The best waterside campgrounds near Kampsville, Illinois

Looking for waterside camping near Kampsville? You’ve got over 400 choices, from riverbanks to tucked-away creek spots. Most sites average $35 a night, but you can snag a place for as little as $15. Fires are allowed at most camps, and plenty welcome pets. Showers are usually on hand, too. Swim straight from your site, hike local trails, or saddle up for horseback riding nearby. Check out top picks like Sudden Valley Ranch (208 reviews), McCully Heritage Project (208 reviews), or Grove On Top Possum Hill (163 reviews). You’ll find the best sites right on the water, perfect for cooling off after a long hike or roasting marshmallows by the fire.

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1. Beaver Dam State Park

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76 sites · Chesterfield, Illinois

With such different ecosystems (we’re talking farmland, open fields, woodlands, lake, and a marsh) wrapped up in one park, Beaver Dam is the place to go see a vast variety of plants and animals. Hike any of the trails and have fun trying to keep count of all the creatures you see! Bring your bow and arrows to the archery range, or spend your time hunting the area. Getting the winter blues? Beaver Dam is open and ready for ice skaters or cross country skiers. Don’t just take our word for it, get down here!

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Looking for waterside camping near Kampsville? You’ve got over 400 choices, from riverbanks to tucked-away creek spots. Most sites average $35 a night, but you can snag a place for as little as $15. Fires are allowed at most camps, and plenty welcome pets. Showers are usually on hand, too. Swim straight from your site, hike local trails, or saddle up for horseback riding nearby. Check out top picks like Sudden Valley Ranch (208 reviews), McCully Heritage Project (208 reviews), or Grove On Top Possum Hill (163 reviews). You’ll find the best sites right on the water, perfect for cooling off after a long hike or roasting marshmallows by the fire.