Camping in Centralia, IL, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Centralia

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MC Lodging

1 site · RV15 acres · Vernon, Marion

MC Lodging is located on 15 acres. We have 29 sites with full hookup at each site. We are open year round. Our campground has a nice pond with some nice size fish. We have a pavilion with a laundromat and a shower house. We also have a playground for kids.if you’re looking for a nice secluded getaway, you have found it ❤️

Harmony Hill Acres

7 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Centralia, Marion

Ranch lands of a prior Horse Ranch at the edge of town is conveniently located. Most of the property is pasture area but plenty of yard for tent camping. We have small goats, chickens, and turkeys on-site. We live about 2 miles from our local lake, which has boat access and paddling access. The beautiful view of sunsets and sunrises are spectacular more times than not. We host large herd of deer traveling and sometimes bedding down in our pastures, so be sure to watch early mornings for them to be on the move. We are very close to town, but the 18-acre site brings a serene aspect to the grounds.

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Bubba J's RV Park

13 sites · RVs10 acres · Nason, Jefferson

Welcome to Bubba J's RV Park. 85' + Pull Throughs with FULL hookups - 20/30/50 Amp Electric - year-round water (bring a pressure regulator, our water pressure is great!)- 4" sewer. Huge clean restrooms (sorry, no showers). Each site has a picnic table and fire pit (firewood NOT provided so please bring your own).

Cauldron and Fire Farms

25 sites · Tents22 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Learn more about this land:Our grass covered lightly rolling hills will provide beautiful family camping opportunities, Located less then 6 miles from Rend Lake. Porta John onsite.

The Quiet Countryside

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Vandalia, Fayette

Easy access for campers located by a pond. Great for fishing and relaxing! 30 AMP electric hookup, can accommodate water fill up and sewer dump. There is a covered pavilion with picnic table and chairs. There is a grill and a fire pit. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway you will love it here! Located close to the interstate. Plenty of restaurants near by and Vandalia lake is 8 minutes from campsite.

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Harmony Hill Acres

7 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Centralia, Marion

Ranch lands of a prior Horse Ranch at the edge of town is conveniently located. Most of the property is pasture area but plenty of yard for tent camping. We have small goats, chickens, and turkeys on-site. We live about 2 miles from our local lake, which has boat access and paddling access. The beautiful view of sunsets and sunrises are spectacular more times than not. We host large herd of deer traveling and sometimes bedding down in our pastures, so be sure to watch early mornings for them to be on the move. We are very close to town, but the 18-acre site brings a serene aspect to the grounds.

MC Lodging

1 site · RV15 acres · Vernon, Marion

MC Lodging is located on 15 acres. We have 29 sites with full hookup at each site. We are open year round. Our campground has a nice pond with some nice size fish. We have a pavilion with a laundromat and a shower house. We also have a playground for kids.if you’re looking for a nice secluded getaway, you have found it ❤️

The Quiet Countryside

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Vandalia, Fayette

Easy access for campers located by a pond. Great for fishing and relaxing! 30 AMP electric hookup, can accommodate water fill up and sewer dump. There is a covered pavilion with picnic table and chairs. There is a grill and a fire pit. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway you will love it here! Located close to the interstate. Plenty of restaurants near by and Vandalia lake is 8 minutes from campsite.

Camp Cauldron

35 sites · Tents20 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Cauldron and Fire Farms is home to Cauldron and Fire Coffee roasters and the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center NFP. The property boasts 20 acres of rolling hills, secluded forest, wildlife (Oh My, the BUTTERFLIES!!!) and more, all in a beautiful countryside setting. Located 15 minutes off the main highway and minutes to Rend Lake. Learn more about this land:Open 22.5 acre rolling hill location home to the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center. Quiet natural surroundings and close to Rend Lake!!!!

Cauldron and Fire Farms

25 sites · Tents22 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Learn more about this land:Our grass covered lightly rolling hills will provide beautiful family camping opportunities, Located less then 6 miles from Rend Lake. Porta John onsite.

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Weekly studio cottage @Carlyle Lake

3 sites · Lodging1 acre · Carlyle, Clinton

This property is next to historic Clark Cemetery. It is in a community that primarily belongs to boat club members who access the Boulder boat launch. Although this small community is in the quiet countryside, there is a train that passes through the area periodically that I find pleasant and I hope you will too. Carlyle Lake surrounds this community and supplies the local communities municipal water systems. Most residents are here throughout the entire boating season (early spring through late fall), although there are some that are here year round. The studio cottage is the oldest in the community, as most cottages here belong to RV'ers. I'm hoping to rent out an additional 3 bedroom lake house next to the studio cottage that accommodates up to 8 in the coming year or so.Learn more about this land:This is an open floor plan studio cottage with two twins, full kitchen and 3/4 bath (shower without bathtub), toilet and sink. This has 2 new beds, 2 TV's, 2 small dressers, new dining and living room furniture (except futon) and all new linens. Nightly is no longer available due to hiring out cleaning people. The porch is covered and about the same size as the whole house! Please park directly behind the cottage. You pull in on Clark Cemetery Rd and follow the turn to the left and then right. You will see the basketball hoop at the end of the drive and turn left to pull up to the studio cottage. This is available monthly at $2,000/month. All stays are minimum 7 days. You may stay less than 7 days, but must pay the 7 day rate minimum. Ex: 1-7 days is $700, 8+ days are $800, 900, etc. 28 days or more is $2000 minimum plus the continued discount for 30+ days.

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Glamp Games Retreat

5 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Oakdale, Washington

You’ve Arrived! This privately owned land is 15 minutes south of Highway 64 and one hour from St. Louis. Your stay here includes access to a large indoor area with games via a keypad entry. The games include air hockey, ping pong, corn hole and fooseball. During favorable weather an outdoor basketball hoop will be set up. There is access to water from an outdoor hydrant and two separate 50 amp hook-ups are available if reserved (site 1 or site 3). The water from the hydrant is drinkable as it comes from the county water supply. Standard electrical outlets are available from inside the building. There is also a refrigerator that is shared/available to use provided that you do not leave anything in it upon your departure. The freezer side has ice-packs that you can help yourself to/take what you need. The building has speakers with a bluetooth adapter that you can connect with your phone to play music. There is not a dump station/black water disposal. There is an outhouse toilet. The property contains Elkhorn creek which flows year round, but is very shallow. The creek follows near the western and southern portion of the attached property. Children will need to be supervised as even shallow water can be dangerous. There are three wide hiking paths that can be enjoyed with leave no trace principles. The forest is home to whitetail deer, raccoon, woodpeckers, a barred owl, frogs, chipmunks and squirrels. Nearby attractions include a nature preserve, Washington County State Recreation Area (boat ramp access and possible dump station), the Rainbow Ranch, and various Illinois State Parks. If you want to get off the beaten path there is a wonderful butcher shop/sundries called Waller’s Market that is 10 minutes to the west and the town of Nashville is 15 minutes to the east and has various shops and grocery stores. Less than 5 minutes to the south is the B & B Quick mart. The roads are very well maintained and easily navigable weather you drive a compact car, pull a travel trailer, or have a Class A. The road is paved. There is excellent cell phone reception. The indoor wood-stove and the overhead door are not to be used. Please close all doors, turn off all lights and make sure everything is locked up before you leave the site. If you have a young child, please let me know so I can remove the ping pong and fooseballs at your request for safety purposes. By booking your stay you are agreeing that you will abide by the above rules and not hold the land owner or other parties involved liable for your health and safety. Please continue to take good care of the space so that others may also enjoy time with their friends and families.

Bubba J's RV Park

13 sites · RVs10 acres · Nason, Jefferson

Welcome to Bubba J's RV Park. 85' + Pull Throughs with FULL hookups - 20/30/50 Amp Electric - year-round water (bring a pressure regulator, our water pressure is great!)- 4" sewer. Huge clean restrooms (sorry, no showers). Each site has a picnic table and fire pit (firewood NOT provided so please bring your own).

Booked 7 times

Kaskaskia River Camping & RV Park

40 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · New Athens, St. Clair

Welcome to the Village of New Athens RV Park! We sincerely appreciate your choice to stay with us. As you settle in, we're thrilled to invite you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of our campgrounds and the warmth of our community. Our park offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. You'll find convenient water hookups and sewer connections, along with waterfront views that promise a serene and picturesque experience. Embrace the outdoors at our picnic area and explore the surrounding landscapes, as we happily welcome pets, making your stay pet-friendly. For the adventurous souls, we have hike and bike campsites, providing opportunities for thrilling exploration on our gravel roads. Should you require any essentials during your stay, rest assured, we have gasoline available nearby. And as the evening settles in, gather around the fire pit, where cherished memories are created, fostering camaraderie among fellow travelers. While you're here, don't miss out on the various activities we offer. Cast a line and indulge in the art of fishing, or take to the waters for a boating adventure that promises to be both invigorating and unforgettable. Once again, thank you for being our guest. We look forward to making your time with us truly memorable as you embrace the wonders of our Village of New Athens RV Park. Happy exploring!

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Outback Cabin

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Mc Leansboro, Hamilton

This is used primarily as a hunting cabin as it sits next to ten-mile public ground. It has a full kitchen (stove, oven, and sink) along with a full bathroom. The property is located near Dolan Lake and Rend Lake. Rend Lake and Dolan's Lake are full of catfish, bass and bluegill. Rend Lake is also known to be one of the top crappie fishing lakes in the region. Bring the kids and enjoy all the amenities the cabin has to offer. 1/4 mile from Ten Mile State Fish and Wildlife (public Hunting) 20 minutes from Rend Lake and Dolan's Lake.

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Sheep shape

1 site · RV3 acres · Sparta, Randolph

Sparta Illinois Moffat Rd, Sparta, IL 62286, United States Two semi private lots. Out in the country but only 10 minutes from town. Fast unlimited wifi included. Full hookups. Pet and child friendly. background check required. We are easy going and relaxed We are working on starting a small farm of chickens and sheep, pets must be on leash if they chase or kill animals though. We are fine with off-leash as long as pets are monitored and trust worthy. Absolutely no drugs of any kind. We make chainsaw art and dog train so we both work from home. We were fully ime Rivers for almost 5 years. We just settled down this year. The site/s will be available starting Mid May possibly sooner. Electric, sewer and water located at site. Also the possibility of weekly or nightly rentals.

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Tranquillity

3 sites · Tents6 acres · Belleville, St. Clair

Many years ago, this area was a country get away for St. Louis city folks. Now, the large farms are smaller farm estate residences for people like me who enjoy large trees, open land, wildlife, and some privacy.

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Camp Cauldron

35 sites · Tents20 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Cauldron and Fire Farms is home to Cauldron and Fire Coffee roasters and the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center NFP. The property boasts 20 acres of rolling hills, secluded forest, wildlife (Oh My, the BUTTERFLIES!!!) and more, all in a beautiful countryside setting. Located 15 minutes off the main highway and minutes to Rend Lake. Learn more about this land:Open 22.5 acre rolling hill location home to the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center. Quiet natural surroundings and close to Rend Lake!!!!

Harmony Hill Acres

7 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Centralia, Marion

Ranch lands of a prior Horse Ranch at the edge of town is conveniently located. Most of the property is pasture area but plenty of yard for tent camping. We have small goats, chickens, and turkeys on-site. We live about 2 miles from our local lake, which has boat access and paddling access. The beautiful view of sunsets and sunrises are spectacular more times than not. We host large herd of deer traveling and sometimes bedding down in our pastures, so be sure to watch early mornings for them to be on the move. We are very close to town, but the 18-acre site brings a serene aspect to the grounds.

Weekly studio cottage @Carlyle Lake

3 sites · Lodging1 acre · Carlyle, Clinton

This property is next to historic Clark Cemetery. It is in a community that primarily belongs to boat club members who access the Boulder boat launch. Although this small community is in the quiet countryside, there is a train that passes through the area periodically that I find pleasant and I hope you will too. Carlyle Lake surrounds this community and supplies the local communities municipal water systems. Most residents are here throughout the entire boating season (early spring through late fall), although there are some that are here year round. The studio cottage is the oldest in the community, as most cottages here belong to RV'ers. I'm hoping to rent out an additional 3 bedroom lake house next to the studio cottage that accommodates up to 8 in the coming year or so.Learn more about this land:This is an open floor plan studio cottage with two twins, full kitchen and 3/4 bath (shower without bathtub), toilet and sink. This has 2 new beds, 2 TV's, 2 small dressers, new dining and living room furniture (except futon) and all new linens. Nightly is no longer available due to hiring out cleaning people. The porch is covered and about the same size as the whole house! Please park directly behind the cottage. You pull in on Clark Cemetery Rd and follow the turn to the left and then right. You will see the basketball hoop at the end of the drive and turn left to pull up to the studio cottage. This is available monthly at $2,000/month. All stays are minimum 7 days. You may stay less than 7 days, but must pay the 7 day rate minimum. Ex: 1-7 days is $700, 8+ days are $800, 900, etc. 28 days or more is $2000 minimum plus the continued discount for 30+ days.

Cauldron and Fire Farms

25 sites · Tents22 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Learn more about this land:Our grass covered lightly rolling hills will provide beautiful family camping opportunities, Located less then 6 miles from Rend Lake. Porta John onsite.

Tranquillity

3 sites · Tents6 acres · Belleville, St. Clair

Many years ago, this area was a country get away for St. Louis city folks. Now, the large farms are smaller farm estate residences for people like me who enjoy large trees, open land, wildlife, and some privacy.

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Camp Cauldron

35 sites · Tents20 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Cauldron and Fire Farms is home to Cauldron and Fire Coffee roasters and the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center NFP. The property boasts 20 acres of rolling hills, secluded forest, wildlife (Oh My, the BUTTERFLIES!!!) and more, all in a beautiful countryside setting. Located 15 minutes off the main highway and minutes to Rend Lake. Learn more about this land:Open 22.5 acre rolling hill location home to the Cauldron and Fire Cultural Development Center. Quiet natural surroundings and close to Rend Lake!!!!

MC Lodging

1 site · RV15 acres · Vernon, Marion

MC Lodging is located on 15 acres. We have 29 sites with full hookup at each site. We are open year round. Our campground has a nice pond with some nice size fish. We have a pavilion with a laundromat and a shower house. We also have a playground for kids.if you’re looking for a nice secluded getaway, you have found it ❤️

Harmony Hill Acres

7 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Centralia, Marion

Ranch lands of a prior Horse Ranch at the edge of town is conveniently located. Most of the property is pasture area but plenty of yard for tent camping. We have small goats, chickens, and turkeys on-site. We live about 2 miles from our local lake, which has boat access and paddling access. The beautiful view of sunsets and sunrises are spectacular more times than not. We host large herd of deer traveling and sometimes bedding down in our pastures, so be sure to watch early mornings for them to be on the move. We are very close to town, but the 18-acre site brings a serene aspect to the grounds.

The Quiet Countryside

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Vandalia, Fayette

Easy access for campers located by a pond. Great for fishing and relaxing! 30 AMP electric hookup, can accommodate water fill up and sewer dump. There is a covered pavilion with picnic table and chairs. There is a grill and a fire pit. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway you will love it here! Located close to the interstate. Plenty of restaurants near by and Vandalia lake is 8 minutes from campsite.

Cauldron and Fire Farms

25 sites · Tents22 acres · Mulkeytown, Franklin

Learn more about this land:Our grass covered lightly rolling hills will provide beautiful family camping opportunities, Located less then 6 miles from Rend Lake. Porta John onsite.

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Camping near Centralia guide

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