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The Old Rugged Barn

I grew up on a farm and thrilled to be enjoying country living once again!    We are not annual campground, but we have space on the property for travelers needing an overnight or two.   We can be found on HIPCAMP listed under OLD RUGGED BARN. 

We are in central IL near Historic Rt 66, minutes north of Bloomington-Normal with easy access from I-55.   The property is a small 3.5 Acre farmstead that includes our event venue, space that can used for campers, and my home.  

We offer space for Campers through Hipcamp.   We are NOT a campground per se.  We do have space on our property to comfortably accommodate up to 8 spaces for Overnight guests.  

I moved to the farm in 2010 with the intent to simply enjoy the peace And quiet of country living.  Then I realized we Could create a place that could serve as a place for community to gather for special events.  

We are making constant strides to utilize Our 3.5 acres highlighted by the Old Rugged Barn venue and welcome the opportunity to host any kind of public and private event!   The Old Rugged Barn..... where happy happens!!

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Horseshoe Bend

WE ARE CLOSED OCTOBER 1, 2025 - JANUARY 30, 2026 FOR THE SEASON.

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 creel 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.

First site as you pull in to the campground

Posey Ridge

I have a lake with lots of fish to go fishing, canoeing, kayaking. I also have small jon boat available for fishing. My property also has a outdoor his and hers privys..(bathrooms) No water though. I also have two construction trailers that we remodeled with couches chairs tables and refrigerators and TV's. These have a microwave in them to. These are available for people to stay in if wanted. They also have heat and AC. No water though. They cost extra to stay in.There's also places with camper plug ins. So power is available. Also have horseshoe pit and overhead cooking area. Great place for tent camping also. Have fire pit. And fire rings available. Also have access to firewood. Just no water. Great quiet enjoyable place for getaway to go fishing,canoeing or kayaking. Conveniently located between Peoria and Bloomington Illinois. Only about 3/4 from the Mackinaw river. For those who love to canoe and kayak on the river.

Paddle boats will be available please inquire.

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The City Farm - RV Stop

Residential farm with active crop production.

RV parking with 50 amp electric and water.

VERY close proximity to I-74 and I-55;

The farm is located adjacent to the Interstate, I-74.

Very close to amenities in Bloomington/Normal Illinois.  

10 minutes to ISU, State Farm, Grossinger Motors Coliseum, the Castle Theater and other music venues.

Fitness trail on property 0.5 mile walking trail around the outside of the crops

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