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Bluegill Bay Marina and Campground

3697 Old Route 13, Carterville, IL 62918

Camping & RV Parks

Bluegill Bay Marina & Campground is Carterville's premier marina located on beautiful Crab Orchard Lake.

Established in the early 1940s, the marina includes docks with 137 slips, a boat ramp, clubhouse, and boat rental which includes pontoons, paddle boats, and canoes. The campground includes a clubhouse and electric sites, primitive tent camping, and a full-service shower house and dump station.

Users can enjoy access to the marina and campground and can utilize the clubhouse for events.

Boat slips are available for an annual fee of $550.

Campsites can be reserved at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10238027

Call for boat rental fees and camping fees.

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  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Available
  • Pets Allowed
  • Heating
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

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