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South Sandusky Campground Rend Lake Illinois

South Sandusky Overview

South Sandusky Campground is located on the western shore Rend Lake and has 5 loops with a total of 128 campsites.  There are 66 sites with full hookups and many others with water/electric. Eight campsites are also walk-to (tent only) and range from about 20 to 140 feet from the parking area.

The seasonal campground is generally open late March to late October. Amenities include potable (drinking) water, flush toilets, hot-water showers, trash collection (dumpsters) and an RV dump station. Firewood is also available to purchase from the friendly camp hosts. Playgrounds are located in the Redbud, Pine Tree and Sycamore camping loops. Cell service is good in the area.

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. In addition to hookups, each site also has a parking area, table, fire ring and grill. The walk-to (tent only) campsites do not have electric hookups.

Other campgrounds in the area include North Sandusky, South Marcum, Gun Creek and Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area.

South Sandusky Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing, water sports, swimming, hiking, biking and picnicking. Wildlife viewing is also good in the area.

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Amenities
  • Bathhouse
  • BBQ Grills
  • Campground Host
  • Campsite Tables
  • Cell Service - Good
  • Drinking Water
  • Dumpsters
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Rings
  • Firewood Available
  • Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
  • Grills
  • Pets OK
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • RV Dump Station
  • Showers
  • Trash Collection
Activities
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Paddle boarding (SUP)
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • Stargazing
  • Swimming
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing
Last updated October 10th, 2026
7820 Red Oak Lane
Sesser, Illinois 62884
618-724-2493
Lat / Long:

38.032404, -89.004276

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Campsite Types
  • ADA
  • Camper Van
  • Electric & Water Hookup
  • Full Hookup
  • Primitive
  • RV
  • Tent
  • Trailer
  • Walk-To
# of Campsites:

128

# of RV Hookup Campsites:

119

Campsite Vehicle Size:

Upo to 90 ft.

Season:

Late March – Late October

Elevation:

470

Dump Station:

In Campground

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