Coles Creek Day Use
This is a day-use area only with no overnight camping permitted. The reservable group picnic shelter operates with hours from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. A $5 day-use fee applies for boat ramp and swimming beach access.
About
Coles Creek Day Use Area is located on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, approximately 50 miles east of St. Louis. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility provides day-use recreation opportunities including a designated swimming beach that welcomes dogs, a boat ramp with courtesy dock and fish cleaning station, and a playground for families. The area features one reservable group picnic shelter that can accommodate up to 75 people, with shelter hours from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Modern amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, and shower facilities available during peak season. A multi-use biking and walking trail is located nearby at the dam. This is a day-use area only and does not offer overnight camping. Visitors seeking overnight accommodations should consider the adjacent Coles Creek Campground or Lotus Group Area, both of which offer reservable campsites through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 19 miles through Salem, Odin, and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road/2400E and continue for 4 miles, then turn east on 1700N and continue until the road connects with 2400E. Continue south to the Coles Creek entrance. Address: 16225 Coles Creek RD, Carlyle, IL 62231.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (618) 594-2484 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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