The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Danville, Illinois

Welcome to Hipcamp, your one-stop destination for camping adventures in the United States! If you're looking for a riverside camping experience near Danville, Illinois, you're in luck. We have over 220 options that cater to your preferences. Whether you enjoy swimming, climbing, or horseback riding, there's something for everyone. Check out our top-rated campsites like Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), Heritage Farm Stay Adventure (196 reviews), and Horseshoe Bend (137 reviews). You can expect an average price of $40 per night, with options as low as $15. We provide popular amenities such as toilets, trash facilities, and pet-friendly accommodations. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your one-stop destination for camping adventures in the United States! If you're looking for a riverside camping experience near Danville, Illinois, you're in luck. We have over 220 options that cater to your preferences. Whether you enjoy swimming, climbing, or horseback riding, there's something for everyone. Check out our top-rated campsites like Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), Heritage Farm Stay Adventure (196 reviews), and Horseshoe Bend (137 reviews). You can expect an average price of $40 per night, with options as low as $15. We provide popular amenities such as toilets, trash facilities, and pet-friendly accommodations. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Flint Farm: Attica,IN

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28mi from Danville · 2 sites · RVs · Attica, IN

Purchase this piece of land just a year after I graduated high school and thought it would be nice to share itLearn more about this land:Welcome to my 10 acre vacant lot with the beauty of the country side. Site is welcome to campers with tents or rv’s. Camping spot is near the cropland, but left with plenty of room for outdoor activities and room to get setup. There is a railroad that runs along the property so if you think this may bother you then this location isn’t for you. There are nature preserves not far away with public access trails to hike along with great places to eat. Water and electric hookup is available. If interested and would like direct details my number is 765-585-7648. 28 mins away from the Mackey Areana in West Lafayette, 15mins from the Badlands Off Road Park in Attica, 5mins from the Paintball Barn. Located off of a paved road with the privacy of field crops.

2. Camp with Alpacas at Aris Farm

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37mi from Danville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Universal, IN

This was once a self sustaining farm built in the 1950s. The farm raised cattle, pigs, chickens. There was 35 tillable acres which produced corn and oats for the livestock. The farm had its own feed grinder in the old barn. There is an old hand built cooler room where all the meat was stored. There are four wells on the farm one of which is used for watering animals and cooling alpacas on hot summer days. One of our tent sites is in the corner of our alpaca pasture. You'll hear the roosters, goats, donkeys and more than likely, Rose, our Maremma livestock guardian dog, throughout your stay.

3. Fort Harrison River Property

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45mi from Danville · 2 sites · RVs · Terre Haute, IN

(2) RV spots located right on the Wabash River. $60/day, $350/weekly and $600/biweekly, we will consider monthly. Both RV sites will accommodate a 30-foot RV, one site will accommodate any length RV. Both are equipped with water and sewer hookups, 30/50-amp electrical power, and both have their own picnic table and campfire area.

4. Kickapoo State Recreation Area

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184 sites · Oakwood, Illinois

A hodge-podge of deep-water ponds await you in eastern Illinois.

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5. Middle Fork State Fish & Wildlife Area

46 sites · Potomac, Illinois

Get out on the water for fishing, canoeing, and wildlife viewing

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6. Hickey Homestead

48mi from Danville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Remington, IN

The Campground at Hickey Homestead features primitive camping and a Pop-up camper for a fuss free excursion. Meet Carrie the Resident Horse! Rides and feeding available through C+T livestock, upon request. The "Laissez-Faire" Grounds offers the more free spirited of us, the freedom to strip away the obligations of modern life and let it all loose! This area is Nestled at the back of the property and away from unsuspecting visitors and features a sun deck.

7. Turkey Run State Park

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211 sites · Marshall, Indiana

Hike through history at this well-appointed state park.

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8. Shades State Park

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106 sites · Alamo, Indiana

A shady retreat for hikers, campers, and canoeists just outside the city.

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9. Walnut Point State Park

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55 sites · Oakland, Illinois

Combine water, woods, and wildlife at this state park in east-central Illinois.

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10. Prophetstown State Park

105 sites · Battle Ground, Indiana

Discover Prophetstown State Park's prairies, trails, and aquatic adventures.

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Public campgrounds near Danville

Brian Plawer Campground

6.7mi from Danville · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kickapoo State Recreation Area

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Redear Campground

6.7mi from Danville · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kickapoo State Recreation Area

Middle Fork Campground

24mi from Danville · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Middle Fork State Fish & Wildlife Area

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Turkey Run Campground

28mi from Danville · 211 sites · Tents, RVs · in Turkey Run State Park

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Shades Campground

32mi from Danville · 106 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shades State Park

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Walnut Point Campground

38mi from Danville · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Walnut Point State Park

Prophetstown Campground

48mi from Danville · 105 sites · Tents, RVs · in Prophetstown State Park

Stories from the community

Walnut campsite at the edge of the field.

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Tim

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp with Alpacas at Aris Farm

The site was very private and on the night we stayed the clear skies allowed for amazing stargazing! Sounds of wildlife like frogs and insects were very relaxing. Restroom wasn't too far either and was well kept. Overall a great place to set up the tent for the evening.

Sarah

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Camp with Alpacas at Aris Farm

This was an A+ experience. Tracy‘s farm is very unique and wonderful and she herself is a very welcoming, accommodating host. Even though this was my first time solo camping EVER, I felt very safe and comfortable and enjoyed every minute of it. I was on a road trip on the last leg home so didn’t spend much time at her farm, but plan on returning there just to enjoy the space and land and I will be recommending Tracy‘s farm to all people I personally know who enjoy camping near and far.

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Ashlee

June 2025

29 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Flint Farm: Attica,IN

We wanted private and that is exactly what we got! The place may not be perfect for others, but it was perfect for my husband, two dogs, and myself!

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John

June 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Camp with Alpacas at Aris Farm

We had a wonderful time. We made up our campsite and got settled in. Then shortly after we walked back up to the farm and we were greeted by Tracy with food to feed all the farm animals. My son particularly liked feeding all the goats. After that we went back to camp and were greeted to a symphony of bullfrogs and countless lightning bugs to watch as we settled down. The only thing I would change was I would’ve held off the rain from coming the morning after so we could’ve stayed longer.

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Janelle

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp with Alpacas at Aris Farm

We really enjoyed the peaceful evenings listening to the frogs and sitting by the fire. We also loved talking with Tracy about her farm and her animals.