Campground Details - Ferne Clyffe State Park, IL - ReserveAmerica

Description

Ferne Clyffe State Park has been known as an outstanding natural scenic spot for nearly 100 years. An abundance of ferns, rare geological features and unusual plant communities create an atmosphere that enhances the many recreational facilities offered at the park. Designated trails wind through picturesque woods, allowing visitors to view fascinating rock formations and inspring vistas. However, naturally occurring hazardous areas do exist within the park, so visitors are warned to use extreme caution if they leave the safety of a designated trail. Located on Il. Rt. 37, just 1 mile south of Goreville and 12 miles south of Marion, the 2,430 acre park is easily accessible from both I-57 and I-24. With camping, picnicking, hiking, hunting, fishing and sightseeing to experience, you can't help but enjoy a visit to Ferne Clyffe.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
Bath House Bird Watching Campground Host Camping, Equestrian Camping, Improved Site Camping, Primitive Dump Station, Camper Fire Rings Fishing, Park Lake Geological Formations Grills Hiking Hiking - Difficult Hiking - Moderate Hiking Trail Hunting Information/Contact Station Interpretive Trail Jogging/Running Kiosk Maintenance, Facility Nature Study Office/Ranger Station Park Lake	Parking Photography Picnic Area Picnic Pavilion Picnic Shelter Picnic Tables Picnicking Playground Restrooms Rock Climbing Shelters Showers Trails, Difficult Hiking Trails, Easy Hiking/Walking Trails, Equestrian Trails, Moderate Hiking Viewing Platform/Overlook Walking Water Access, Park Lake Water, Drinking Waterfall Waterfall Access Wildflower Viewing Wildlife Viewing
Less Than 1 Mile
Antiquing Ball Field Cash Machine/Atm Church First Aid Supplies Fuel, Vehicles Grocery Store Laundry Maintenance, RV/Camper Maintenance, Vehicle	Medical Clinic Newspapers Restaurant Retail, Drinks Retail, Firewood Retail, Ice Retail, Snacks Retail, Supplies Tennis Town
Greater Than 1 Mile
Hospital Interpretive Center Interpretive Exhibit/Display Mall Nature Center	Propane Shopping Swimming - Pool Swimming, Pool
Within 10 Miles
Bicycling Emergency Services Golf Golfing Marina Motel	Orchard/Produce Farm Pay Telephone Retail, Bait & Tackle Seasonal Festivals Trails, Bicycle Winery Tours

Alerts and Important Information

Shelter Reservations are non-refundable unless the area is closed by the Department, in this circumstance the Site Manager will contact you prior to your reservation date to cancel and issue your refund.

A responsible adult (18 years of age or older) from the camping party must register for the party and thereby acknowledge compliance with the rules and regulations of the park for the party.

At least one responsible adult must accompany each group of 15 minors

Special camping rate reductions apply to Illinois residents only

Group size and number of vehicles cannot exceed the established maximums

The maximum length of camping stay from May 1 through September 30 is 14 nights in any 30 day period

For a campsite, a "Single Family" consisting of 4 related adults with or without children occupying the same shelter are allowed; or a "Single Group" consisting of 4 unrelated adults with or without children occupying the same shelter are allowed

All pets must be on a leash. Pet owners are responsible for their animals' waste and must dispose of it properly

All visitors are required to leave the park at or before 10:00 p.m.

Groups of 25 or more are required to register in advance with the park office

We hope you enjoy your stay or event. Remember, take only memories, leave only footprints

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
37.53306, -88.98194
37°31'59"N, 88°58'55"W

Ferne Clyffe State Park is located 1 mile south of Goreville, on Il. Rt. 37. The park is easily accessed from both Interstate 57 and Interstate 24. From I-57, take exit 40, go east 5 miles to Il. Rt. 37, go one mile south of Goreville to park entrance. From I-24, take exit 7, go west 2 miles to Il. Rt. 37, go 1/2 mile south to park entrance.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

Ferne Clyffe State Park
P.O. Box 10, Il. Rt. 37 South
Goreville IL 62939

Phone Number:

Information: (618)995-2411