish and Wildlife Area is located 6 miles north of the Interstate 74 exit at Oakwood in Vermilion County. The area consists of 2,700 acres of grass, forest and cropland,... Read More
Kennekuk County Park
22296-A Henning Road, Danville, IL
Founded in 1974, Kennekuk County Park is 3000 acres in size and is located five miles west of Danville. It is bordered on the west by the Middle Fork National Scenic River and the Middle Fork... Read More
Lincoln Trail Homestead State Memorial
705 Spitler Park Drive, Mt Zion, IL
The Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial is a 162 acre (0.65 km²) state park located on the Sangamon River in Macon County near Harristown, Illinois. This important historic site,... Read More
Trail of Tears State Forest
3240 State Forest Road, Jonesboro, IL
Trail of Tears, one of Illinois' state forests, is situated in western Union County, five miles northwest of Jonesboro and 20 miles south of Murphysboro. Just over 5,000 acres are within the... Read More
Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
7251 Ranger Road, DeWitt, IL
If you're looking for the ideal place to drop your line, enjoy a day on the boat, or a weekend camping, visit Clinton Lake State Recreation Area in east central Illinois. Recreational... Read More
