The best river, stream, or creek RV parks near Kankakee, Illinois

If you're looking to park your RV near the river, Hipcamp has over 480 options near Kankakee, Illinois that fit the bill. Mulln-Heim Vineyards, Walnut Valley Realm, and Heritage Farm Stay Adventure are some top campsites to consider, each with hundreds of reviews. On average, you can expect to pay $40 per night, but options start as low as $15. Trash, showers, and toilets are popular amenities, and you can enjoy activities such as swimming, boating, and wildlife watching.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking to park your RV near the river, Hipcamp has over 480 options near Kankakee, Illinois that fit the bill. Mulln-Heim Vineyards, Walnut Valley Realm, and Heritage Farm Stay Adventure are some top campsites to consider, each with hundreds of reviews. On average, you can expect to pay $40 per night, but options start as low as $15. Trash, showers, and toilets are popular amenities, and you can enjoy activities such as swimming, boating, and wildlife watching.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Millbrook Trail Rides

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50mi from Kankakee · 1 site · Tent · Newark, IL

We are a horse farm that offers trail riding to the public. We have 50 acres of wooded land with a creek running through it. We have plenty of space and we are happy to provide you with a fun camping experience! Our campsite is private and convenient. Please be warned that a loud train goes through at night!

2. Bear Bottom Ranch

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49mi from Kankakee · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Yorkville, IL

Welcome to Bear Bottom Ranch! Our entrance is marked by 2 cross crossed American flags. Come and enjoy our 32 acres of wooded property where a creek runs through. We have gorgeous oak trees and walnut trees all throughout the property. If you looking for a private camping experience, this place is for you. We usually have a couple horses on the property and I have 3 unleashed dogs that are friendly with people and dogs. We will be at the top of the property. We hope you’ll enjoy our place!

3. Hickey Homestead

45mi from Kankakee · 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.

4. Kankakee River State Park

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207 sites · Limestone, Illinois

Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.

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5. 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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6. Illini State Park

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100 sites · Marseilles, Illinois

Pack a picnic basket for a romantic or family-filled lunch on the shores of the Illinois RIver.

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Public campgrounds near Kankakee

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Potawatomi Campground

5mi from Kankakee · 105 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park

A shallow part of rock creek, near the campground.

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Chippewa Campground

9.2mi from Kankakee · 94 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park

Des Plaines Campground

26mi from Kankakee · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

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Illini Campground

47mi from Kankakee · 100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Illini State Park

Stories from the community

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Brian

3 weeks ago

Tent

4 nights at Bear Bottom Ranch

Site 1 was perfect. We had a couple nice days before the snowstorm hit to enjoy the trails and bonfire pit. We were there to winter camp so snow was a plus. Plenty of down limbs if run short on wood. Stores were close and bbr was easy to find. Recommend if you like privacy.

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Jawad

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Millbrook Trail Rides

This is a beautiful site just 1.5 hours from downtown. Also, didn't knew silver springs state wildlife park was just 5 mins from here. I would come here in spring and summer when the creek level is enough for paddling.

Jimmy

November 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Extremely private as described. Nice area. We didn't get to spend much time there but we would recommend it to anyone looking for a private spot. 2WD accessible even with a sedan. Thanks!

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Katie

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Millbrook Trail Rides

Nice property. Gorgeous sunset. Portapottie is on the other side of the property which I wish I knew beforehand as I may have camped elsewhere. It's a bit dark since it's in a barn and has no hand sanitizer so just make sure you've got a flashlight and hand sanitizer if needed. The instructions say if you have a car small enough with high clearance you can cross the bridge (mine was too big to drive across which is fine), but the owner said the bridge isnt built to be driven across. So for anyone thinking of driving to your campsite, just be aware of that! :)

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Santos

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Bear Bottom Ranch

I loved hearing the owls and seeing the horse in the morning. This was a lovely piece of land and I would definitely recommend camping here.

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Carlos

October 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Un lugar hermoso que se disfruta lo unico traer tu propio generator si quieres luz

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Mike

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Millbrook Trail Rides

A really great spot and a really amazing experience being around the horses. Can't wait to visit again.

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Deanne

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Millbrook Trail Rides

My daughter and I love camping and horses and this was the perfect mix!! Loved our site, we were able to set up hammocks and have a nice fire. The train is loud at night but it kinda makes it more of an adventure. The horses coming into our site was just the most epic and amazing thing. Host is so sweet and we cannot wait to come back to do a trail ride! Note: the road to the site is very bumpy so keep this in mind with vehicle. Recommend!!

Dave

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Wonderful piece of property fantastic hosts my third or fourth time here had a great time every single trip will highly recommend this

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sarah

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Millbrook Trail Rides

Wonderful place- private and so special with the horses and other animals on the property nearby! Kids love to play in the creek and meet the horses!

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Stephanie

September 2025

8 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Our pups loved this place! Three sites that were a good distance apart, no one bothered us, and the site was well maintained. You could definitely fit a couple tents per site if you're going with family! Porta poty was very clean and easily accessible.

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Carlos

September 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

It is a beautiful place for camping. It is very quiet.

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Imad

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Second time this summer. Great spot! Peaceful, clean, well taken care of, and surrounded by nature. Meredith was a wonderful host and made everything easy. Highly recommend!

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Christy

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Millbrook Trail Rides

We had an incredible time!!! The train bridge made it feel so magical, and waking up the grazing horses near our tent was the delight of my trip so far!!!!

Allan

August 2025

6 ft campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Great place to get away from the city! The spot was amazing ! The horses are beautiful. The Vibes where the best ! Will be coming back !

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Samantha

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Great private site. Loved going for a walk and seeing the horses. Only downside, which is just the reality of camping, was the mud by the firing from rain a few days before hadn’t been able to dry because it was in a shaded part of the site making it tough to use. Just to be aware of if it had rained recently. Great place!

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Catherine

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Honestly, a great campsite. The owners were friendly and brought us firewood. We only stayed for a night, but I wish it was longer would definitely recommend staying here.

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Jean

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Great camping. Beautiful sites. All sites are very private and exclusive.

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Carlos

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

Beautiful place. I would like to go back next week or 2 weeks. This is a beautiful place

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John

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Bear Bottom Ranch

This is a really cool site that's tucked away in the middle of nowhere but is still easy to get to. Nice clean site, have a little steam meandering through the back side of the site and there are no outside noises. Meredith is super cool to work with, will provide nice dry firewood at a low price.