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Little Grassy Lake - Crab Orchard NWR

Carbondale, IL

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  • Address:Carbondale, IL
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About

The marina and the campground are located inside the refuge. Bass, crappie and catfish are available for fishing. In southern Illinois there is 1,000 acres of crystal clear water, one mile wide, and up to sixty feet deep in the lake.

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Amenities

Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Electric Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Firewood
Camp Store
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

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This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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