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The best camping near Fort Massac State Park

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Wildlife & Superman Camp

30 sites ¡ RVs40 acres ¡ Metropolis, IL
This was once a 40 acre farm. It includes 2 ponds and sits next door to nature preserve.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent or small rv, camper, etc. Bring your fishing pole! Only 4 minutes from town. Metropolis is home to Superman, Fort Massac State Park and Harrah's Casino. Also, right across the Ohio River is Paducah, KY. We have plenty of wildlife being next door to IL Dept of Conservation.
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$100
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Tall Tree Lake

33 sites ¡ RVs, Tents220 acres ¡ Buncombe, IL
We are a 220 acre family owned and operated campground in the middle of the Shawnee National forest. We love providing a safe, beautiful, peaceful, and central location for people to enjoy our beautiful area. Fishing and hiking are welcomed for all of our guests! Located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Close proximity to Ferne Clyffe State Park, Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and only a 10 minute drive from I-24.
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The Art Farm Women's Retreat

45 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents34 acres ¡ Paducah, KY
The Art Farm is women owned. The farm is 34 acres of rolling farmland, woods and pasture. We are surrounded by woodland and farmland on all sides. Enjoy nature. Watch wildlife. Listen to the birds singing. You will often see deer in the evenings. Walk or drive to the main residence to enjoy the pool, hot tub and hot outdoor shower. (5 minute walk or 1 minute drive) We have a few dedicated women's campouts each year, and some art-making workshops, retreats, and quilting weekends, too. Native land of Chickasaw, Quapaw and Osage nations. LGBTQ friendly. :)
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$25
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Booked 3 times

Temple Hill Campground

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Golconda, IL
This is a 2 acre campsite with views of a creek. Optimal views of the total solar eclipse are available here. Shawnee Forest is conveniently located close by. This campsite is 7 miles from interstate 24. This is a Permaculture Homestead. Tours could be available to see the animals and regenerative farming
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Barbara W.’s Land

26 sites ¡ Tents25 acres ¡ Tunnel Hill, IL
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Ande's Place 148 Green Rd, Kuttawa

10 sites ¡ RVs, Tents60 acres ¡ Kuttawa, KY
Learn more about this land:Rolling Hills and wide-open spaces. Primitive to (6) full-service (water, sewer, and 120, 30, or 50 amp electric) camping, located on 60 acres of rolling hills and timber just a few minutes walk to Lake Barkley in beautiful Kentucky. Wooded areas with plenty of room to enjoy yourselves without being on top of your neighbors.  Our address is 148 Green Rd. Kuttawa, KY 42055. NOTE: Our primitive tent sites are $20 per night and our Full hook-up sites are $29. Please call us to verify availability before booking!
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Robyn M.’s Land

81 sites ¡ RVs, Tents42 acres ¡ Tamms, IL
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Community of Faith Church-Eclipse

81 sites ¡ RVs15 acres ¡ Marion, IL
Our church sits on approximtely 15 acres of open property. Community of Faith is a non-denominational protestant church. Services are held on Sunday at 10am in the Sanctuary. The church's Boy Scout troop is in charge of the camping and will be there to assist guests as needed. The property has large open grassy areas with access to 3 outdoor flushing restroom facilities, a pavilion and a fire pit. Campers are welcome to camp right on the property, vehicles allowed at camp site (subject to ground moisture levels) otherwise parking areas are very close by. Plenty of room for campers to spread out and enjoy their own space. Campers would need to bring their own equipment, tables, chairs, etc. Property is located at the intersection of Rt 148 and Rt 13 on the outskirts of Marion IL. It is minutes away from numerous shopping and food conveniences.
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$40
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Ridge Camping Private

34 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents42 acres ¡ Mill Creek, IL
You will hike to your private primitive destination. We ask that you please have an above ground firepit! Explore the property and enjoy a private stay!!!!!!!!!!! We're hosting a festival from April 4-9, so ticket prices have changed. Each site accommodates only two people during these dates. All other attendees must purchase tickets through our website: https://willowspringscampground.com/event/willow-springs-awakening-eclipse-festival/.
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Ruff Neck Campsite

30 sites ¡ TentsCarbondale , IL
Located in Southern Illinois, home to the Saluki. Ruff Neck Campsite offers a great location just 2 miles from Walker's Bluff, Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge (Shawnee Forest), and town amenities. The campsite is a great place to see the wildlife and if you are lucky, catch a glimps of the Bald Eagle 🦅Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent at the Ruff Neck Campsite. Located 2 miles from Walker's Bluff, Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, and town with eateries.
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Riverview Campground

12 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Grand Chain, IL
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Camp Ondessonk

9 sites ¡ Tents983 acres ¡ Ozark, IL
Operating since 1959, Camp Ondessonk is a non-profit youth camp on 983 acres of beautiful wooded property adjacent to the Shawnee National Forest. Guests have access to several miles of paved road for walking and cycling, 15 miles of on-site hiking and biking trails, and access to a huge network of public Shawnee National Forest trails including the River-to-River Trail. Our property is home to the tallest free-falling waterfall in Illinois, Cedar Falls, as well as rock bottom creeks, canyons, prairies, forests, and hills. Detailed trail maps of our property and the surrounding area are available. Guests are welcome to stroll the grounds, observe our horses grazing in the pastures, enjoy views of our lakes and forests, or relax by the campfire. Stop by the Camp Store at the Trading Post to purchase Ondessonk apparel, souvenirs, or essential items. To schedule a guided hike, boating, archery, or horseback riding program, or test yourself on our high challenge course or climbing wall, contact Ondessonk staff for program availability and more information. The Camp Kitchen can prepare certain meals for you; contact us for meal availability and more information. 
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The best camping near Fort Massac State Park guide

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This 1,450-acre site alongside the Ohio River is dense with American history. It was used as a fortification as far back as 1542. Centuries later, it played parts in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and Civil War. Today, history buffs can visit an on-site museum that covers the fort's eventful life.

There are a few scenic trails here for your exploration pleasure. Stroll the Hickory Hut Ridge Trail for a beautiful view of the Ohio River. Bikers will want to check out the George Rogers Clark Discovery Trail. This one begins and ends outside of the park proper. The majority of the park's segment is a dedicated bike path.

Fishing and hunting are popular pastimes here. Take a boat on the Ohio River to fish for carp, catfish, bullhead, and bass. Small-game hunters can bag rabbit, squirrel, dove, and woodcock in dedicated areas. The park also allows bow hunting of deer.

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