Whether you're a camper who likes to rough it or one who prefers more convenience, camping at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is fun for all. With two campgrounds ranging from primitive to cabin rentals, along with a beach and two marinas offering boat rentals, slip rentals and more, you are sure to find the place to meet your camping, boating, and recreational needs right here on the refuge!
The Crab Orchard Lake Campground and Bluegill Bay Marina and Campground (formerly Blue Heron) are concession ran facilities operated by The REEF LLC. Together these facilities offer more than 120 campsites and 70 boat slips. For more information and reservations for these facilities visit craborchardbluegillbay.com Contact these campgrounds directly or email at thereefllc2024@gmail.com.
- Crab Orchard Campground 618-346-6289.
- Bluegill Bay Campground and Marina 618-364-7769.
The maximum camping period is limited to 14 days within a 16 day time period. All camping units, equipment, and personal property must be removed from the campground for 48 hours at the end of any 14 consecutive days.
Learn more about camping opportunities in the National Wildlife Refuge System.