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Cedar Lake

Cedar Creek Rd., Carbondale, IL 62901

Canoeing & Kayaking

Cedar Lake is a 1,750-acre reservoir in southern Illinois, created by the damming of Cedar Creek, a tributary of the Big Muddy River, in 1974. The lake is located in Jackson County, southwest of Carbondale, Illinois.

Located in the Shawnee National Forest, this 1,750 acre lake has 40 miles of shoreline, a maximum depth of 60 feet, and 10hp limit on boat motors.

What's happening nearby...

SIU Salukis Men's Basketball Game - Carbondale

Banterra Center •  Feb 22

At Saluki basketball games, the Dawg Pound leads the Banterra Arena in chants, cheers, and traditions. Join the fun!

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Women's Health Naturally! Expo and Workshops

Civic Center •  Feb 22 @ 9AM

Natural healthcare practitioners and providers together in a loving environment where they can meet with, and help educate women on how to naturally care for themselves…

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McLeod Theater- Urinetown the Musical

Apr 24 – Apr 27

The SIU School of Theater and Dance and The School of Music are presenting Urinetown the Musical.

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Devil's Kitchen Lake is an 810-acre reservoir in Southern Illinois, created by the damming of Grassy Creek.

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