Recreation in Carbondale, Illinois

State Parks

Giant City State Park 618-457-4836
235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL 62958
Located 12 Miles South of Carbondale
Camping, horseback riding, fishing, picnicking, rappelling, and hiking the Giant City Nature Trail, home of the “Giant City Streets” formed 12,000 years ago by huge... more info map

Cedar Lake 800-526-1500
Cedar Creek Road, Carbondale, IL 62901
south of Carbondale
1,750 acres filled with fishing fun. There are bluegill, crappie, catfish, and bass. Swimming is also available at Poplar Camp Beach. more info map
Devil's Kitchen Campground & Marina 618-457-5004
1625 Tacoma Lake Road, Carbondale, IL 62901
Surrounded by 810 acres and located on a clear and deep lake, this marina offers bait, tackle, ice, and boat and canoe rentals. A small restaurant is on site. Fully... more info map

Carbondale Super Block - Sports Multi-Complex
601 South Lewis Lane, Carbondale, IL 62901
This sports complex features baseball, softball, soccer, football, and track fields. more info map

Hickory Ridge Golf Center 618-529-4386
2727 Glenn Road, Carbondale, IL 62901
A public, 18-hole championship golf course. more info
Midland Hills Golf Course 618-529-3698
309 Midland Hills Road, Carbondale, IL 62901
This beautiful 18 hole golf course is one of the most scenic, oldest, and most challenging courses in the area. more info map
Stone Creek 618-351-GOLF (351-4653)
503 Stone Creek Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901
Eight Miles South of Carbondale on US Route 51
This 18 hole golf course is one of the most scenic golf courses in Southern Illinois and features most of the tree species native to Illinois. more info map