Lake Murphysboro State Park
52 Cinder Hill Dr., Murphysboro, IL 62966
Bird & Eagle Watching
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.
What's happening nearby...

Praise the Lard Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off
Sep 18 – Sep 20
A qualifying event for the World Food Championships
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Big Muddy Monster Brewfest
Riverside Park • Oct 04 @ 12noon
The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest at Riverside Park in Murphysboro, is a Craft beer lovers dream.
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