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Dam West Beach Introduce
Welcome to Dam West Beach, a hidden gem nestled along the shores of Carlyle Lake in Shattuc, Illinois. This picturesque campground and lodging destination offers a perfect escape for nature lovers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts. Located just an hour's drive from St. Louis, Dam West Beach provides a tranquil environment where you can unwind and reconnect with nature.
At Dam West Beach, you'll find a variety of activities to enjoy:
- Swimming: Take a refreshing dip in the lake, though the water may not be crystal clear, it’s perfect for a cool escape on a hot day.
- Fishing: Cast your line and try your luck at catching fish. Don’t forget to bring your fishing license!
- Family Fun: The beach features a kids' playground, making it an ideal spot for families with young children.
- Grilling: While grilling is possible, be mindful of the local fly population that can be a bit bothersome.
The campground is well-maintained with clean restrooms and a litter-free environment, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors. Whether you're looking to swim, fish, or simply relax by the water, Dam West Beach offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful surroundings.
Here’s what some of our visitors have to say:
- "We had fun at this beach. Water is not so clear, but it was ok. They have clean restrooms, grill, clean, no trash, and they have a kids' playground. Overall, it was a nice beach to visit."
- "It's a camping site in Illinois about 1 hour drive from St. Louis. You can swim and fish here. But needs a license to fish. I like the area as it is beautiful. The drawback is there are too many flies and it's not a good place to grill your meats. The restroom is very clean."
Plan your next getaway to Dam West Beach and experience the beauty of Carlyle Lake. Whether you're camping, fishing, or just enjoying the scenery, this destination promises a memorable outdoor adventure.
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Customer Reviews
We had fun at this beach. Water is not so clear, but it was ok. They have clean restrooms, grill, clean, no trash and they have kids playground. Overall, it was a nice beach to visit.
It's a camping site in Illinois about 1 hour drive from St. Louis. You can swim and fish here. But needs a license to fish. I like the area as it is beautiful. The drawback is there are too many flies and it's not a good place to grill your meats. The restroom is very clean.
We had the most wonderful day at the beach!
Dam West Beach… Dam fine area. Dam fine beach. Dam fine restrooms. Dam fine parking. Dam fine trail over the spillway. Dam West Beach… Check it out sometime.
Looks great I'm going to be there on the 17th for a SEIU Union picnic. I've been to the area a couple times but not the beach area yet 😎
It's a well kept park with lots of picnic tables and space to spend time with family. The beach looked clean and was being used by a lot of people. There were a couple nice playgrounds with lots of kids playing. It was picturesque until some douche canoe showed up and turned his radio up to 11. Thankfully that guy brought us back to reality so we didn't enjoy ourselves too much.
Removed 1 star because of all the sand spiders. Otherwise, beautiful and will be returning.
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