About Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Number of accommodations: 46
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Potable Water -
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
Margaret D
VerifiedNovember 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: Spillway
Enjoyed our visit to this campground as always. All sites are paved with electric and water which is nice since there is only a bathroom with no showers. There are showers available at the McNair campground down the road. We camped in the off season so the showers are available just three days a week which is good for us. We always camp here in the winter whenever weather allows. Love it.
Jim M
VerifiedNovember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: NORTH LOOP
the host JT was excellent telling us about hiking trails we should take. And events that were happening. We would definitely go back
Karen S
VerifiedNovember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Great bike trails from this location, across the dam and along both sides of the river.
Karen M
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: Spillway
We enjoyed our stay at this campground, which we have stayed several times. The campground is very clean and their shower/bathroom is very clean. The host & hostess were very kind and helpful.
Greg B
VerifiedOctober 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Very nice campground…
Heather H
VerifiedOctober 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: Spillway
Great sites at spillway. Fun to fish and bike around the river.
Jennifer R
VerifiedOctober 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Well maintained campground, quiet and great scenery. Shower houses are always super clean. Love this place.
Patrica E
VerifiedOctober 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: Spillway
The site overall is ok, a little tight to back into, we own a 37 ft fifth wheel. My main complaint is the trees need to be trimmed if you have a taller camper (like I do) the overhead tree limbs WILL most likely damage your roof. I have a vent that is cracked and two long drag marks on my roof membrane, luckily just marks not tears. The website photos need to be updated ASAP.
James P
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: Spillway
Campground was clean as were the bathrooms. We were very happy with our site. The campground host is super friendly and very helpful.
Chenoa W
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Another year at Dam East, one of about 30 or more. We were so happy to get to know Mel and JT this year! They are incrediable Camp Hosts and always willing to go above and beyond to make everyone's stay the best it can be!!! Several times throughout our week long stay they checked in with us to be sure we didn't need anything. The grounds were very well kept and clean, even the playground equipment was clean! It was really nice to see the pine trees planted a couple of years ago doing so well. Thank you so much to the Corp, cleaning crews and Mel & JT for making this another amazing year! We're already planning an early visit next year and haven't even unpacked and inventoried yet.
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 |
