The best campgrounds near Elgin, Illinois with snow sports

If you're looking for a camping experience near Elgin, Illinois with snow sports as your preferences, Hipcamp has over 100 options to choose from. Whether you're into skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing, you'll find something that suits your needs. With an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $25, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Purplehaze Acres (295 reviews), Beaver Point Cabin (117 reviews), and Circle M Farm Stay Camp n Glamp (65 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and trash services, while popular activities include biking, wildlife watching, and off-roading (OHV).

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Top-rated campgrounds near Elgin

If you're looking for a camping experience near Elgin, Illinois with snow sports as your preferences, Hipcamp has over 100 options to choose from. Whether you're into skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing, you'll find something that suits your needs. With an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $25, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Purplehaze Acres (295 reviews), Beaver Point Cabin (117 reviews), and Circle M Farm Stay Camp n Glamp (65 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and trash services, while popular activities include biking, wildlife watching, and off-roading (OHV).

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Top-rated campgrounds near Elgin

1. A Creek Runs Through It

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4.1mi from Elgin · 2 sites · RVs

I love sharing this beautiful piece of land with other nature lovers. You feel like you're out in the middle of the woods yet if you drive 5 minutes to Randall road there's any restaurant or store you could ever need. I look forward to sharing this space with you!

2. The Commons Oak Savanna

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21mi from Elgin · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land: (NOTE) Greenwood Rd and Illinois Rt 120 are the same...Google uses Greenwood Rd, and the State prefers Illinois Rte 120) Get away from it and commune with nature in a pre-settlement natural oak savanna with oaks and hickories of 200-400 years. 25-acre woodland completely fenced and surrounded by cropland and woods with no homes or roads within a half mile. Experience the land as the nomadic Indian tribes saw it. Trails cross the property. Hawks, owls, turkeys, and occasional bald eagles, along with finches, woodpeckers, doves, and martins fill the sky; while deer, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits roam the grounds. Only two camps are available to keep the setting pristine and primitive and a third site can be used behind the sheds if you encounter unexpected weather.

3. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

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92 sites · Shabbona, Illinois

Follow the yellow brick road, follow the yellow brick road (otherwise known as Route 30) about an hour west of Chicago and find yourself amidst 1,550 acres of rolling prairie! Shabbona Lake encompasses a unique mix of habitats, providing superb outdoor recreation in an untarnished environment. There’s prairie restoration areas where you can spy a variety of native wildflowers and grasses. Spot your feathered friends on their vacation in the 15-acre migratory waterfowl seasonal nesting area.And for the fishers: the park concession stand sells bait and tackle and rents boats, so you can take a spin and cast a line on the 318.8-acre lake. Tent, RV and cabin camping is available, as well as endless picnicking opportunities. FYI: no booze is allowed in the park, so maybe save your famous margs for another occasion.

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4. Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park

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224 sites · Zion, Illinois

Illinois’ only beach ridge shoreline sits within an hour of the city.

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5. Rock Cut State Park

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266 sites · Loves Park, Illinois

Four seasons of fun await at this rock-cut wilderness within day-trip distance of Chicago.

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6. Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

22 sites · Channahon, Illinois

Experience an echo of the expansive natural prairies of an Illinois past when you come to Des Plaines Fish & Wildlife Area. The tranquil vibes of the park will refresh your soul. The smooth flowing rivers and natural prairie lands stretch across the horizon—making that campfire glow all the more spectacular. There is so much diversity at this park; woodland turns to farmland, prairie turns to swamp, calm waters turn to rushing rivers. This makes for an exceptional array of epic outdoor activities to partake in. We’re talking something for nature lovers and huntsmen alike. The fishing here is on point, with bass, walleye, northern pike, and catfish jumping at the bait on the banks of Miliken Lake and Kankakee River. Explore the acres of naturally preserved beauty, embrace the lush water sources, and just have a hell of a good time all around at this park.

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7. Gebhard Woods State Park

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2 sites · Morris, Illinois

Birds and boats, turtles and trails. Find all of the above and more at Gebhard Woods State Park. Enjoy this little world as you picnic by the shady lake, take a boat out to fish, and explore the trails weaving through the park. No matter the season, no matter the weather, the park is open and raring to go! Check out the variety of birds, bring your horse around for a trot, there is a million ways to have fun at Gebhard Woods!

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Public campgrounds near Elgin

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Shabbona Lake Campground

35mi from Elgin · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

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Illinois Beach Campground

38mi from Elgin · 224 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park

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Rock Cut Campground

40mi from Elgin · 266 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rock Cut State Park

Des Plaines Campground

47mi from Elgin · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

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Gebhard Woods Campground

48mi from Elgin · 2 sites · in Gebhard Woods State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Sarah

November 2025

50 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna

Steve was an awesome host. After we got parked he explained some things he had to offer. I got lavender bunches, honey, and a book written by Steve himself. I teared up when he was explaining the true story of a princess he met at the age of 95, who has an incredible story… I am looking forward to reading it. We spent Halloween night here, without any scary stuff happening, and we lived to tell another story. Thanks Steve.

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Jonathan

October 2025

13 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to A Creek Runs Through It

When we pulled up to the site, Kristen made sure we knew exactly where to park and gave us the layout of her land. It was nice to be able to park our camper there while we visited the nearby town. This site was quiet and private. We felt very safe here. Kristen communicated well and we knew everything we needed to know before even showing up. We would definitely camp here again!

Motor Camping Near Woodstock, IL, ca. 1930

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Brian

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna

The Commons Oak Savannah is a beautiful property and was the perfect setting for our 1930's themed camp-out. The hilly 1/2 mile cow lane from the highway back to the campsite passes through fields and woodlands and lends a feeling of travelling to a distant place and time, and we had no problem negotiating it our 1928 Model A Ford. The site itself is surrounded by woods with ancient oaks to the north, east and south, and we enjoyed the magnificent sunset over the open fields to the west. Darkness brought the sounds of screech owls and even the distant yips and howls of coyotes. The site itself was large and well mowed, and we found an abundance of wood in the brush pile concealed in the tall grass next to the lane. Prospective campers may want to note that there is a small group of well-maintained honey bee hive boxes adjacent to the site, but they ignored us completely and did not even stray into our camp. The host, Steve, was very congenial, with excellent communication via both hipcamp messaging and phone texting, and his interest in helping us enjoy our experience was readily apparent. I heartily recommend The Commons Oak Savannah to campers seeking a tranquil and authentic experience and hope to return many times myself.

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Gwen

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna

I had a great camping here. A great place to enjoy the peaceful nature. Great host!

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narlycharley

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna

Steve was a great host. Great with communication. The property was very pretty. Had to cut down and process our own dead wood. The path to the wooded area is grass with very tall thick grass/plants in the center. If you have a vehicle with a nice (painted) front lower bumper, keep scratching in mind. I plan on staying again.

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Vince

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna

My son and I enjoyed our 2-day campout along with our dog. The site was quiet and very private. There were no other campsites nearby, a huge bonus. It was a bit overgrown when we arrived, but we were able to quickly clear an area for our tent and tarp. I’m sure we will try go back in the future. The location was convenient to my NW suburban home.

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Jeremy

May 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at The Commons Oak Savanna

Had a quick overnight stay with my kids in the site closer to the farm. It was easy to access, well kept and adjacent to a large field with a beautiful sunset. Steve is a super nice host, and was very great with communication. We'll go stay again!