Natural swimming hole
Morrison-Rockwood State Park Beach (Lake Carlton)
Lake · Illinois
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Morrison-Rockwood State Park's swimming beach sits on 77-acre Lake Carlton, a no-wake, stream-fed reservoir north of Morrison. The park listing confirms a swimming beach alongside fishing, hiking, and camping, and the concession offers boat rentals. Ten-horsepower-or-less outboards keep the water calm for swimmers. The 1,164-acre park rounds out the day with a 3.5-mile nature trail and shaded picnic areas.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Amenities | boat rentals, nature trail, picnic areas, campground |
| County | Whiteside County |
| Nearest town | Morrison |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026