Spillway Group Area
Open — Open year-round for day use only. Camping is prohibited at this location. Reservations available through Recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:21AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Elevated conditions for wildfires are expected this afternoon, mainly between 12 PM and 7 PM CDT. Relative humidity values will fall to 25 to 35% this afternoon, and winds will be breezy from the south, sustained at 10 to 15 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph forecast. Vegetation is dry due to ongoing moderate to severe drought conditions over much of the region. Outdoor burning and activities that involve open sparks or flames are discouraged. Please report all wildfires to local law enforcement as soon as possible.
About
Spillway Group Area offers 10 acres for company picnics, weddings, church gatherings, family reunions, and other outdoor events along the scenic shores of Rend Lake in Southern Illinois. The facility includes a large shelter with electricity and overhead lighting that accommodates 250 people, an amphitheater with 250-person capacity, and a small gazebo for groups of up to 30. Amenities include picnic tables, flush toilets, drinking water, a playground, and direct access to over 20 miles of the paved Rend Lake Bike Trail. The surrounding area provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, with woodlands of hickory, oak, and maple trees sheltering white-tail deer, turkeys, and raccoons. The shorelines offer prime viewing for waterfowl and shorebirds. Nearby recreation includes boating, fishing, hiking, an archery complex, and public swimming beaches. This is a day-use only facility operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Directions
From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Road. Continue 3 miles to the park entrance on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| rendinfo@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (618) 724-2493 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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