Does Washington County State Recreation Area Allow EV Charging?
Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Nashville, Illinois.
Park Information
Current EV Charging Policy
EV Charging Stations Available
Washington County State Recreation Area, outside Nashville, Illinois (not that Nashville), offers free EV charging courtesy of the state's park system. Charging is at the dedicated stations only, not at campsites. Centralia is about 17 miles away with public DC fast charging stations. The next option is Mount Vernon, roughly 23 miles out, with Electrify America and EVgo. This stretch of southern Illinois is quiet, agricultural, and a fair distance from the nearest fast charger, so the on-site stations are worth appreciating.
EV charging stations installed on-site. The state does not charge a fee for drivers to use the chargers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, though not at your campsite. Washington County State Recreation Area has dedicated EV charging stations on the property. Bring your SAE J1772 adapter, since most park chargers aren't on the NACS Tesla plug style yet. Charging is at the dedicated stations only, not at campsites.
Washington County State Recreation Area has dedicated EV charging stations rather than campsite-level hookups. Dedicated park chargers are typically Level 2 (J1772 connector), which is compatible with most EVs. Expect to add 20 to 30 miles of range per hour. Centralia is about 17 miles away with public DC fast charging stations.
Washington County State Recreation Area has on-site EV charging stations, which may be all you need. But if you're looking for DC fast charging or need more power than the park's chargers provide, here's what's nearby. The nearest DC fast charging is in Centralia, about 17 miles away, with public DC fast charging. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.
Mostly, yes. Washington County State Recreation Area doesn't allow charging at individual campsites, but they do have dedicated EV charging stations on the property. Charging is at the dedicated stations only, not at campsites.
It depends. Washington County State Recreation Area has dedicated EV charging stations, but campsite charging is not allowed. Whether you can leave your vehicle at the charging station overnight depends on the park's specific rules. Ask at check-in to avoid any surprises. Centralia is about 17 miles away with public DC fast charging stations.
Washington County State Recreation Area has dedicated EV charging stations on the property, though we don't have the exact count. Contact the park for current availability and whether reservations are needed.