The best campgrounds near Macomb, Illinois with wildlife watching

Planning a camping trip near Macomb, Illinois? Hipcamp has over 180 options for you to choose from, all with a focus on wildlife watching. Whether you prefer a cozy campsite or a rustic cabin, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Looking for top campsites? Check out Bear Creek Farm and Ranch with 273 reviews, Draco Hill Farm with 192 reviews, or McCully Heritage Project with 150 reviews. Prices start as low as $12 per night, with an average price of $33 per night. Trash, toilets, and pet-friendly amenities are popular options, and you can also enjoy off-roading, whitewater paddling, and climbing activities during your stay. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macomb

Planning a camping trip near Macomb, Illinois? Hipcamp has over 180 options for you to choose from, all with a focus on wildlife watching. Whether you prefer a cozy campsite or a rustic cabin, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Looking for top campsites? Check out Bear Creek Farm and Ranch with 273 reviews, Draco Hill Farm with 192 reviews, or McCully Heritage Project with 150 reviews. Prices start as low as $12 per night, with an average price of $33 per night. Trash, toilets, and pet-friendly amenities are popular options, and you can also enjoy off-roading, whitewater paddling, and climbing activities during your stay. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Macomb

1. Black Sheep Flower Farm

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31mi from Macomb · 5 sites · Lodging

Million Dollar view! Stargazers & birdwatchers' dream! Black Sheep Flower Farm is a chemical free flower farm overlooking the Spoon and Illinois River valley. Beautiful hiking trails at Dickson Mounds and the Nature Conservancy (Emiquon) wetland preserve. We aim to provide an affordable and safe space where people feel free to be themselves and enjoy nature. Chill vibes. Quiet and romantic getaway! No homophobia, transphobia, racism or misogyny!

2. Argyle Lake State Park

112 sites · Colchester, Illinois

Fall in love with fishing at this lake in western Illinois.

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3. Weinberg-King State Fish & Wildlife Area

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19 sites · Augusta, Illinois

Listen to the chirp of songbirds as you meander along the rolling hillsides at the Weinberg-King Fish & Wildlife Area. Autumn olive trees and honeysuckle dot this 772-acre slice of land, where a wide variety of hunting and fishing would have just about anyone game. We recommend that horse-lovers flock here, for they will find refuge in the 30 miles of bridle trails and a special campground for equestrian campers. Whether you're interested in kicking back at the 4-acre pond or just keeping an eye out for deer and fox squirrels, we have a feeling you'll be restored and rejuvenated after your stay.

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4. Anderson Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

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100 sites · Bath, Illinois

Bring your binoculars to Anderson Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area; this place is a birder’s paradise. Swell up with patriotic pride when you spot a bald eagle or two in the winter, and gawk at the huge number of white pelicans that gather here each spring as they head north during migration. If birding’s not your thing and you can’t tell a pelican from a bald eagle, then 1) you might need to get your eyes checked, and 2) no worries—there’s plenty else to do besides ogle at our feathery friends here.Take advantage of the park’s two public boat ramps and tour the lake via your vessel. Cast a line for crappie, bluegill, bass, and more (the fishing’s especially good in early spring). Hunting for deer, rabbit, quail, and duck are also popular pastimes. And if all else fails, simply take in the beauty of a sparkling lake surrounded by silver maple, cottonwood, and lovely willow trees. That’s what the “great outdoors” is all about!

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5. Siloam Springs State Park

102 sites · Mound Station, Illinois

Discover a well-stocked lake and a well-stocked concession stand with row boat and canoe rentals.

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6. Sand Ridge State Forest

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46 sites · Forest City, Illinois

Think Central Illinois is one big corn field? Sand Ridge State Forest begs to differ.

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7. Geode State Park

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168 sites · Danville, Iowa

Discover Geode State Park's serene lake and lush trails.

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8. Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish & Wildlife Area

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114 sites · Chandlerville, Illinois

One of the largest public access areas preserved by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

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Public campgrounds near Macomb

Twisted Oak Campground

5.4mi from Macomb · 64 sites · Tents, RVs · in Argyle Lake State Park

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Big Oak Campground

5.6mi from Macomb · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Argyle Lake State Park

Twin Oaks Campground

5.6mi from Macomb · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Argyle Lake State Park

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Weinberg-King Campground

20mi from Macomb · 19 sites · in Weinberg-King State Fish & Wildlife Area

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Anderson Lake Campground

32mi from Macomb · 100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Anderson Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

Siloam Springs Campground

42mi from Macomb · 102 sites · Tents, RVs · in Siloam Springs State Park

Horseman's Park Campground

43mi from Macomb · 20 sites · in Sand Ridge State Forest

Oak Campgound

43mi from Macomb · 2 sites · in Sand Ridge State Forest

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Pine Campground

44mi from Macomb · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sand Ridge State Forest

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Geode Campground

45mi from Macomb · 168 sites · Tents, RVs · in Geode State Park

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Prairie Lake Campground

46mi from Macomb · 76 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish & Wildlife Area

Questing Hills Campground

48mi from Macomb · 38 sites · in Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish & Wildlife Area

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Emily

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Black Sheep Flower Farm

We had such a wonderful time celebrating our anniversary here with our toddler. You can tell how much love is put into this land and we enjoy it so much here! We had a very rainy night and the cabin stayed cozy and dry. The land is quiet and was perfect for letting our little one run around. We will definitely be back 😘

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Brandon

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Black Sheep Flower Farm

Was amazing .. the flowers the wild animals! It was out of a movie fairy tale! Would recommend this space to everyone.. was amazing with a partner but would be a beautiful solo trip. Very private

Terri

July 2025

3 nights at Black Sheep Flower Farm

The accommodations were perfect for a nice step up to tent camping. We had a snug, cozy cabin, access to a flush toilet(!!!!) and refrigerator to keep a few items in. the property was spacious and unique. Dennis and Ben were great hosts who we enjoyed meeting while they were harvesting their beautiful flowers. Dickson Mound museum directly across the road was a nice bonus with accessible walking trails. Hoping to go back again sometime!

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Stephen

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Black Sheep Flower Farm

The farm was peaceful and lovely. The cabin was perfectly simple and charming. The fireflies at dusk and hummingbirds throughout the day, kept things magical. Dennis was a wonderful host. We felt welcome.

Eva

June 2025

With pets

1 night at Black Sheep Flower Farm

I stayed twice last year and it was just as nice this year. I sat on the porch where there was a nice breeze, strumming my guitar and watching the hummingbirds at the feeder. In the evening there was a brief coyote serenade. If they howled again later, I didn’t hear it as I was sound asleep.

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Brian J

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Black Sheep Flower Farm

We had a great time enjoying the peace&quiet. The view is pleasant, and it is a comfortable place to sleep and camp. There's a kitchen with running water & a fridge, and enough fallen timber in the woods that you don't need to bring firewood as long as you're prepared to chop some up. Dennis is a wonderful, friendly guy. I hope we can make it back here sometime!