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Dam East Rec. Area (Day Use)
Dam East Recreation Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful getaway for city-dwellers and families, combining small-town charm with the beauty of Illinois' largest man-made lake.
Coon Creek (IL)
Coon Creek is a spacious campground located on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois, featuring playgrounds, a swimming area, and shaded campsites. It offers various outdoor activities for all ages, including fishing, swimming,...
From $18/night
Forrest W. Bo Wood
Forrest W. "Bo" Wood Recreation Area features a large campground on Lake Shelbyville's northern shore in central Illinois. It offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. For updates and more infor...
From $18/night
Opossum Creek
Opossum Creek Recreation Area is a peaceful campground located on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois. It offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. For more information and...
From $16/night
Hendricks County Fairgrounds
From $25/night
Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Dam East-McNair Campground is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for city-dwellers and families seeking a peaceful getaway. It is situated 50 miles east of St. Louis, offering a small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' largest m...
From $20/night
Dam East Spillway (Day Use)
The Dam East Spillway Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a tranquil escape for city-dwellers and families, combining a small-town atmosphere with the beauty of Illinois' largest ...
Love's RV Hookup-Horse Cave KY 360
Dam West Spillway
Dam West Spillway is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, Illinois' largest man-made lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families. The area combines the charm of a small town with sceni...
Dam West Campground
Dam West Campground is a recreational area on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for families and city-dwellers seeking a getaway. It is located 50 miles east of St. Louis and offers a tranquil small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' larg...
From $60/night
Lake Haven Retreat, LLC
Dam West Day Use
Dam West Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families, blending small-town charm with the vastness of Illinois' largest man-made lake.
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)
Wilborn Creek Group Camp is located on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois, providing outdoor activities like fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. Visitors can find news, event information, and updates from the U....
From $240/night
Clermont Lions Club Community Park
From $15/night
Linton
Linton Recreation Area is a day-use destination located by Lake Barkley, surrounded by scenic wooded hills and diverse wildlife. It offers a great atmosphere for family and friend gatherings. Visitors can appreciate the beautiful scenery while enj...
Tailwater
Tailwater Campground features 48 sites along the Barren River, providing a tranquil atmosphere with easy lake access. It hosts the annual Barren River Lake Scout Celebration, attracting scouts from surrounding states for competitions and demonstra...
From $30/night
The Narrows
The Narrows is a family-friendly campground with 92 sites near Barren River Lake, ideal for water enthusiasts and anglers. It features proximity to a marina and boat launch ramp, making it a popular spot. The campground has two loops available thr...
From $34/night
Baileys Point
Bailey's Point campground is the largest Army Corps of Engineers campground on Barren River Lake, featuring waterfront sites with scenic views. It offers ample space with five camping loops, private coves for swimming or boating, and a tranquil na...
From $24/night
Bumpus Mills
From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley. Many bird species reside here, including golden and bald eagles. Don't forget to pack binoculars and a came...
Hidden Creek RV Park
From $35/night
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Dam East Rec. Area (Day Use)
Dam East Recreation Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful getaway for city-dwellers and families, combining small-town charm with the beauty of Illinois' largest man-made lake.
Coon Creek (IL)
Coon Creek is a spacious campground located on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois, featuring playgrounds, a swimming area, and shaded campsites. It offers various outdoor activities for all ages, including fishing, swimming,...
From $18/night
Forrest W. Bo Wood
Forrest W. "Bo" Wood Recreation Area features a large campground on Lake Shelbyville's northern shore in central Illinois. It offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. For updates and more infor...
From $18/night
Opossum Creek
Opossum Creek Recreation Area is a peaceful campground located on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois. It offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. For more information and...
From $16/night
Hendricks County Fairgrounds
From $25/night
Dam East - Mcnair Campground
Dam East-McNair Campground is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for city-dwellers and families seeking a peaceful getaway. It is situated 50 miles east of St. Louis, offering a small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' largest m...
From $20/night
Dam East Spillway (Day Use)
The Dam East Spillway Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a tranquil escape for city-dwellers and families, combining a small-town atmosphere with the beauty of Illinois' largest ...
Love's RV Hookup-Horse Cave KY 360
Dam West Spillway
Dam West Spillway is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, Illinois' largest man-made lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families. The area combines the charm of a small town with sceni...
Dam West Campground
Dam West Campground is a recreational area on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, ideal for families and city-dwellers seeking a getaway. It is located 50 miles east of St. Louis and offers a tranquil small-town atmosphere alongside Illinois' larg...
From $60/night
Lake Haven Retreat, LLC
Dam West Day Use
Dam West Day Use Area is located on the southern shore of Carlyle Lake, 50 miles east of St. Louis. It serves as a peaceful retreat for city-dwellers and families, blending small-town charm with the vastness of Illinois' largest man-made lake.
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)
Wilborn Creek Group Camp is located on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois, providing outdoor activities like fishing, swimming, and picnicking for all ages. Visitors can find news, event information, and updates from the U....
From $240/night
Clermont Lions Club Community Park
From $15/night
Linton
Linton Recreation Area is a day-use destination located by Lake Barkley, surrounded by scenic wooded hills and diverse wildlife. It offers a great atmosphere for family and friend gatherings. Visitors can appreciate the beautiful scenery while enj...
Tailwater
Tailwater Campground features 48 sites along the Barren River, providing a tranquil atmosphere with easy lake access. It hosts the annual Barren River Lake Scout Celebration, attracting scouts from surrounding states for competitions and demonstra...
From $30/night
The Narrows
The Narrows is a family-friendly campground with 92 sites near Barren River Lake, ideal for water enthusiasts and anglers. It features proximity to a marina and boat launch ramp, making it a popular spot. The campground has two loops available thr...
From $34/night
Baileys Point
Bailey's Point campground is the largest Army Corps of Engineers campground on Barren River Lake, featuring waterfront sites with scenic views. It offers ample space with five camping loops, private coves for swimming or boating, and a tranquil na...
From $24/night
Bumpus Mills
From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley. Many bird species reside here, including golden and bald eagles. Don't forget to pack binoculars and a came...
Hidden Creek RV Park
From $35/night
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Oakland City has 194 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Dam East Spillway (Day Use) is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Oakland City vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Oakland City welcome pets. Dam West Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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