96% (275)
Top-rated campgrounds near Bethalto
96% (275)
Top-rated campgrounds near Bethalto
Public campgrounds near Bethalto
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Christina
November 2025
Tent
Always enjoy my time there! Nice and quiet! And the hoot owls love to keep us company!
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Rhiannon
November 2025
Tent
What an amazing place! We enjoyed camping at one of the walk up sites. And we also enjoyed a beautiful hike on the property. The host was super friendly, inviting and informative. It was a peaceful place and very well maintained- from the campsite to the trails to the bathrooms. I highly recommend and plan on coming back sometime soon!
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Karin
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We really love coming here annually to enjoy the fall colors. Beautiful drive up from St Louis too! Firewood available, picnic tables, and cooking grate over fire. Easy to find and quite private. Welcoming of all people too and much appreciated.
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Cindie
October 2025
16 ft campervan
Since it was dusk when we arrived, we didn't fully appreciate the beauty and serenity of our camping spot until the next morning. How awesome to wake up to the birds singing and the reflection of the fall tree on the pond as the sun was rising. After breakfast we took a walk about the property. The "Guess what tree" display by the bathrooms was quite challenging and fun! Although we did not use them, we peeked into the bathrooms - well maintained and roomy with a toilet, sink and shower. After checking out all of the campsites (we were the only ones there) and the pavilion area, we hiked around the northern section of the property (since the 800+ acres of land to the south were closed) and enjoyed every minute.
If you are looking for a space to camp in the area for a night or several, this should be your choice.
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Andrew
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Second visit. Great spot even in a thunderstorm. Would return again.
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Kayelyn
October 2025
Tent
This tent site always comes in handy for last minute camping. Very comfortable, secluded spot during the week. Showers are super clean. This is our second time coming here. Very dusty this time as they added sand to probably fill in holes. Bees can be an issue during the day so it is recommended to eat in the car. Potentially a lack of wildflowers causes the bees to be extra hungry. S’mores are probably safe when roasted at night.
Despite these small issues, still a five. We believe the people who run this project are very passionate about wildlife, preserving this area, and giving campers a wonderful experience.
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Dan
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We visited during a weekend when it was unusually busy due to a local festival in Kampsville. And that really wasn't a problem. Our site #2 was roomy and somewhat private. Lovely place and clean good facilities a short walk away. Super dark sky for stargazing if you walk out towards the shelter house.
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Christina
October 2025
Tent
With kids
My granddaughters absolutely loved it there! We had such a good time this weekend! They said maw maw do we have to leave can’t we stay lol! Thank u so much for your hospitality as always and we will definitely be back in the spring!
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Jason
October 2025
Tent
Wonderful place! Very spacious and was exactly what we needed when we were in the area.
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Chris
October 2025
Tent
I enjoyed the secluded location and the quiet setting. I would stay again.
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Ellie
October 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved tent camping on Marcy’s land. The views were beautiful. My kids loved seeing the horses.
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Devin
October 2025
Tent
I've been going here for years. I trained for the AT here. I hope to bring my kids here some day!
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Donna
September 2025
With pets
We had a great time staying at Watkin's Place. The home and location were exactly what we were looking for. The home is isolated and feels remote even though it is only a short drive to Hardin. Plenty of hot water and full kitchen made our stay comfortable and a step up from tent camping but we still had the "out in nature" experience. Our dogs loved it as well. Hiking took us through open fields and forest sheltered paths. Watkins Place was clean and stocked with the necessities, including linens and basic cooking supplies. If you are looking for a cross between roughing it and glamping, Watkins Place is exactly the right fit.
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Holly
September 2025
24 ft Class C
Dennis was there to greet us and assist with backing in and plugging up. It was a great spot for a night or a few nights. We enjoyed the creek/brook right along the property. The wifi worked well. He cuts a path along the property that you can take a walk on and take your dogs. We would stay again when passing through.
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Marlene
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful location. Well maintained
Wish more of the trails were more mowed to lessen risk of ticks
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Derek
September 2025
30 ft toy hauler
Prefect quite getaway. Beautiful place and Dennis is a great individual and a wealth of knowledge for newbie campers like us. Five star experience and would highly recommend!!!
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Sarah
August 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Dennis was awesome!! He met us outside, made sure we were comfortable, and helped us figure our parking for our (large) vehicles. He was very kind and accommodating, and the site was clean, quiet and perfect for us and our two dogs. Would recommend for sure!
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Christina
July 2025
Tent
Very nice place to camp lots of privacy and beautiful scenery!
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Samuel
June 2025
28 ft pop-up camper
Great place to stay overnight when passing through on I70.
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Kathy
June 2025
Tent
With pets
The area, and all surrounding areas, were clean, private and peaceful. I appreciated the bathrooms and the toilet tissue paoer was hilarious! :)
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