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The best camping near Lake in the Hills with horseback riding

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Millbrook Trail Rides

1. Millbrook Trail Rides

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42mi from Lake in the Hills · 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!
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from 
$27
 / night
Walking distance

2. Ice Age Retreat

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(57)
49mi from Lake in the Hills · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Palmyra, WI
Surrounded by the Kettle Moraine Forest, we purchased this property in October of 2022 to be closer to nature and to share this property with you. We look forward to hosting you. The forest provides many opportunities enjoy! Close to the Ice Age Hiking Trail, Blad Bluff Scenic Overlook within walking distance of our retreat. Hiking, Moutain Biking, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoe, Horse Back Riding and much more
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$45
 / night
The Aloha Ranch

3. The Aloha Ranch

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(19)
19mi from Lake in the Hills · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Harvard, IL
We have 26 acres of land to have fun on and enjoy nature! Turtles, rabbits, deer, possums, and snakes are just a few of the wildlife that you may encounter. The Kishwaukee river runs along the property bringing a variety of creatures as well as a nice place to cool off on hot days. You can find wild berry trees and beautiful flowers. Enjoy campfires and gaze upon the vast sky full of stars at night. There are multiple camping sites, some surrounded by trees and others in open fields to suit your preference and camping vehicle. Learn more about this land: Welcome to our 26 acres surrounded by the Kishwaukee River. Small trails, secluded yet near food, shopping and activities. Pet friendly, bon fires, barbecuing, gorgeous sunrises and tranquil sunsets. We are a family run small farm with dogs, horses, ponies and chickens. Only 1 hour 20 minutes from downtown Chicago and 1 hour from Ohare airport.  Near Wisconsin border, Fox River, Lake Geneva, Rush Creek, Volo Museum & Antiques. Look up things to do in McHenry as well.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$50
 / night
Rock Cut State Park

4. Rock Cut State Park

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(6)
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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Rolling Oaks Campground

5. Rolling Oaks Campground

46mi from Lake in the Hills · 51 sites · Sheridan, IL
Rolling Oaks Campground stands out as a unique family-owned destination, nestled along the picturesque Fox River just 7 miles south of Sandwich, Illinois. Since 1969, this campground has been a cherished retreat for families seeking both relaxation and adventure. Open from mid-April to mid-October, weather permitting, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all ages. At Rolling Oaks, there's no shortage of activities to keep everyone entertained. Families can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a playground, volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. The campground hosts special events throughout the summer, featuring music and dancing on Saturday evenings, farmers markets, and delightful cart rides. Guests can also partake in community dinners such as spaghetti suppers, corn boils, and pig roasts, creating lasting memories together. For those looking to cool off, the campground boasts a well-maintained outdoor swimming lake. Additional conveniences include a propane exchange station, a dump station, firewood for sale, and a snack bar offering delicious options like burgers and pizza. The nearby town of Sandwich provides ample shopping, dining, and laundry facilities, ensuring that all your needs are met during your stay. Rolling Oaks Campground features a variety of RV sites, including pull-thru, back-in, partial, and full
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
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Top-rated campgrounds

Millbrook Trail Rides

1. Millbrook Trail Rides

96%
(110)
42mi from Lake in the Hills · 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!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$27
 / night
Walking distance

2. Ice Age Retreat

99%
(57)
49mi from Lake in the Hills · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Palmyra, WI
Surrounded by the Kettle Moraine Forest, we purchased this property in October of 2022 to be closer to nature and to share this property with you. We look forward to hosting you. The forest provides many opportunities enjoy! Close to the Ice Age Hiking Trail, Blad Bluff Scenic Overlook within walking distance of our retreat. Hiking, Moutain Biking, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoe, Horse Back Riding and much more
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$45
 / night
The Aloha Ranch

3. The Aloha Ranch

100%
(19)
19mi from Lake in the Hills · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Harvard, IL
We have 26 acres of land to have fun on and enjoy nature! Turtles, rabbits, deer, possums, and snakes are just a few of the wildlife that you may encounter. The Kishwaukee river runs along the property bringing a variety of creatures as well as a nice place to cool off on hot days. You can find wild berry trees and beautiful flowers. Enjoy campfires and gaze upon the vast sky full of stars at night. There are multiple camping sites, some surrounded by trees and others in open fields to suit your preference and camping vehicle. Learn more about this land: Welcome to our 26 acres surrounded by the Kishwaukee River. Small trails, secluded yet near food, shopping and activities. Pet friendly, bon fires, barbecuing, gorgeous sunrises and tranquil sunsets. We are a family run small farm with dogs, horses, ponies and chickens. Only 1 hour 20 minutes from downtown Chicago and 1 hour from Ohare airport.  Near Wisconsin border, Fox River, Lake Geneva, Rush Creek, Volo Museum & Antiques. Look up things to do in McHenry as well.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$50
 / night
Rock Cut State Park

4. Rock Cut State Park

100%
(6)
266 sites · Loves Park, Illinois
Four seasons of fun await at this rock-cut wilderness within day-trip distance of Chicago.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Rolling Oaks Campground

5. Rolling Oaks Campground

46mi from Lake in the Hills · 51 sites · Sheridan, IL
Rolling Oaks Campground stands out as a unique family-owned destination, nestled along the picturesque Fox River just 7 miles south of Sandwich, Illinois. Since 1969, this campground has been a cherished retreat for families seeking both relaxation and adventure. Open from mid-April to mid-October, weather permitting, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all ages. At Rolling Oaks, there's no shortage of activities to keep everyone entertained. Families can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a playground, volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. The campground hosts special events throughout the summer, featuring music and dancing on Saturday evenings, farmers markets, and delightful cart rides. Guests can also partake in community dinners such as spaghetti suppers, corn boils, and pig roasts, creating lasting memories together. For those looking to cool off, the campground boasts a well-maintained outdoor swimming lake. Additional conveniences include a propane exchange station, a dump station, firewood for sale, and a snack bar offering delicious options like burgers and pizza. The nearby town of Sandwich provides ample shopping, dining, and laundry facilities, ensuring that all your needs are met during your stay. Rolling Oaks Campground features a variety of RV sites, including pull-thru, back-in, partial, and full
Pets
Potable water
Toilets

Public campgrounds near Lake in the Hills

Rock Cut Campground
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Rock Cut Campground

36mi from Lake in the Hills · 266 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rock Cut State Park

Stories from the community

Cute entry to forest area.
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Kasie
November 2025
20 ft campervan
1 night at Ice Age Retreat
Nice private location with great access to trails including the Ice Age Trail. Another site located across field at a good distance allowing plenty of space for all. Will definitely be back.
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Millbrook Trail Rides
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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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Ice Age Retreat
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Heidi
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
We have stayed here in the past and have enjoyed the peace and quiet. It's a perfect camping spot. Chris is an awesome host!
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Ice Age Retreat
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Viviane
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Chris was accommodating and helpful. The site came with water and wood. A lot of room. Dogs loved it too!
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Millbrook Trail Rides
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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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Ice Age Retreat
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David
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Great site! Host is friendly. Plenty of firewood, well-maintained compost toilet. Good access to hiking and regional attractions. No complaints.
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Millbrook Trail Rides
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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!!
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Ice Age Retreat
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Katie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Great spot to relax and view the stars at night! It feels really secluded when you get to your site, there’s 1 more in the vicinity but you still have plenty of privacy. You may hear some road noise during the day but it gets quiet and serene as it gets dark. Host was kind and communicative, she even came by around checkout to see if we needed any help. All around a great time, I can’t wait to spend another night here again in the future
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Millbrook Trail Rides
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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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Ice Age Retreat
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Christian
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Quiet and secluded campsite with lots of space. The site came with lots of good firewood which was super nice to not have to worry about.
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Ice Age Retreat
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Joseph
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
3 nights at Ice Age Retreat
We camped w a 20 ft trailer rv. It was a nice quiet semi remote site. Nature and peace n quiet. And mosquitoes. We had tiki torches n citronella n spray n really enjoyed our stay. Firewood was supplied n great quality. Until it rained, lol. Definitely will be coming back again. Thanks for the great spot
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Ice Age Retreat
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Pat
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Beautiful place. And great location -- near the Ice Age Trail, and Old World Wisconsin. Great hosts!
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The Aloha Ranch
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Megan
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Aloha Ranch
If you’re looking for a peaceful and untouched place to camp, the Aloha Ranch is it! Bobby was very communicative, and went out of her way to ensure we enjoyed our stay. She helped set us up at a local fishing venue with a beautiful castle and we spent two days enjoying the weather and solitude. Our campsite also had excellent stargazing! Highly recommended to anyone looking for a private getaway.
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Ice Age Retreat
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Nicholas
August 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Very quiet and secluded. Free firewood available so that was nice. Lots of bugs when we were there, but we were prepared.
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Millbrook Trail Rides
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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!!!!
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Ice Age Retreat
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William
August 2025
16 ft car
With pets
3 nights at Ice Age Retreat
Good spot for us. Places to walk, nice cleared area to camp. Thank you.
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Ice Age Retreat
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Christian
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
The location of this campsite is prime for exploring the South Unit of the Kettle Moraine Forest. It felt very private and secluded. The water situation was confusing, the spigots were not working but there was an unmarked water jug left by the toilets.
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Cute little trail labeled the Enchanted Forest.
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Kris
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Great little spot so close to the ice age trail. I was able to walk over to the trail which was great. Plenty of room and nice view of night skies! Loads of firewood. There were even a few trees for my hammock. Would definitely book again.
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The Aloha Ranch
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Bill
August 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Aloha Ranch
Bobbie at Aloha Ranch was amazing! Great communication and such a wonderful host. Property was very fun and secluded. Thank you!
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Ice Age Retreat
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Andrew
August 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Ice Age Retreat
Great location in a beautiful, secluded spot, off the beaten track. Very quiet. Only 2 sites, and the other was unoccupied when we were there. Composting toilet available. Firewood provided. Water provided (container, not hookup). Bring your own electrons. Hosts very genial and helpful. Loved it!! Peace!
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Rock Cut State Park
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Rock Cut State Park
Loves Park, Illinois

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Rolling Oaks Campground

46mi from Lake in the Hills · 51 sites · Sheridan, IL
Rolling Oaks Campground stands out as a unique family-owned destination, nestled along the picturesque Fox River just 7 miles south of Sandwich, Illinois. Since 1969, this campground has been a cherished retreat for families seeking both relaxation and adventure. Open from mid-April to mid-October, weather permitting, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all ages. At Rolling Oaks, there's no shortage of activities to keep everyone entertained. Families can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a playground, volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. The campground hosts special events throughout the summer, featuring music and dancing on Saturday evenings, farmers markets, and delightful cart rides. Guests can also partake in community dinners such as spaghetti suppers, corn boils, and pig roasts, creating lasting memories together. For those looking to cool off, the campground boasts a well-maintained outdoor swimming lake. Additional conveniences include a propane exchange station, a dump station, firewood for sale, and a snack bar offering delicious options like burgers and pizza. The nearby town of Sandwich provides ample shopping, dining, and laundry facilities, ensuring that all your needs are met during your stay. Rolling Oaks Campground features a variety of RV sites, including pull-thru, back-in, partial, and full
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Top parks near Lake in the Hills

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