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Update: The Hiking Trail is now open!

Beautiful rolling hills and woods surround star-shaped Lake Murphysboro and provide a wonderful backdrop for boating, fishing, picnicking, camping and hiking. Located in Jackson County about 1 mile west of Murphysboro off Route 149, the 1,022-acre state park is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors.

Directions

Lake Murphysboro State Park is located in Jackson County on the north side of Rt. 149, approximately 2 miles west of Murphysboro. From Rt. 13, 127, and 149 junction, take Rt. 149 west 2 miles to the entrance of Lake Murphysboro State Park/Kinkaid Lake. From Rt. 3, take 149 east approximately 5 miles to the entrance of Lake Murphysboro State Park/Kinkaid Lake.

  • At least one responsible adult must accompany each group of 15 minors. * Pets must be kept on leashes at all times. 
  • While groups of 25 or more are welcome and encouraged to use the park's facilities, they are required to register in advance with the site office to avoid crowding or scheduling conflicts.
  • Actions by nature can result in closed roads and other facilities. Please call ahead to the park office before you make your trip. 

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

Park Closures

Park Information:

Southern Illinois

492 Lake Access Road

Murphysboro

62966

618-684-2867
Email

37.773

-89.379

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