Fort Massac State Park Campground
The campground is open. The park road to Belgrade Rd. is temporarily closed due to flooding at Massac Creek. The boat dock is also inaccessible due to elevated water levels, though the boat ramp remains operational. The replica 1802 fort remains closed for structural rehabilitation.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 3 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
About
Fort Massac State Park Campground occupies a scenic stretch of Illinois' first state park, established in 1908 overlooking the Ohio River near Metropolis. The park encompasses nearly 1,500 acres of rolling woodland and river frontage in the southern tip of Illinois. The campground features 50 Class A vehicular sites with electric hookups, access to a shower building with flush toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Two ADA-accessible campsites with wheelchair-accessible picnic tables and grills are available. Beyond camping, the park offers extensive recreational opportunities including over 8 miles of hiking trails, an 18-hole disc golf course, fishing and boating access on the Ohio River, and seasonal hunting programs. Three playgrounds and four picnic shelters serve day-use visitors. The Visitor Center provides interpretive programs year-round, and the annual Fort Massac Encampment festival in October draws thousands for living history demonstrations. The campground shower building typically closes by November 1 and reopens around May 1, weather depending. Tent camping and group camping options supplement the electric sites for those seeking a more primitive experience.
Directions
Located at 1308 E. 5th Street in Metropolis, Illinois, along the Ohio River in Massac County. The park is accessible from Interstate 24.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 72ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (618) 524-4712 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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