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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...

Oak Street Art Fair - Murphysboro

General John A. Logan Museum neighborhood •  Apr 25 @ 10AM

The annual Oak Street Art Fair is an all-day art and music party! Visit the General John A. Logan Museum while in the area.

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Murphysboro Apple Festival

Sep 09 – Sep 12

Four-day festival, with numerous activities and events drawing large crowds such as live music, a carnival with concessions, many contests featuring everything from apple pie eating…

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Praise the Lard Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off

Sep 24 – Sep 26

A qualifying event for the World Food Championships

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