Rend Lake - Benton, Illinois

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Rend Lake - Benton, Illinois

The Rend Lake Visitor Center, located at the east end of the Main Dam Road, is a great place to begin your visit to Rend Lake and learn about the exciting recreational opportunities available in the area. A multi-screen slide presentation, an interactive computer station, and a variety of additional exhibits invite you to learn more about the flora and fauna that inhabit the Rend Lake area. A 250-gallon aquarium showcases Rend Lake fish species, while a herpitat features live snake specimens. A wetland and wildlife demonstration garden are outdoor features of the Visitor Center. Be sure to see the working demonstration bee hive and get a first-hand look at a working honey factory.

Hours: (Latest available) April 1 thru May 21 Weekends only
10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

May 26 thru September 3 Open daily
10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

September 8 thru October 28 Weekends only
10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Location: Rend Lake Project Office
12220 Rend City Road
Benton, IL 62812

Phone number: 618-724-2493

Drive Time from….

St. Louis 1.5 hours
Chicago 5 hours
Champaign 3 hours
Springfield 3 hours
Paducah 1 hour
Nashville, TN 3.5 hours

Rend Lake is within 20 miles of Williamson Co. Airport (Marion, IL) and the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport offering daily air connections via St. Louis.