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Lake Murphysboro State Park

52 Cinder Hill Dr., Murphysboro, IL 62966

Bird & Eagle Watching

Beautiful rolling hills and woods surround star-shaped Lake Murphysboro and provide a wonderful backdrop for boating, fishing, picnicking, camping and hiking.

Located in Jackson County about 1 mile west of Murphysboro off Route 149, the 1,022-acre state park is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors.

What's happening nearby...

Weekend at the Cave Festival at Shawnee Cave

Shawnee Cave Ampitheatre •  Aug 30 – Sep 01

Weekend music event at beautiful natural rock formed amphitheater. The stage is covered by a rock bluff that perfectly amplifies sound. Seating is open-air…

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Big Muddy Monster Brewfest

Riverside Park •  Oct 05 @ 12noon

The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest at Riverside Park in Murphysboro, is a Craft beer lovers dream.

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