Spillway Group Area
Spillway Group Area is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Illinois. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Illinois
- Coordinates
- 38.03783, -88.95392
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Biking, Birding, Day Use Area, Fishing, Picnicking, Star Gazing, Water Access, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 618-724-2493
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Spillway Group Area
Overview Spillway Recreation Area— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature with the best sunsets of Southern Illinois. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here! Recreation Within the area, visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail—over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. The area offers abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and general outdoor exploration. Additional recreation features around Rend Lake include an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches (including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach). Facilities Spillway Group Area offers 10 acres for company picnics, weddings, church gatherings, family reunions and many other outdoor events. The area includes a large shelter (250 capacity) with electricity and overhead lighting, an amphitheater (250 capacity), and a small gazebo (30 capacity), a swingset, and direct access to the Rend Lake Bike Trail. The area also offers picnic tables, flush toilets, and drinking water in order to provide a comfortable experience for guests. Natural Features The fields, forests, and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an out
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Ameren Illinois · 20 mi
- Low clearances
- 2 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Marcum Day Use | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.4 mi | — | No hookups |
| Dale Miller Youth | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.6 mi | — | Electric |
| South Macom Campground | Private campground | 0.7 mi | — | — |
| South Marcum Campground | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.8 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Covery Point | Private campground | 0.9 mi | — | — |
| South Marcum Campground | Private campground | 0.9 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.