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North Sandusky Day-use

North Sandusky: Shelter 3 (Front)
North Sandusky Fish Cleaning Station

About North Sandusky Day-use

North Sandusky Day Use Area— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois.

Campground Amenities

  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Reviews (6)

What Guests Are Saying

North Sandusky Day-use offers a fantastic experience with professional service and well-maintained facilities. Shelter 4 is particularly praised for its gorgeous fireplace, ample shade, and amenities like power and lighting, making it ideal for family gatherings. Clean bathrooms and nearby recreational options add to the appeal, making it highly recommended for events.

Review Summary

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Grigoriy M

July 12, 2025

5

Absolutely the best experience I've ever had. Very professional service and will come back.

Krista K

September 3, 2024

5

We love renting the shelters for family get togethers. Our favorite is Shelter 4. there is a gorgeous fireplace, a fire pit and tons of shade! Power and lighting make for easy party planning! We have had a gender reveal, a 4th of July BBQ and one of our grandson's 1st birthdays! The ground is flat to have water tables and ball pits for little ones, the shelter is big enough for family gatherings to eat at and there is Frisby golf and a playground close. The bathrooms are always clean, and they do have running water which is great! Area is big enough to have washers and a game of bags going. I highly recommend renting one for your next gathering!

Michelle D

June 4, 2022

5

This area is great for our of group 20 + people. There are plenty of tables and room to spread out, easy access to the lake, water fountain and spigot at the pavilion and restrooms just a short walk away. There is large BBQ grill, but we always bring our own charcoal grill or gas grills depending on what we plan to cook that day.

Allen A

July 17, 2021

4

The site was clean and mowed .

Martha B

July 17, 2020

2

I had reserved the shelter for the day. There was no sign posted that it was reserved and when we got there there was other people using it. They had their things on the table and they didnt leave until they were finished swimming. I was not happy.

Becki W

January 19, 2020

5

Plenty of shade, electric outlets and parking. Bring a water hose if you need water to clean up any dishes or wash anything off.

Location North Sandusky Day-use

Address:
Rend Lake Project Office
Benton, IL, 62812-9803
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.0653 / -88.9969

Elevation: 127 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Off-road vehicle use must have prior approval.

General

Daily fees apply for boat ramp use.

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This is a day use facility. Camping is prohibited at this location.

General

See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations.

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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