when we were kids we used to swim here a lot, pretty stinky anymore especially main beach. They do have nice camping, but be real careful boating, way too many shallow places all over lake, and sometimes a lot of debris floating about.
Carlyle Lake is beautiful... and we had the pleasure of staying the weekend there.... however the cabins we stayed at weren't the best we have ever had the pleasure of renting.... there lake and all it's beauty is simply breathtaking.... and when we stumbled upon a little lodge to eat some dinner.... we simply fell in love Bretz Wildlife Lodge and Winery is amazing... the service and staff impeccable... the food even better..... anytime we visit the Carlyle area... we are stopping in
The water is extremely dirty. Nice campgrounds around the lake. Cool haunted trail at little prairie nature trail in October. Most local residents are very unfriendly. Don't recommend swimming in lake especially if you have any open wounds such as a cut or scratch.
A beautiful place for camping, boating or just a day outing. Nice beach area at the West Access. Remember to bring small bills because you need to pay in a drop box per car and per swimmer etc. Multiple boat ramps. Pontoon boats available for rent. Lovely place to watch the sail boats on the water or get active and go kayaking, fishing, swimming, biking etc.
I have been living in the Carlyle area for some years now, and the Lake is like my backyard. There is normally a good wind , however , too much wind and the lake can get rough like any other. Carlyle is a shallower lake , but is still good for Sailing and Fishing. I have spent many long , relaxing days on this lake. There are 5 beach areas peppered around the lake and several camping areas. Many people have discovered that our blacktop roads are great for long Bicycle rides and there is a ride around the lake mapped out . Check the signs on the Dam for the map. It is a nice place to visit and Explore.
lake Carlyle its the largest Manmade lake in Illinois a great place for fun and relaxation!!!! gonna be going back there soon on a Camping trip ,looking forward to it.
shallow, not the clearest lake..gets windy. But close to STL. :) Kids love the bike trails, riding across the dam and riding into McD or DQ on their bike to eat. Lots of friendly people here. If you have campers in the family, they can stay at the campground, but hotels are right by.
Beautiful lake and area. Well maintained, very clean. Lots of room for lots of people. Motel, cottages, campgrounds, rv parks, restaurant, visitor center, marinas, boat launches, sailing, bank and boat fishing, beaches, playground, picnic areas, walking and biking paths, waterfowl, variety of wooded and ag lands. All convenient to IL Rt 127 and Carlyle town.
What a welcoming place! A Lodge in a beautiful setting close to Carlyle Lake, Carlyle, Illinois. There are many things to do and see here, you will be amazed! A beautiful water fountain, with a bridge over the water that's stocked with goldfish. They have food right there for you to feed them. A beautiful pavilion, outside bar, winery, and excellent restaurant all in a lodge atmosphere! They even have a tennis court, and cabins to rent! A must see and visit!
I have been to Carlyle Lake vefore. I used to visit my grandparents as a child and we would camp at carlyle. The lake doesn't seem to be as clean as I remember. The campground however is just as quiet as I remembered