Dawson Lake
Dawson Township, IL
★★★★★
4.8(5 reviews)Amenities Overview
🏊Swimming
⛺Camping
About Dawson Lake
Escape to Dawson Lake in Dawson Township, Illinois! Located at 61737, this hidden gem boasts a fantastic 4.8-star average rating, a testament to its charm. It's the perfect spot for a relaxing day trip or a longer getaway.
Want to take a dip? Dawson Lake often offers pleasant swimming conditions, thanks to its typically clean water. There's even a beach area to make your day even more enjoyable. While camping opportunities may be available, it's best to check ahead to confirm current options.
Recent visitors have raved about the lake's peaceful atmosphere, highlighting the tranquility and beautiful scenery as major draws. One five-star review mentioned a particularly memorable family outing, enjoying the calm waters and the overall relaxing vibe. Another visitor gave it four stars, appreciating the clean beach but suggesting perhaps more amenities might enhance the experience.
So, whether you're looking for a refreshing swim, a tranquil escape, or a family-friendly adventure, Dawson Lake is worth exploring. It's a lovely spot for a picnic, a sunny afternoon by the water, or a quiet weekend camping trip (availability permitting). Come see for yourself what makes Dawson Lake such a highly-rated destination!
Detailed Information
Swimming
- Water Conditions: clean
- Facilities: beach
Reviews
- ★★★★★about 5 years agoGreat for day trips and even impromptu primitive camping when the conditions are right. Hosts are very helpful, and the milkshakes in the restaurant hits the spot after hiking! Highly recommend!
- ★★★★★over 1 year agoThe park and lake areas are beautiful and well maintained. It was our first time visiting, and we had no idea it was $3 per person to get to the beach area. While I have zero issues paying to get in there, there was only one small sign on a small hut about 20 feet inside the fence showing that fee. I asked a woman working there if it was cash only, but she mentioned you could only pay by card by going to some website which I could not get to work. So we had to drive all the way back to town to get cash. Didn't ruin our day, but worth noting if you haven't been there before. Taking off 1 star for not making the cost clearer and because the lady there was barely helpful.
- ★★★★★over 4 years agoWithin Moraine View State Park, Dawson Lake is a seen from camper site 19. This is a nearly level site with a 30amp power hookup, fire ring and grate, and a wooden picnic table. There are a few dead falls around that need trimming but the campground is very clean and occupants are respectful.
- ★★★★★about 2 years agoSpent a lovely Sunday here! I loved the ambiance!!!
- ★★★★★over 7 years agoI love this place its the perfect getaway for a camping enthusiast its never busy and theres plenty of space