Randolph County State Recreation Area is a mecca for outdoor recreational activities. Fishing, hiking, picnicking, boating, hunting and camping are just a few of the choices, keeping even the most outdoorsman content on 1,101 acres. Located five miles north east of Chester in Randolph County, it lies in the rolling hill country of southern Illinois. Offering a cool retreat from hot summer days, well shaded picnic areas, hiking trails and scenic forest stands await park visitors. There’s a diverse offering at beautiful Randolph County State Recreation Area.

History

In 1958, land was purchased and plans were started to build a dam and spillway for a 65-acre lake. The lake was completed in 1961 and since that time, recreational facilities have been added to provide picnic shelters, toilets, a boat ramp and a concession stand.

Randolph County - State Recreation Area
4301 S. Lake Dr.
Chester, IL 62233
618.826.2706