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Top Campgrounds & RV Parks near West Salem, Illinois

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Top Campgrounds near West Salem

45 campgrounds 707 available sites

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Lotus Group Area

Carlyle, IL · 68.4 mi from West Salem

4.4 (8 reviews)

The Lotus Group Area, situated 50 mi east of St. Louis on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, serves as a serene getaway for city-dwellers and families. It combines the charm of a small town with the beauty of Illinois’ largest man-made lake.

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Coles Creek Campground

Carlyle, IL · 68.5 mi from West Salem

4.6 (992 reviews)

Coles Creek Campground is located on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, about 50 mi east of St. Louis. It serves as an ideal retreat for city-dwellers and families, blending the charm of a small town with the beauty of Illinois' largest man-made l...

RV sites: 145
Tent sites: 145

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Timber Ridge Outpost & Cabins

Karbers Ridge, IL · 68.6 mi from West Salem

5.0 (5 reviews)

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Coles Creek Day Use

Carlyle, IL · 68.8 mi from West Salem

3.8 (5 reviews)

Coles Creek Day Use Area is located on the eastern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 mi east of St. Louis. It serves as a perfect getaway for city-dwellers and families, offering a tranquil small-town atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of Illinois'...