Heron House, Illinois

Heron House is a small, relaxed place at the edge of Kinkaid Lake and the Shawnee National Forest in the Illinois Ozarks. It is owned by nature lovers who are happy to let fellow campers pitch a tent under the shade of their trees while exploring the glorious lakes, cliffs, hikes, forests, parks, nature-watching, wonders, food, and views the area offers. The porch is a great place to enjoy a cold beverage, tell a story around the fire pit, have a cup of morning coffee or a late-night snack, or just listen to the sounds of the lake alive. Here the skies are dark, the laughs are belly-deep, the wildlife is boisterous, and deep breaths of contentment live among the breezes in the bluffs.