Picnicking Parks Near Charleston

Discover 4 parks for picnicking within driving distance of Charleston

Fox Ridge State Park

Charleston, Illinois
7 miles away

"Charleston is the closest city and home to Eastern Illinois University, offering restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions for park visitors."

A wooded park with rolling hills, hiking trails, and river views near Charleston, Illinois.

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Walnut Point State Park

Oakland, Illinois
18 miles away

"Charleston visitors appreciate the park’s fishing, picnicking, and birdwatching opportunities, making it a popular weekend destination."

A serene park with a lake, woodlands, and abundant wildlife in east-central Illinois.

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Wolf Creek State Park

Windsor, Illinois
34 miles away

"Charleston residents often visit for the scenic lake views, wildlife watching, and well-maintained campgrounds."

Wolf Creek State Park is a lakeside retreat offering camping, fishing, and outdoor recreation near Lake Shelbyville.

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