Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area Campground
Open year-round, weather permitting. Reservations accepted through ExploreMoreIL.
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
Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area sits in the rolling terrain of southern Illinois, three miles west of Johnsonville in Wayne County. The 194-acre lake serves as the centerpiece, surrounded by lush woodland and offering excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie, and channel catfish. Two boat ramps, docks, and floating fishing docks provide access, with a 10 HP motor limit keeping the waters peaceful. Two Class B/E campgrounds provide overnight accommodations in a shady, secluded portion of the park. Hickory Hollow Campground has 33 electric sites with pad lengths from 25 to 58 feet, while Lake View Campground offers 35 electric sites with pads ranging from 40 to 64 feet. Both campgrounds feature picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and restrooms. A sanitary dump station is available, and one campground includes a playground and an ADA-accessible site. Beyond camping and fishing, the area offers approximately 8 miles of equestrian trails and a 3.2-mile nature trail winding through the woods with three major loops. Hunting is permitted on 930 acres for archery deer, turkey, squirrel, dove, rabbit, quail, and furbearers. Three reservable picnic shelters with tables, water, and outdoor stoves accommodate day-use visitors.
Directions
Located 3 miles west of Johnsonville and 1 mile north of Highway 161 extension in Wayne County, Illinois. Address: 620 County Road 1910 North, Johnsonville, IL 62850.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $6 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 64ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (618) 835-2292 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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