About Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Number of accommodations: 46
Campground Amenities
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Showers -
Dump Station
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Reviews (306)
What Guests Are Saying
Dam East - McNair Campground is praised for its beautiful location, clean and spacious sites, and friendly camp hosts. Many visitors enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, well-maintained facilities, and convenient amenities such as electric and water hookups. However, some concerns were raised about litter from previous campers and occasional noise disturbances, particularly late at night. Overall, guests recommend the campground for its serene environment and excellent outdoor activities.
What Guests Are Saying
Dam East - McNair Campground is praised for its beautiful location, clean and spacious sites, and friendly camp hosts. Many visitors enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, well-maintained facilities, and convenient amenities such as electric and water hookups. However, some concerns were raised about litter from previous campers and occasional noise disturbances, particularly late at night. Overall, guests recommend the campground for its serene environment and excellent outdoor activities.
Review Summary
Christina B
VerifiedJune 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Camp host ( pete) was extremely rude as I struggled getting a 5th wheel in a tight spot . Would NEVER camp in this area again
Rodney F
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: NORTH LOOP
We loved camping there! We didn't know where to check in when we arrived, so that might be helpful information. But, we did love the campground, and we did ride bikes and walked a trail. And, the two folks at the visitors center were very helpful. We'll definately camp there again.
CARL V
VerifiedMay 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
We are always pleased with the cleanliness on the grounds and the in rest rooms.
Tracy B
VerifiedMay 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: NORTH LOOP
All was good. Please get rid of the shower curtains in the bathrooms. They are gross and disgusting. I do not use them for fear of touching them.
Garrett S
VerifiedMay 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Very clean, accessible, friendly, and enjoyable experience. With the smaller area it's not over crowded. Would definitely recommend.
Paul K
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Love this campground!
Rita J
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Very clean campground and shower house with bathrooms. Great hostess!
Lisa D
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Great campground at Carlyle. Love the asphalt pads on the sites. Great strain on the campground. Clean bathhouses! group camping area! Would love to try that out with our group.
Dennis M
VerifiedMay 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Spillway
I was glad to see that you have put in water hydrants, makes it more easier for longer stays. Fishing wasn't to good but that's part of it. Its a wonderful small park that is quiet. We enjoyed talking to some of the people that were walking or biking on the path
Pam L
VerifiedMay 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Nice clean campground. Thought we were going to be on the lake but we were above so no direct access. Very pretty, though.
Location Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Address:
801 Lake Road
Carlyle, IL, 62231
United States
From I-57, take Old U.S. Highway 50 west for 22 miles to the Dam East Entrance road. Turn north and continue through the four-way intersection to the McNair Group Area.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.6083 / -89.325
Elevation: 136 feet
Policies & Rules
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Dam East - McNair is 100% reservable, and available for same day reservations. |
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Dam East Spillway is now its own loop within McNair (Sites 33-47) and is open year-round. |
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Campsites are single capacity; no double capacity or buddy sites are available |
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If the Group Area is not reserved, it will be available on a first-come, first-served basis |
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The Spillway Loop does not have a shower house, or dump station. Campers are able to use the shower and dumpstation at the entrace of McNair throughout the non-peak season. *Shower House may not be open 7 days/week. |
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No personal checks or cash are accepted at this time. Credit/Debit card only. |
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Camping No-Show - Camping no-show customers who do not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by check out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date will be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit their reservation. If the no-show service fee is greater than the reservation amount, the customer will not be charged any additional service fees. |
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Cancellation Fees - A $10 service fee is withheld from the refund anytime the customer cancels a camping or day use reservation. Depending on when the cancellation is made, it may be considered a late cancellation and additional fees may be forfeited.
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Check-out time is 4 p.m. / Check-in time is 5 p.m. |
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Firewood brought into this facility must be purchased, or collected locally due to invasive insects. |
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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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Click here for a virtual tour of Carlyle Lake |
