99% (3.8K) • 166 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Illinois
99% (3.8K) • 166 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Illinois
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Paul
5 days ago
28 ft travel trailer
With kids
Great little spot close to downtown attractions. I felt safe there and the setup was great for passing through on a quick trip.
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Joel
October 2025
17 ft campervan
I was a quick stay but found the campground to be clean, quiet, with updated well lit and pristinely kept bathrooms/showers. It was easy to find and a late check in wasn’t a problem. Communication was rock solid from the team, who provided easy to follow directions with a map to the site. I also grabbed a voodoo burger from Raelyn’s pub nearby—awesome food and staff!
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nicholas
September 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a nice private escape enjoyed the creek water and our dog met a new friend the owners dog Willie!
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Shar
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Second time camping there this year, the camp site is very nice and The host are very welcoming and nice. Would definitely love to come back again.
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Douglas
September 2025
Tent
We stopped here for one night on a road trip. The campground was very nice. It was tidy and easy to navigate right to our site with all the early communication. Looking around before we left, the extra amenities like game room, boats, and bikes looked nice. Firewood and propane onsite is a plus. Bathroom and shower were clean and convenient.
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Shelly
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Geneseo Campground
We stayed for one night while traveling from Colorado to Michigan. The cozy cabin and location provided us with a quiet restful sleep. The campground was a perfect location with several nearby restaurants and the canal trail system right there for a nice walk.
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Rishi
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Had a wonderful time. Lots of space and our dog loved having a buddy to run around with. The family was really nice and meeting them was a treat. We hope to be back.
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Mark
August 2025
14 ft travel trailer
Nice quiet campground with 30A & water, bathroom and showers, and pull-through sites.
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Padraic
August 2025
1 night at Geneseo Campground
Comfortable stay just off the highway. Clean and well kept with nice amenities. Would stay again.
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Kristen
August 2025
40 ft Class B
With pets
This quiet site was perfect for our family trip. We loved the sunsets on the lake and hanging out by the fire. Highly recommend!
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Tyler
August 2025
1 night at Geneseo Campground
The land was super well kept! The roads were easy to understand and the cabins were in the place they said they were.
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Nicole
August 2025
Tent
With kids
This place is so much fun and very secluded. The water is clear and my kids had fun swinging on the rope and swimming, we also did some light fishing. The hosts are so friendly and helpful. They have a friendly dog that visits, so keep your food up. Only thing I would complain about is my own phone, I had no signal (att).
We will be back!
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Goda
August 2025
Tent
We enjoyed our quick getaway at this campsite. For about $50 per night, you’ll get a semi-private site, direct parking & creek access, fire pits & spend some time with their dog. I wish both sites had their own access to the creek, however, for more privacy. (My bf & I expected to relax alone, but the pit toilet is between the two sites & there was only access to the creek from our side, so the other family staying walked through our site often.) The creek and animals were gorgeous & the trains didnt bother us at all, though they came through frequently. The owner came down to check on us when we arrived & when we were set to leave, but they were flexible on check in/out times. Would come back for sure!
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Catherine
July 2025
Tent
We loved the site. I got to go swimming in the creek and we had a wonderful fire. Unfortunately our tent stopped being waterproof during a storm so we had to leave early but we'll be back!
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Gretchen
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Geneseo Campground
The campground is clean and peaceful. I went with a friend this weekend and we will be coming back with our families to camp again. The cabin was clean and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
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James A
July 2025
25 ft Class C
With kids
Urban Surprise was a great place to stay providing easy access to downtown area. Parking was level, full hookups and secure. Jeff was a super host who responded quickly to any questions that arose during our stay. Recommend it if you are visiting St. Louis.
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Derek
July 2025
2 nights at Geneseo Campground
Very friendly staff, the host at the front desk and the staff were always friendly and very helpful with any questions we had. We were checked in promptly with our key. There is a small ramp to get onto the porch of the cabin which is good for transporting things like coolers or suitcases that have wheels, into the cabin. The warm lights and the turtle decor on the cabin were a welcome addition to the look of the cabin. The queen-size bed was comfortable for two people. Bathrooms were very clean, even when some unfortunately messy campers left the bathroom in a less than ideal condition, the staff cleaned the bathrooms in a swift manner and it was just as fresh and clean as when we first arrived. The bathrooms had the windows open, but the A/C always kept the bathrooms cool and comfortable. The showers in the bathroom were equipped with a shower chair, shower caddy, shower curtain, and multiple hooks for bags and such. There were fat tire bikes and pedal carts for rental and those were nice to ride on the trail. The fishing along the Hennepin Canal was good, although I didn’t catch anything, I did enjoy the atmosphere and the nature around the canal. The hiking/biking trail was nice, one side led to a canal lock which was cool. The fire pit was the perfect size for cooking burgers, hot dogs, and s’mores. Overall, the cabin itself, inside and out, was cozy, cute, and functional and the campground was calm and quiet while we were there. Great stay!
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Jill
July 2025
3 nights at Geneseo Campground
Excellent. The campground was exactly as advertised. Everything was super clean and well kept. The hosts and grounds people were attentive and provided everything we needed and more. The yurt was spacious, temperature controlled, and had very comfy beds. There are plenty of trees and grassy areas- each tent site had a natural boundary for privacy. So quiet! Everyone was respectful of neighbors, friendly, and observed quiet time. Cool game room! Walking distance to the canal-canoeing with ease. We would love to return- hands down great place for memories 😀
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Sean
June 2025
19 ft Class B
Great spot to explore from! Would stay here again.
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Jerry
June 2025
16 ft pop-up camper
It was a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature.
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The best star host camping in Illinois guide
Where to go
Chicago & Around
Once you’ve marveled at the skyscrapers and filled up on hot dogs in Chicago, you’ll find several of Illinois’ most impressive state parks within day-trip distance of the Windy City. Cool off at Illinois Beach State Park along the shores of Lake Michigan, hike to waterfalls and camp in the woods at Starved Rock State Park, or admire the fall foliage in Matthiessen State Park. For winter campers, Rock Cut State Park is a hotspot for cross-country skiing.
Great Rivers Country
Nineteenth-century towns, vineyards, and scenic river valleys provide a change of pace in Western Illinois. Hop between towns like Peoria, Moline, and Galena along the Mississippi and Illinois rivers; spot bald eagles in Grafton, or rent a cabin at nearby Pere Marquette State Park. Mississippi Palisades State Park is another regional highlight, where you can hike, rock climb, or cross-country ski, depending on the season.
Land of Lincoln
Illinois’ bucolic heartland was the long-time home of Abraham Lincoln, and historic sites are scattered around the countryside between Springfield, Bloomington, and Decatur. If you’re up for one of the world’s most famous road trips, drive your RV on down to Springfield, the birthplace of Route 66, or if woodland views and lake fishing are more your jam, head to Walnut Point State Park, Wolf Creek State Park, or Sangchris Lake State Park.
South Illinois
The rambling Shawnee National Forest stretches over much of southern Illinois, encompassing miles of hiking and horseback riding trails between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. Take your pick of some of the state’s most rewarding hikes, including the River to River Trail and the Rim Rock National Recreation Trail, and don’t miss the extraordinary rock formations of the Garden of the Gods. First-come, first-served campsites are available at several NF campgrounds, or you can pitch your tent or park your RV in the dispersed camping areas.