- Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
-
![]()
Things to Do
-
![]()
Places to Go
-
![]()
Places to Stay
-
![]()
Explore Our Past
-
![]()
Trip Ideas
Trip Ideas
- Eco-Friendly Hotels and Green Getaways in Illinois
- College Football in Illinois
- Journey Along the Lincoln Highway
- Illinois Shopping
- Route 66
- IL ♥ LGBTQ
- Golf Illinois
- Chicago Neighborhoods
- Family Fun in Illinois
- Everybody Outside!
- Bike Illinois
- Outdoor Adventures in Illinois
- Chicago to Alton
- Chicago to Carbondale
- Illinois Scenic Byways
- Chicago to Quincy
- Fall Road Trips in Illinois
- Fall Colors on the Great River Road
-
![]()
Events
Events
Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sport and more.
-
![]()
Road Trip
Stories & Highlights
-
![]()
Seasonal Adventures
-
![]()
Maps & Visitor Guides
-
![]()
Getting Here & Getting Around
Getting Here & Getting Around
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
-
![]()
My Favorites
-
![]()
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
-
Things to Do
Places to Go
Places to Stay
Explore Our Past
Trip Ideas
Events
Road Trip
Seasonal Adventures
Maps & Visitor Guides
Getting Here & Getting Around
My FavoritesInformation
Lake of Egypt is a privately owned reservoir located six miles south of Marion, Illinois and covers 2,300 acres with 90 miles of shoreline. The lake is owned by the SIPC, to supply cooling water for a coal-burning electric power plant.
Lake of Egypt is a reservoir in the Little Egypt region of the U.S. state of Illinois. It is located six miles south of Marion, Illinois and covers 2,300 acres with 90 miles of shoreline. The lake has an average depth of 18 feet with a maximum depth of 52 feet. The lake is owned by the Southern Illinois Power Cooperative, who created the impoundment in 1962, by damming the South fork of the Saline River, to supply cooling water for a coal-burning electric power plant.
Public access is allowed as are all size boat motors. Waterskiing and jet skis are also permitted in most of the lake. Fishing includes Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Striped Bass, and Crappie. Camping at the lake is allowed at Buck Ridge Campground, part of the Shawnee National Forest.
Contact Details
-
Address:
11543 Lake of Egypt Rd
Marion IL 62959 - Phone: (618) 964-1448
- Website: Visit Website
Images
What's Happening Near Marion
Southern Illinois Strength Expo
Two full days of strength shows! Saturday has 3 competitions and Sunday has both vendors and seminar...
Read MoreFly with the Eagles Half Marathon
It’s not often you get to feel like you’re flying. This flat, fast course winds through the stunnin...
Read MoreIKF-PKB Muay Thai and Kick Boxing
Come out and participate or just be a spectator! This competition is for youth, mens, and women's ti...
Read MoreAaron Lewis- Frayed at Both Ends- The Acoustic Tour
Multi Platinum Staind vocalist, Aaron Lewis will rock The Pavilion on March 22, 2022 at 7pm! This ac...
Read MoreSemi Annual Kidsignment Expo
The largest selection of new and like new items for children of all ages. Find everything from cribs...
Read MoreGem and Mineral Show
Find fossils, gemstones and more at this exhibition and tradeshow.
Read MoreWhirlwind Soccer Tournament
Recreational league tournament hosting children from up to 5 surrounding states!
Read MoreLake of Egypt Paddle Fest
Grab your paddle and register for Pyramid Acres Marina's 3rd Annual Paddle Fest!
Read MoreLocation
Discover top travel stories and even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois with our free magazine.
Get Your Copy Now!
