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Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

Illinois (Southern) · IL State Recreation Area · Beach · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalNone for personal grills
On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Boat launch
Things to doHiking
AccessOpen to allOpen to all. Free entry, no day-use fee.

About this place

3,103-acre park 15 miles northeast of Salem centered on an 18-mile-shoreline lake; the Circle Drive Picnic Area near sandy Rocky Point Beach is the main day-use grilling spot.

Good to know

SwimmingOK
FishingOK

What's here

Picnic tables
Pavilion
Hiking
Boat launch

Location

Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area
RegionIllinois (Southern)
Coordinates38.7350° N, 88.8180° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live map

Common questions

Can you grill at Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area. None for personal grills. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for personal grills.

Can you swim at Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area?

allowed.

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