More than 9 miles of trails are available to hikers at Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area. The 3-mile Cherokee Trail has three separate loops that pass through a mature oak-hickory forest over gently rolling terrain, offering great views of the lake. The Pawnee Trail is a 1
, IL TrailsTwenty lakefront cottages are available for rent in the Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area. The cottages are located on the Carlyle Lake shoreline offering a spectacular view of the lake. The 780
, IL CabinsEldon Hazlet State Recreation Area is probably best known for its camping facilities. The Illini Campground has 328 Class A campsites with 30 and 50 amp electrical hook-ups, 36 Class C campsites for walk-in tent camping and two rustic rent-a-cabins.
, IL CampingCarlyle Lake is known as one of the top waterfowl hunting areas in the state. From November - January, there is a contolled Pheasant hunt at Eldon Hazlet State Park. The park has more than 50
, IL HuntingCarlyle Lake offers good fishing for crappie, white bass, largemouth bass, bluegill, channel and flathead catfish, freshwater drum and carp. Other species commonly caught are green sunfish, yellow bass, yellow and black bullheads. If you like variety, the tailwater area, directly below the lake'
, IL FishingFormerly a Carnegie library built in 1903, this museum now houses items from the early days of Richland county, military, oil...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...
This building was the former home of Judge Sidney Breese who came to Illinois from New York. He studied law here, became Assi...
A fine example of Greek Revival architecture, the Shawneetown Bank was constructed in 1839-41 to house the offices of the Ban...
Situated at the base of the Ohio River bluffs, this two-story rectangular, square-log structure built in 1840 has been contin...