Sangchris Lake State Park

Category: State park

Address: 9898 Cascade Rd, Rochester, IL 62563, USA

Phone: +12174989208

Reviews

Matthew Davis

Jul 23, 2022

Me and my family of 5 were traveling from northern Michigan back to kc and decided to camp halfway home cuz our kids first week of camping went fantastic so we extended it a night and saved ourselves too long of a drive home in one day. We had a reservation set somewhere we were unsure of and I looked at the reviews and they were actually scary so we came across this place and it was our best camping experience the whole trip. Wonderful people running it, first come first serve and we found a spot right next to the water. Kids had their tiny tent and the wife and I slept in our hammock just a few feet from the fishing dock and water. Super peaceful, beautiful scenery to wake up too. 12/10 do recommend. I never thought I'd say this but, I'd like to go back to Illinois for camping as long as it's here.

R. U. Lost 2

Mar 14, 2022

An enjoyable natural park. It has multiple picnic shelters well spaced along and around the lake. With two boat ramps (a well developed area on the east side of the park and a more remote second/backup ramp on the west side) the park seems to be a favorite among fisherman looking for something off of the beaten path. It also has multiple campgrounds. Both of which were still closed for the season during my visit.

Michelle Oakes

May 3, 2021

We love fishing and boating Sangchris Lake. My son lives the playground and it isn't very crowded like some of the other lakes nearby.

R. L.B.

Feb 7, 2021

This was my first visit to the park. I found some nice walking trails - the paths are easily found from the parking lots. I had hoped for a trail that follows the lake, but most trails just ended up at the next parking lot; it would be pretty difficult to get lost, however, which is a plus. There are many docks and benches that would be fantastic during warmer weather when there's time to sit and relax and enjoy the scenery. I only visited one section because I went in frigid weather, but from this snapshot experience, I will definitely venture out again. It is a lovely area, and a great place to get away, even if the escape is during a polar vortex during a pandemic. I can't wait to visit in the summer when I can kayak on the lake!!

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Questions & Answers

Are you allowed to camp in the park its self? Besides the camp grounds.

Rich Shields | Sep 9, 2020
Andrew Bird | Sep 10, 2020

No, but the rustic camp sites are inexpensive. $10.

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Is the camping year round

Edward Morrow | Aug 5, 2020
Thomas Niemeyer | Aug 6, 2020

No

Do I need to make a reservation

Joe Nolting | Aug 5, 2020
Ron Harris | Aug 6, 2020

Only for the camp grounds and if you want a special spot.

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Do cabins have air , refrigerator, disabled, bathroom,easy access

Kaydo Underwood | Aug 6, 2018
RANDY DAVIS | Aug 7, 2018

The cabins have refrigerators and air conditioning do not have bathrooms and they are wheelchair accessible

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Sangchris is now open for camping all year around right

Ben Pagel | Aug 6, 2018
RANDY DAVIS | Aug 7, 2018

Since they added cabins they are now open year-round

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Does the lake close to fishing during duck season

Larry Clemens | Aug 6, 2018
Matthew Jones | Aug 7, 2018

Fishing shall be prohibited in the east and west arms of the lake during the period from 10 days prior to the duck season through the end of the duck season, unless the youth waterfowl hunt is more than 10 days before the regular duck season, then the east and west arms will be closed to accommodate the youth waterfowl hunt.  Fishing shall be prohibited in the west arm of the lake and the east arm of the lake south of the power lines during that portion of the Canada goose season that follows the duck season.

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Is there a firepit in the day use picnic area?

Lena Peecher | Oct 9, 2020
Kristopher Evans (Sirbloodking) | Oct 10, 2020

Depending on the spot u go but yes.

Are golfcarts allowed at deer run sangchris campground?

Patricia Cox | Sep 9, 2020
Ter Ob | Sep 10, 2020

I believe so, but you may want to call to check.

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What are the cabin prices?

Cynthia Mcallister | Aug 5, 2020
Kim Jones | Aug 6, 2020

I believe they are $45/night. You can find all the info on reserveamerica.com

Can you camp all year long?

gina brake | Aug 5, 2020
Joe Blakeman | Aug 6, 2020

Water facilities (including the shower building) are closed the Monday prior to Thanksgiving through March 31st. Hickory Point remains open all year, Deer Run will be closed the second week in January through March 31st

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