State Parks Near Centralia, Illinois
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Centralia. The closest is Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area, about 15 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area15 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 81 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Centralia, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Centralia; driving distance is usually longer.
Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area
Its trail network totals roughly 9 miles, according to the park. There are also lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area →Washington County State Recreation Area
Washington County State Recreation Area is a 1,465-acre recreation area in Washington County, about 5 miles south of Nashville.
Hours, fees and rules for Washington County State Recreation Area →Stephen A. Forbes SRA
Stephen A. Forbes SRA is a 3,116-acre state recreation area in Marion County, about 13 miles northeast of Salem.
Hours, fees and rules for Stephen A. Forbes SRA →Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Wayne County, about 21 miles east of Salem.
Hours, fees and rules for Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Carlyle Lake SFWA
Carlyle Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Fayette County, in Vandalia.
Hours, fees and rules for Carlyle Lake SFWA →Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area
Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Franklin County, about 6 miles north of Benton.
Hours, fees and rules for Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area →Pyramid State Recreation Area
Covering about 18,936 acres, Pyramid State Recreation Area lies in Perry County, about 10 miles west of Du Quoin.
Hours, fees and rules for Pyramid State Recreation Area →Coffeen Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Coffeen Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 536-acre recreation area in Montgomery County, about 9 miles south of Hillsboro.
Hours, fees and rules for Coffeen Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Ten Mile Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area
Ten Mile Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 5,940-acre recreation area in Hamilton County, about 17 miles east of Benton.
Hours, fees and rules for Ten Mile Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area →World Shooting and Recreational Complex
World Shooting and Recreational Complex is a park unit in Randolph County, about 4 miles north of Sparta.
Hours, fees and rules for World Shooting and Recreational Complex →Peabody River King
Peabody River King is a state fish and wildlife area in St. Clair County, in New Athens.
Hours, fees and rules for Peabody River King →Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area
Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area is a 1,759-acre recreation area in Fayette County, about 13 miles north of Vandalia.
Hours, fees and rules for Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area →Burning Star State Fish and Wildlife Area
Burning Star State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Jackson County, about 3 miles northeast of De Soto.
Hours, fees and rules for Burning Star State Fish and Wildlife Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Centralia
- Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area 15 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Washington County State Recreation Area 21 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Stephen A. Forbes SRA 24 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area 29 mi east · Campground listed
- Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area 31 mi south · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Centralia
- Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area 15 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Questions about state parks near Centralia
What is the closest state park to Centralia?
Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area is the closest, about 15 miles northwest of Centralia in a straight line. Next are Washington County State Recreation Area and Stephen A. Forbes SRA.
How many state parks are near Centralia?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Centralia have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area, Washington County State Recreation Area and Stephen A. Forbes SRA. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Centralia?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Centralia?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Mount Vernon, IL18 mi southeast
- Near Highland, IL35 mi northwest
- Near Belleville, IL47 mi west
- Near Edwardsville, IL50 mi west
- Near Effingham, IL52 mi northeast
- Near Marion, IL55 mi south
- Near Carbondale, IL56 mi south
- Near St. Louis, MO61 mi west
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.