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About Dam West Campground
Number of accommodations: 109
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (751)
What Guests Are Saying
Dam West Campground offers large, clean sites, many with beautiful lake views, and is well-maintained with friendly, helpful staff. Guests appreciate the calm lake for activities like boating and swimming, as well as the nearby town amenities. While there is only one dump station, leading to potential wait times, overall experiences are positive, making it a favorite destination for campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Dam West Campground offers large, clean sites, many with beautiful lake views, and is well-maintained with friendly, helpful staff. Guests appreciate the calm lake for activities like boating and swimming, as well as the nearby town amenities. While there is only one dump station, leading to potential wait times, overall experiences are positive, making it a favorite destination for campers.
Review Summary
Jonathan F
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: DAM WEST
The campsite was busy since it was memorial day weekend but we still had enough privacy. The bathrooms had flush toilets and were very clean. The other campers were very friendly and considerate. The only issue I noticed was our electrical outlet didn't work but I think they put us there deliberately knowing it wasn't working because we were tent camping so it wasn't a big deal. Otherwise, it was a great time and the people at the office were very helpful and friendly. They do not sell firewood at the office but there were other options very close by. There were also several hikes nearby so there's stuff to do during the day. Our daughter was too young to enjoy it but the park rangers put on an event at the amphitheater and there was also a playground.
Lisa H
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: DAM WEST
Great campground. Very helpful lady at check in. Quiet at night. Beautiful reservoir with white pelicans.
Paul H
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: DAM WEST
The hosts are the best. They work to make your experience safe and enjoyable- Thankyou…. On the other hand the grounds are looking “shabby “ Lots of brush and dead wood in the trees. The “no cut” area on the north side of the marina adjacent to the campground could be cleaned up some. Dam West is still one of the better campgrounds around. The reservation system of booking 180 days out is too much . It should be shortened to 120 . It’s amazing how you see the same campers there all summer. Thankyou
christopher g
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: DAM WEST
I can’t say it enough, that the cleanliness of everything was awesome. I have been bragging to everyone how everything is taken care of and the pride this park takes in keeping everything looking great!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Michael M
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: DAM WEST
Very clean and quiet.
Terry G
VerifiedMay 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: DAM WEST
The camp host and maintenance crew is amazing. This is a totally awesome family park. Close to grocery facilities and restaurants. Would recommend 100%. I do wish if you have america the beautiful card you would wave the cancellation fee
Dale S
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: DAM WEST
Very nice site
Michael V
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: DAM WEST
good place
Tammy H
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: DAM WEST
Always clean and very well maintained campground.
Tracy B
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: DAM WEST
All was great. The only complaint is that it is hard to get reservations.
Location Dam West Campground
Address:
801 Lake Road
Carlyle, IL, 62231-9703
United States
From I-70, take State Route 127 south to Carlyle and turn east on William Road. Continue for 1/2-mile and turn north on Lake Road to reach the campground or turn south to reach the day use area.
Dam West Campground is accessible via IL-127, which is approximately 5 miles away. Additionally, I-70 can be accessed about 15 miles from the campground.
Elevation: 136 feet
2.1 mi drive to downtown Carlyle (about 6 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
5PM
Check out time
4PM
General
- All campsites are reservable.
- No personal checks or cash are accepted at this time. Credit/Debit card only.
- 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 the first night use fee. If the no-show service fee is greater than the reservation amount, the customer will not be charged any additional service fees.
- 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. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
- Firewood brought into this facility must be purchased, or collected locally due to invasive insects.
- 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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Last updated: September 2, 2026
