North Sandusky Day-Use

North Sandusky Day Use Area sits on Rend Lake, in the heart of Southern Illinois — 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. North Sandusky features two large group picnic shelters with tables, grills and drinking water, each accommodating up to 50 guests. A boat ramp, boat dock, playground and disc golf course are all within walking distance. From here visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail — over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. There are abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting and swimming. Additional features around the lake include an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches, including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach. The woodland areas are made up of hickory, oak and beautiful maples, providing habitat to white-tail deer, turkeys, raccoons and many more native species. The shorelines are an excellent viewing area for waterfowl, shorebirds and bank fishing the known crappie population. The Rend Lake Project Office and Visitor Center, the Rend Lake Dog Park and the Blackberry Nature Trail are all nearby.