Eagles Nest at the Lake

06/22/2026

Congratulations Saydee and Taylor. They said YES to the Nest!

Thank you for choosing Eagles Nest at the Lake as the venue for your special day.

06/22/2026

It's a big day here at the Nest!

Today is Art Camp kick off day!

The talented Kerri Melvin is bringing her creative talents and showing some kiddos how to discover theirs!

Art Camp will continue through the week. We can't wait to see what they all come up with!!

06/22/2026

We’re less than a week away from an exciting weekend here at the Nest!!!

Bringing a car, truck or motorcycle for show? We’re encouraging you to pre-register. This ensures your swag bag plus saves you a little 💵!!

It’s super easy and quick!
Click here: https://rsvp.link/mf65r

Wanna bring the family and friends to see some great classics, enjoy great food and enjoy a beautiful day at the lake?
Load up the car! Admission is free!

Want to make it a weekend getaway? Take advantage of our Book 1 Get 1 special exclusively for this weekend.

How much more fun can we squeeze into one weekend?

06/19/2026

Just a little over a week until our car show!

It’s going to be a great time! Great vendors. Great food! Great cars, trucks and motorcycles, too!!!

Pre-register and save a little 💰!!!

Free admission for spectators. Come check out some of the coolest vehicles in Southern Illinois and have some fun with the whole family!!!!

Help us spread the word!

Like, share and tag a friend!!!

06/18/2026

💥 Contest has ended💥

Congratulations, Kenzie Richardson! Your Dad advice got the most love!!!

Thank you everyone for playing along!

Every one has been getting “great” advice from Dad their whole lives, right!?

Well we wanna hear it‼️
So much that we’re going to give someone a
2 night stay in one of our cottages!

Drop your “Dad’s Best Advice” in the comments.
The MOST liked 👍or loved ♥️ advice by 5pm Saturday WINS!

Keep it clean‼️ Keep it friendly‼️
(or we’ll be forced to delete ya!)

Disclaimer: stay is for two nights in one of our one bed cottages. Cannot be combined with any other discount or offer. Upgrades to a larger cabin available with up charge. Booking subject to availability.

06/16/2026

✨ 20% OFF Wedding Packages! ✨

Book your 2027 wedding at Eagles Nest at the Lake before July 31, 2026 and receive 20% OFF our Standard or Weekend Wedding Packages.

📞 Call 618-218-0316 for availability!

06/15/2026

Fast Cars & Foodies

We’re GEARING up for a great weekend ! This car show is going to be a good time for everyone!!! 🤩

We have added an exclusive Car Show Weekend Special.
Book one night in any of our cabins, get the second night FREE‼️

It’s a great time to make it a weekend get away with your car show family‼️

Show Car Pre-Registration is OPEN!!!

Why not save a little money and time by pre-registering? Pre-Registering also guarantees your swag bag!
It’s easy! Click here: https://rsvp.link/mf65r
Or give us a call!!

App registered car show participants will automatically be entered to WIN a free two night stay in one of our cabins. Drawing to be held at the show.

Booking special valid for car show weekend only. Subject to availability. Call to book.

☎️ 618-218-0316

06/09/2026

Rainbow hanging over the Nest this evening.

Something special about a slow, peaceful rain.

06/08/2026

Pre-Registration is open!!!

Save a little $$ at the gate by pre-registering!!

It’s going to be a fun filled day and some great eats and vendors!!

Bring the family and your neighbor too!!

Car show Pre-registration here:

https://rsvp.link/mf65r

06/08/2026

Join us for Fast Cars & Foodies on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 11AM–3PM! This will be an afternoon of classic cars, motorcycles, delicious local food, entertainment, door prizes, goody bags, and more!

Take a ride down memory lane as we showcase classic vehicles while featuring some of the best food and drinks made and brewed right here in Southern Illinois.

📍 Eagles Nest at the Lake, 3089 Aerie Lane, West Frankfort, IL
🎟 FREE spectator admission!
🚗 Car Registration: Pre-Registration: $15, Day Of: $20 | Register your vehicle here: https://rsvp.link/mf65r
Interested in becoming a vendor? Register here: https://rsvp.link/ei8bk

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