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Rend Lake

The Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area covers 38,900 acres comprised of bottomland hardwoods, upland ag fields, and 3,000 acres of impounded water that are home to waterfowl.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Rend Lake

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Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area

The Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area covers 38,900 acres comprised of bottomland hardwoods, upland ag fields, and 3,000 acres of impounded water that are home to waterfowl.

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Rend Lake

As one of southern Illinois premier outdoor destinations, this lake has tons of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge

The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge was established to maintain wildlife conservation, agriculture, industry, and recreation.

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Lake Murphysboro State Park

Located in Jackson County, Illinois, on 1022 acres, Lake Murphysboro State Park was established in 1948.

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Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area

The 1,302-acre Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is scenic with rolling terrain, gorgeous woods, and the 194-acre Sam Dale Lake with 5 miles of shoreline.

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Kinkaid Lake Spillway

This swimming hole is one of Illinois best kept secrets and finding it around the massive 2,750-acre lake is almost impossible unless you know exactly where to look.