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Crab Orchard Campground offers 74 campsites. Water and electric hookups are provided on 67 sites, 7 sites are primitive with no water or electric hookups. The campground offers a dump station, hot showers, and flush toilets in order to provide a comfortable camping experience for guests.
Whether you're a camper who likes to rough it or one who prefers more convenience, camping at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is fun for all. The refuge offers four campgrounds. Little Grassy Lake and Blue Heron Campgrounds are managed through concession contracts.
On the north side of the refuge Crab Orchard Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts dream come true. This 7,000 acre lake offers two campgrounds, marinas, and several boat launching ramps.
Campgrounds are open from April 1st until Mid- November. The campground has 62 RV Campsites and 7 tent Campsites. Sites are first come, first serve with a variety of hookup options. Amenities include a Fire Ring, dump station, showers, and flush restrooms.
Staying in the Crab Orchard Campground gives you a front row seat to view numerous species of waterfowl and shorebirds, and various other types of wildlife, also giving you the serene view of sunrises & sunsets on the lake.
Whether you enjoy hiking, canoeing, hunting, camping, picnicking, wildlife photography or birdwatching a visit to Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is a great way to explore nature.
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is located five miles west of Marion, Illinois, and five miles south of Herrin, Illinois, on State Route 148. From I-57 in Marion, go west on Illinois Route 13 about three miles to Illinois Route 148. Turn left (south) and go two and one-half miles.
Staying in the Crab Orchard Campground gives you a front row seat to view numerous species of waterfowl and shorebirds, and various other types of wildlife, also giving you the serene view of sunrises & sunsets on the lake.
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Marion, Illinois: 16 reviews, 21 photos, & 5 tips from fellow RVers. Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Marion is rated 9.5 of 10 at RV LIFE Campground Reviews.
Oct 5, 2022 · Crab Orchard Lake Campground. This 6,965-acre reservoir is the centerpiece of the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge. It is fed by Devils Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake, which are also within the Refuge. The lake offers opportunities for boating, camping, fishing, and swimming.
