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Rend Lake
As one of southern Illinois premier outdoor destinations, this lake has tons of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
Plan Around Rend Lake
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Rend Lake Details
As one of southern Illinois premier outdoor destinations, this lake has tons of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Fishing, boating, kayaking, golfing, and swimming are all possible on this sprawling 18,900-acre lake. On the southwest side, you will find the South Sandusky Beach, a wide stretch of sandy beach where you can spend the day lounging in the sun and playing in the water. There is a nominal fee to visit, although you will have access to all the on-site facilities like picnic sites, showers, and restrooms.
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Nearby Parks Around Rend Lake
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Rend Lake
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6.0 mi away
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.
23.4 mi away
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge was established to maintain wildlife conservation, agriculture, industry, and recreation.
28.7 mi away
Lake Murphysboro State Park
Located in Jackson County, Illinois, on 1022 acres, Lake Murphysboro State Park was established in 1948.
32.0 mi away
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.
32.1 mi away
Trillium Trail
Between the frozen waterfalls and budding wildflower fields, there is really not a bad time to go hiking along this trail in Makanda.
