State Parks Near Effingham, Illinois
18 state park units lie within 50 miles of Effingham. The closest is Hidden Springs State Forest, about 15 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Hidden Springs State Forest15 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 18 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 13parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Effingham, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Effingham; driving distance is usually longer.
Hidden Springs State Forest
In Shelby County, about 15 miles northwest of Effingham, Hidden Springs State Forest covers about 1,096 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Hidden Springs State Forest →Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Jasper County, about 18 miles northwest of Olney.
Hours, fees and rules for Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Sam Parr SFWA
Sam Parr SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Jasper County, about 3 miles northeast of Newton.
Hours, fees and rules for Sam Parr SFWA →Wolf Creek State Park
Wolf Creek State Park is a park in Shelby County, about 17 miles west of Mattoon.
Hours, fees and rules for Wolf Creek State Park →Eagle Creek State Park
Eagle Creek State Park is a park in Shelby County, about 19 miles west of Mattoon.
Hours, fees and rules for Eagle Creek State Park →Fox Ridge State Park
Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Fox Ridge State Park →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 →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 →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 →Kaskaskia River
Kaskaskia River is a state fish and wildlife area in Coles County, about 8 miles northwest of Mattoon.
Hours, fees and rules for Kaskaskia River →Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area
Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Moultrie County, in Bethany.
Hours, fees and rules for Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area →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 →Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area
Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area is a 1,123-acre recreation area in Crawford County, about 7 miles north of Robinson.
Hours, fees and rules for Crawford County Fish and Wildlife 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 →Red Hills State Park
Covering about 964 acres, Red Hills State Park lies in Lawrence County, in Sumner.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Hills State Park →Lincoln Trail State Park
Covering about 1,031 acres, Lincoln Trail State Park lies in Clark County, about 4 miles south of Marshall.
Hours, fees and rules for Lincoln Trail State Park →Spitler Woods State Natural Area
Covering about 40 acres, Spitler Woods State Natural Area lies in Macon County, in Mount Zion.
Hours, fees and rules for Spitler Woods State Natural Area →Walnut Point State Park
The official site lists about 5 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Walnut Point State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Effingham
- Hidden Springs State Forest 15 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Sam Parr SFWA 24 mi east · Campground listed
- Wolf Creek State Park 26 mi north · Campground listed
- Eagle Creek State Park 28 mi north · Campground listed
- Fox Ridge State Park 29 mi northeast · Campground listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Effingham
- Wolf Creek State Park 26 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Questions about state parks near Effingham
What is the closest state park to Effingham?
Hidden Springs State Forest is the closest, about 15 miles northwest of Effingham in a straight line. Next are Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area and Sam Parr SFWA.
How many state parks are near Effingham?
18 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 Effingham have camping?
13 parks list camping, the nearest being Hidden Springs State Forest, Sam Parr SFWA and Wolf Creek State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Effingham?
Yes, at 1 park, including Wolf Creek State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Effingham?
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.
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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.