About Coles Creek Day Use
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Beach Access
Reviews (5)
Review Summary
Heather L
September 12, 2026
Great location! Lots of shade, close to parking, the beach, and bathrooms
Teresa J
August 19, 2023
Pavilion 1 is not exactly close to the beach, Or bathrooms. If you're able to walk it's not too far away. The pavilion close to the rest/dressing room doesn't have a grill. We stayed at pavilion 1 and cooked, then drove closer to the beach and parked. We had a great time and plan on coming back.
Teresa J
August 19, 2023
Pavilion 1 is not exactly close to the beach, Or bathrooms. If you're able to walk it's not too far away. The pavilion close to the rest/dressing room doesn't have a grill. We stayed at pavilion 1 and cooked, then drove closer to the beach and parked. We had a great time and plan on coming back.
Jerrica R
July 13, 2021
The picture shown is not the pavilion we were assigned. We thought we would be close to the park & bathroom & beach but we were close to none of those. Also, there’s no way 75 people would have fit at 6 picnic tables.
Jerrica R
July 13, 2021
The picture shown is not the pavilion we were assigned. We thought we would be close to the park & bathroom & beach but we were close to none of those. Also, there’s no way 75 people would have fit at 6 picnic tables.
Location & Directions for Coles Creek Day Use
801 Lake Rd, Carlyle, IL 62231 United States
Elevation: 139 ft
Getting There
<p>From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 19 mi, through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road/2400E and continue for 4 mi, then turn east on 1700N and continue until the road connects with 2400E. Continue south to the Coles C...
From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 19 mi, through Salem, Odin and Sandoval. Turn north on Boulder Road/2400E and continue for 4 mi, then turn east on 1700N and continue until the road connects with 2400E. Continue south to the Coles Creek entrance. Address: 16225 Coles Creek RD, Carlyle, IL 62231
Highway access
Coles Creek Day Use is accessible from I-57 via Old U.S. Highway 50, which is approximately 19 miles away.
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- This area is designated for day use only; overnight stays are not permitted.
Safety & rules
- Shelter hours apply for this facility; check posted hours during your visit.
Amenities
- Shower facilities are available only during the peak season.
- A virtual tour of Carlyle Lake and its facilities is available online.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood must be purchased or collected locally to prevent invasive species.
- Do not move firewood to protect forests; buy it locally and burn it on-site.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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