Cedar Lake
Cedar Creek Rd., Carbondale, IL 62901
Canoeing & Kayaking
Cedar Lake is a 1,750-acre reservoir in southern Illinois, created by the damming of Cedar Creek, a tributary of the Big Muddy River, in 1974. The lake is located in Jackson County, southwest of Carbondale, Illinois.
Located in the Shawnee National Forest, this 1,750 acre lake has 40 miles of shoreline, a maximum depth of 60 feet, and 10hp limit on boat motors.
What's happening nearby...

McLeod Theater- Urinetown the Musical
Apr 24 – Apr 27
The SIU School of Theater and Dance and The School of Music are presenting Urinetown the Musical.
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The Annual Great Cardboard Boat Regatta
Apr 26
Southern Illinois University originated the Great Cardboard Boat Regatta dating back to 1974.
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CarbondALE Brew Fest
Town Square Pavilion • May 02 – May 03 @ 6PM
Carbondale Main Street is partnering with Southern Illinois University Fermentation Science Institute and Southern Illinois Brewers to host the 10th CarbondALE Brew Fest!
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Carbondale
Devil's Kitchen Lake is an 810-acre reservoir in Southern Illinois, created by the damming of Grassy Creek.
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