Washington County State Recreation Center
18500 Conservation Dr., Nashville, IL 62263
Boating
Wildlife abounds in the Washington County State Recreation Area, located four miles south of Nashville in southern Illinois.
Visitors will marvel at the sight of rabbit, quail, squirrel, dove, deer and woodcock among the stands of pines, brushy draws and fallow fields. The beautiful Washington County Lake makes this site a special place for relaxing or fishing. Whether boating on its 248 acres, or fishing or hiking its 13-mile shoreline, the lake offers a perfect opportunity for family fun.
