Does Horseshoe Bend have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Horseshoe Bend.

Does Horseshoe Bend have showers?

Showers are available at 5 of 13 sites at Horseshoe Bend. Bring your own towels. Soap and shampoo provided

Does Horseshoe Bend have picnic tables?

Picnic tables are available at 11 of 13 sites at Horseshoe Bend.

Does Horseshoe Bend have cooking equipment?

Cooking equipment is available at 1 of 13 sites at Horseshoe Bend.

Does Horseshoe Bend have trash disposal?

Trash disposal is available at 11 of 13 sites at Horseshoe Bend. Garbage can provided. Please pick-up after yourself

How do you get to the sites at Horseshoe Bend?

2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest.

Are pets allowed at Horseshoe Bend?

Yes — Horseshoe Bend is pet-friendly. Off leash okay.

Are campfires allowed at Horseshoe Bend?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Horseshoe Bend. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Horseshoe Bend?

You'll head straight to your site upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Horseshoe Bend?

Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Horseshoe Bend?

Check-in times vary by site (from 12pm). Check-out times vary by site. Flexible check-in available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Horseshoe Bend?

Book up to 12 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need up to 1 day's notice. Stay up to 10 nights depending on the site.

Is drinking water available at Horseshoe Bend?

No — no potable water at Horseshoe Bend.

Does Horseshoe Bend have wifi?

No — no wifi at Horseshoe Bend.

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Horseshoe Bend

Hosted by Brady · Roanoke, Illinois

13 sites · RV, Tent · 120 acres

99%

702 reviews

Best Hipcamps in Illinois

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2026.

Best in Illinois: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Brady is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

WE ARE CLOSED AFTER SEPTEMBER 27 FOR THE 2026 SEASON!! WE WILL REOPEN FEBRUARY 1, 2027 Family owned private campground since the 1940's. Very secluded and private. We offer a very unique experience that you will not find any public campground. I many ways we have a "private state park". Nice trails for hiking or biking. There is even a small "race track" in the bottom bowl near the creek. There are several direct access points to the creek for fishing or wading. We have miles of marked trails that are easy for everyone. Horseshoe Bend Main is a larger campground with four dispersed sites which a very spread out. This site has (3) 30 amp outlets for RV's. Porta potties are also provided. The Horseshoe Bend Creekside sites are designated spots that are on the West Panther creek bank. There are porta potties, but no electric or water.

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Tent-only sites

5 sites

Horseshoe Bend - Creekside 3 Site

98%

(91)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

Creekside Site 3 is remote deep woods drive-in site located along Panther Creek, a shallow fast moving stream with gravel bottom with great wading and fishing. This site dos have a steep muddy bank (rope is provided). Fires are allowed and firewood is provided for free. This is tent camping only site. No trailers are allowed because on the narrow drive in lane going back. Four wheel drive IS NOT NEEDED. Accessible with a regular car. There is a porta potty close by. We have a single shower house with sink for your use, please bring your own towels.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Horseshoe Bend - Creekside West

100%

(73)

Tent site · Sleeps 6

This is nice shaded private campsite surrounded trees. It has easy drive in access for tent camping. The porta potty is a 4-5 minute walk away. This have direct creek access for wading and fishing. The creek is 6 inches to 24 inches deep. This a very level site that is accessible with any automobile or truck. No RV or trailers. All you can burn firewood is provided at no charge! We have a single shower house with sink for your use, please bring your own towels.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Horseshoe Bend - Walnut Grove

100%

(44)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

This is nice shaded private campsite under walnut trees surrounded by natural grasses. It has easy drive in access for tent camping. The very clean porta potty is 200' away. This site does not have direct creek access, but there are trails you can explore that take you near the creek. This a very level site that is accessible with any automobile, truck or motorcycle. We have a single shower house with sink for your use, please bring your own towels. All you can burn firewood is provided at no charge!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Horseshoe Bend - Deep Woods 1

98%

(20)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

This is nice shaded and private campsite secluded deep in the timber. WALK-IN ONLY. Parking within 50 yards of site. This is virgin timber with very little human impact. Tent camping only. The very clean porta potty is in the main campground area, a two minute walk. This site does not have direct creek access, but there are trails you can explore that take you near the creek. This a relatively flat site that that has very little vegetation because of location. It can be muddy and the ground does have sticks and leaves. A small ravine close by. Bring insect repellant. There is no picnic table. However, all you can burn firewood is provided at no charge! There is wildlife (deer and turkey) that will likely walk through your site or close by. There are farm animals about 1/2 mile away that can be noisy in the morning when being fed.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Horseshoe Bend - Main #2

100%

(15)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

This a beautiful secluded site that is 50% shaded and 50%sunny. It's and easy drive-in site with beautiful scenery all around. There is a fire ring with free firewood. The clean porta potty is about 50 yards away There are many trails to hike or bike. Our country roads are also bike friendly.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Picnic table

RV/tent sites

8 sites

Horseshoe Bend - Creekside 1 Site

98%

(162)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 20 ft

Drive-in camping in dispersed primitive wooded area camping along Panther Creek. Enjoy the wildlife all day long. The birds sing, the turkeys gobble and see an occasional bald eagle. LOT's of fish (small and large mouth bass, catfish, red ears, blue gill) in this fast moving creek with deep holes. Most of it can be walked. Maintained trails through timber area. Firewood, picnic table and porta potty is provided. We have a single shower house with sink for your use, please bring your own towels. Please note that are bugs, weeds and all the typical things associated with camping in the woods. I reserve the right to cancel a site if weather conditions make it unsafe. However, I can offer an alternate site on higher ground if needed.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horseshoe Bend - Ridge

100%

(101)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 34 ft

Horseshoe Bend is secluded Central Illinois destination. The campground lone sits on three hardwood shaded acres on a 1/4 mile privately gated lane. Total privacy sitting on bluff over Panther Creek. (Note: we are 45 minutes south of Starved Rock State Park, simple easy drive) The campground base is 30'x40' gravel floored covered shelter with a solid back and low side walls on two sides. It is served by a 100 amp, 120 volt service. ONE 30 amp RV hook and one 120v outlet. A fire ring is provided on site. The campground is base for the trail heads that lead to 90 acres of woods including the West Branch of the Panther Creek. Hike, bike, wade, fish at your leisure. Groups can easily camp here as there is plenty of room for camping and parking. RV spots should be limited to 30' and less. Class A motor homes may have difficulty with lane and lower tree limbs. Tent camping is ABOSULTELY welcome. No hunting, ATV's, motorcycles, golf carts, ebikes allowed. NOTE: THIS IS A RURAL PROPERTY. THERE ARE FARM ANIMALS (HOGS AND CATTLE) ON NEARBY PROPERTIES THAT MAKE NOISE AND CAN SMELL LIKE LIVESTOCK. WHILE NOT ALL THE TIME, IT DOES OCCUR IN THE COUNTRY.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horseshoe Bend - Creekside 2 site

100%

(59)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 20 ft

Drive-in camping in along camping along Panther Creek. This is more accessible site and not as secluded as the other creekside site. Easy walk in creek access. Enjoy the wildlife all day long. The birds sing, the turkeys gobble and see an occasional bald eagle. LOT's of fish (small and large mouth bass, catfish, red ears, blue gill) in this fast moving creek with deep holes. Most of it can be walked. Maintained trails through timber area. Firewood, picnic table and porta potty is provided. We have a single shower house with sink for your use, please bring your own towels. Please note that are bugs, weeds and all the typical things associated with camping in the woods. I reserve the right to cancel a site if weather conditions make it unsafe. However, I can offer an alternate site on higher ground if needed. It's a newly made site and grass is starting to fill in. There will be a little bare dirt for a while.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Lookout Point

100%

(18)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 35 ft

This a beautiful site that sits 100' above Panther Creek and the curve of the horseshoe. It is very common to look over the edge and see deer in the creek or wondering below. While it's not creek side, you can access the creek by less steep trails. There is a fire ring with free firewood. It is easy drive in access and is about 60' off out private campground road that is only used by our campers. so you may have an occasional vehicle go by which. It would not be uncommon, but rarely, to have headlights shine briefly into your sight. There are many trails to hike or bike. Our country roads are also bike friendly. Free firewood included! WARNING: THE HILL IS 30' BEHIND THE SITE AND IS VERY STEEP. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SMALL CHILDREN THAT MAY WONDER.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horseshoe Bend Main - #1

96%

(14)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 26 ft

This a beautiful secluded site that is 50% shaded and 50%sunny. It's and easy drive-in site with beautiful scenery all around. There is a picnic table with fire ring and free firewood. The clean porta potty is about 50 yards away. There is a 110v 15amp outlet on this site. There are many trails to hike or bike. Our country roads are also bike friendly.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horseshoe Bend - Main #3

96%

(13)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 26 ft

This site is secluded but easy to access. It is located at very western end of the property. It does not have any water or power. Self contained RV's are OK and have pull thru access. The ground is level and site is shaded an sunny. A clean porta potty is available about 50 yards away. There is direct access to trails from this site.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horshoebend -South

100%

(6)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 28 ft

This is a pleasant site that is very spacious, partially shaded and open. It's 50 yards away from the next camp site. You have huge area to set up your site. The gravel lane is very level and easy to drive on. The 30 amp 240v outlet and 20 amp 120v outlets are available at this site. There are many manicured and marked trails throughout the property for your enjoyment. Hike to the 137 year old, 110 foot long old iron bridge! There is a creek with good fishing and wading and some swimming throughout the property. It's usually 12-18" deep with a rock and sand bottom (please wear shoes) Please bring bug spray for the evenings and for hiking. I will tell you this is rural Illinois. There are sounds from farm animals as well as other sounds for the woods. There are critters galore, however there is nothing dangerous here!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Horseshoe Bend - Pavilion

100%

(1)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 28 ft

This is a pleasant site that is very spacious, partially shaded and open. It's 50 yards away from the next camp site. You have huge area to set up your site next to the pavilion. The pavilion is there for your use, but it does sore fire wood for other campers. The gravel lane is very level and easy to drive on. The 30 amp 240v outlet and 20 amp 120v outlets are available at this site. There are many manicured and marked trails throughout the property for your enjoyment. Hike to the 137 year old, 110 foot long old iron bridge! There is a creek with good fishing and wading and some swimming throughout the property. It's usually 12-18" deep with a rock and sand bottom (please wear shoes) Please bring bug spray for the evenings and for hiking. I will tell you this is rural Illinois. There are sounds from farm animals as well as other sounds for the woods. There are critters galore, however there is nothing dangerous here!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

99%· 851 reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
Horseshoe Bend is a cherished spot for campers seeking tranquility and nature's embrace. Reviews celebrate the peaceful and well-maintained environment, with clean facilities and plenty of firewood provided by the attentive host, Brady. Guests appreciate the private and spacious campsites, with many finding joy in the abundant wildlife, scenic trails, and serene creekside settings. While most feedback is positive, one review notes potential challenges with directions, suggesting the need for careful planning when navigating to the site.
Drew L.
Tent camped, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Quiet and secluded with firewood provided. Excellent spot
Jim L.
Tent camped with kids, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Brady's campsites were lovely. Flat, nice picnic bench, right next to pleasant little stream, stocked with firewood. We stayed on the back one, #3, which seemed the most private (nobody going past to get to the next one). Brady checked in on us via Hipcamp app a couple times to make sure we had everything we needed. Stayed in late september and the weather was perfect--warm enough to have fun in the day, but cool enough sleep cozily at night.
Robert P.
Tent camped with friends, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Thanks again Brady! We had a great time!

Amenities

Fire pitsFirewood provided, Firepit, Communal
Portable toilets
ShowersAt some sites · Hot water, Cold water only
Picnic tablesAt some sites
Electricity hookupAt some sites · Less than 30 amps, 30 amps
Trash disposalAt some sites · Trash bin
Cooking equipmentAt some sites · BBQ
No potable water
No water hookup
No wifi
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest.
Pet-friendlyOff leash okay.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in times vary by site (from 12pm). Check-out times vary by site. Flexible check-in available at some sites.
Booking windowBook up to 12 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need up to 1 day's notice. Stay up to 10 nights depending on the site.