Opening day is this Friday for Poplar Camp Beach at Cedar Lake.
The City of Carbondale reports it will be open to the public seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Labor Day weekend.
In order to maximize these operating hours, Poplar Camp Beach is now a swim at your own risk facility. Lifeguards will be staffed based on availability and may not be on duty.
If you or your group will require a lifeguard, call 618-549-8441 to check the latest staffing information. Up to date lifeguard staffing information will be available on signs at the facility.
NEW FOR 2024!
- To maximize operating hours, Poplar Camp Beach is a swim-at-your-own-risk facility!
- LIFEGUARDS WILL NOT ALWAYS BE ON DUTY! If you or your group require a lifeguard to be on duty during your visit, please call 618-549-8441 for up-to-date staffing information.
- New operating hours will be 11 AM - 7 PM, 7 days a week!
- Located a few miles south of Carbondale
- Restrooms, picnic tables, and concessions are available
- Single-day admission: $2.50
- Children 4 years of age and younger are admitted free
- Ten visits pass $20, or twenty visits pass $35
- Passes purchased are suitable for the current beach season
- Swimmers must exit the water 30 minutes before closing time
- Open through Labor Day weekend
