Carlyle Lake Information |
Carlyle lake is the largest manmade lake within Illinois with more than 26,000 acres of water and 11,000 acres of land. It is located just 50 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri. Carlyle Lake offers tremendous recreational opportunities. Carlyle Lake is known as one of the top waterfowl hunting areas in the state. From Nov. - Jan. there is a controlled Pheasant hunt at Eldon Hazlet State Park. The Department of Natural Resources also provides opportunities for hunting white-tai Carlyle lake is the largest manmade lake within Illinois with more than 26,000 acres of water and 11,000 acres of land. It is located just 50 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri. Carlyle Lake offers tremendous recreational opportunities. Carlyle Lake is known as one of the top waterfowl hunting areas in the state. From Nov. - Jan. there is a controlled Pheasant hunt at Eldon Hazlet State Park. The Department of Natural Resources also provides opportunities for hunting white-tailed deer, turkeys, squirrels, bobwhite quail, rabbits and mourning doves. Trapping is permitted after the duck season. Birdwatchers can view ducks, geese, bald eagles, ospreys, cormorants, and great blue herons, as well as numerous species of shorebirds and songbirds. There's swimming beaches, camping areas, including two state parks, golf courses, great restaurants and nightlife. |
Are Jet Skis permitted on Carlyle Lake? Yes
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Can you Swim in Carlyle Lake? Yes |
Are Boat Docks permitted at Carlyle Lake? Yes |
Are Power Boats permitted at Carlyle Lake? Yes |
What are the Nearby Cities to Carlyle Lake? 50 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri |
Carlyle Lake Fishing Information |
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The tailwater (below the dam) is the most productive fishing area in Illinois, producing 3,260 lbs. of fish per water acre. The state record flathead catfish and white bass have been caught in the spillway.
Eastside Bait & Cafe, 618-226-3317, 15303 Boulder Rd, Carlyle, IL 62231-4017
Highland Lure & Bait, 618-749-5430, 22115 Keyesport Rd, Keyesport, IL 62253-2102
Kleber's Fish House & Canoe Rental, 618-594-3227, 19002 US highway 50, Carlyle, IL 62231-2322
Lavish's Bait Shop, 618-594-4413, 411 4th St, Carlyle, IL 62231-1917
Ed's Bait & Tackle, 618-533-5383, 403 N Poplar St, Centralia, IL 62801-2964
Amason's Fishing Adventures, 618-533-2873, 220 N Sycamore St, Centralia, IL 62801-3239
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Carlyle Lake Boating Information |
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Carlyle Lake is well known to sailors as one of the best and most challenging lakes for sailboats. The lake was host for the 1994 U.S. Olympic Festival Sailing Competition. There are sailing races almost every weekend through the summer. Boats and watercraft of all types are suitable for use on the lake.
Boulder Access Marina, 618-226-3223, 26000 Boulder Access Rd, Shattuc, IL 62283-1538
West Access Marina, 618-594-2461, 14222 Lake Rd, Carlyle, IL 62231-6486
(Marina, Boat Rental)
Kleber's Fish House & Canoe Rental, 618-594-3227, 19002 US highway 50, Carlyle, IL 62231-2322
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Carlyle Lake Camping Information |
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Carlyle Lake is well known to sailors as one of the best and most challenging lakes for sailboats. The lake was host for the 1994 U.S. Olympic Festival Sailing Competition. There are sailing races almost every weekend through the summer. Boats and watercraft of all types are suitable for use on the lake.
Boulder Access Marina, 618-226-3223, 26000 Boulder Access Rd, Shattuc, IL 62283-1538
West Access Marina, 618-594-2461, 14222 Lake Rd, Carlyle, IL 62231-6486
(Marina, Boat Rental)
Kleber's Fish House & Canoe Rental, 618-594-3227, 19002 US highway 50, Carlyle, IL 62231-2322
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Carlyle Lake Local Area Businesses |
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Twin Oaks Golf Course, 618-749-5215, Keyesport, IL 62253
Governors Run Golf & Country Club, 618-594-4585, 3300 Governors Dr, Carlyle, IL 62231-6465
Twin Oaks Golf Course, 618-749-5611, 21916 State Route 127, Greenville, IL 62246-5102
Fisherman's Cove Adventure Park, 618-594-2972, 4211 12th St, Carlyle, IL 62231-6490
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