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Clinton Lake State Recreation Area in DeWitt is one of Illinois' most popular state parks, spanning 9,300 acres within DeWitt County within the state's east central area. The park is anchored around the 4,900-acres Clinton Lake, which serves as the cooling body of water for Exelon Power Station, and is overseen by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Outstanding conditions for catfish, crappie, walleye, and bass fishing are offered, with boat launches available at the park's West Side and Mascoutin Access Areas and a fishing pier available at its Spillway Access Area. Sailboating, motorboating, swimming, and sunbathing are also popular during the summer months, with a 1,000-foot sand beach area available for use by visitors of all ages. Hiking trails and hunting areas are available, with more than 300 campsites offered for overnight use.
Address: Clinton Lake State Recreation Area, 7251 Ranger Road, DeWitt, IL 61735, Phone: 217-935-8722
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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