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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.

Jet Skis:	Are they permitted? Yes
Swimming:	Can you swim in the lake? Yes
Boat Docks:	Are they permitted? Yes
Power Boats:	Are they permitted? Yes
Nearby cities:	50 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri
Other:	http://mvs-wc.mvs.usace.army.mil/KASK/kacl.html
Fishing Information
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. Get your fishing license here: https://www.link2gov.com/il/dnr/ 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
Boating Information
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
Camping Information
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
Local Area Businesses
www.carlyelake.com 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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