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Hamilton County Conservation Area
The Hamilton County Conservation Area in McLeansboro, Illinois is a public park located in the heart of the county. The park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The park also features a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and other small game. The park is open year-round and offers a variety of amenities, including restrooms, picnic shelters, and a playground. The park also offers educational programs and events throughout the year.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Kimberlee Weber
This is a hidden gem. Love this camp ground. There are a few sites where the electric doesn't work but has plenty that do. This was our first time camping here, and we will come back as often as we can.
Madison
Camping, fishing, hiking, boating, and catching up with friends and family around a fire or a picnic table… Dolan Lake is the place that has it all! Full of animals, fish, flowers, and people all year long! Adventure is waiting! 10/10
Robert Steck
Lake is for fishing/boating only with swimming not permitted. Our impression was that mostly locals frequent this campground. The sites are close together, though about 25% were out-of-service due to electrical issues, which gave us a buffer on one side. No water at any campsites and a single dump station. There is a nice 3.25 mile trail around the lake though it is poorly marked and easy to lose. The camp hostess was perhaps vacationing, as we never saw her, though a camp employee told us that the "Campground" Wi-Fi was for her use only, so no passwords were given out. Even with a cell booster, I could get only 1 bar on Verizon and 2 bars on ATT, with frequent drops and with no spot to get a clear view of the skies for Starlink, this isn't digital nomad friendly. They are looking for someone to manage the lake concession, so until that is resolved the nearest food or gas is McLeansboro about 9 miles to the west.
Jen Meyers
We stayed here in a cabin overnight while traveling south and back again to visit my parents. The cabin that we stayed in was completely perfect for our needs. Complete with a fridge and an air conditioner, the accommodations we great for our 90+ degree weather. The views were great and bathrooms were clean. We agree that we would definitely stay here again. For you horticulturists, it was the trees knees! Sidenote, there are no mattresses or bedding in the cabins. Remember to bring your own! As regular tent campers, we were prepared.
Coalblooded M.
One of the cleanest campgrounds I've camped at. The hosts make you feel welcome and the staff say busy upkeeping the grounds. It's quiet,relaxing, and scenic. The trails are very nicely kept. Highly recommend this campground!