The best cabin rentals near Pocahontas, Illinois with fishing

If you're looking for a serene escape from the hustle and bustle, Hipcamp offers over 30 options for cabin camping near Pocahontas, Illinois with access to prime fishing spots. You'll find options as low as $20 per night and an average price of $35 per night. Check out top campsites like Bear Creek Farm and Ranch (273 reviews), McCully Heritage Project (150 reviews), and Comfy Cabin Camping (101 reviews). Popular amenities include pet-friendly accommodations, cooking equipment, and showers. As for activities, you can enjoy fishing, paddling, and swimming.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pocahontas

If you're looking for a serene escape from the hustle and bustle, Hipcamp offers over 30 options for cabin camping near Pocahontas, Illinois with access to prime fishing spots. You'll find options as low as $20 per night and an average price of $35 per night. Check out top campsites like Bear Creek Farm and Ranch (273 reviews), McCully Heritage Project (150 reviews), and Comfy Cabin Camping (101 reviews). Popular amenities include pet-friendly accommodations, cooking equipment, and showers. As for activities, you can enjoy fishing, paddling, and swimming.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pocahontas

1. Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

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48mi from Pocahontas · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

We purchased our 45 acre farm in 1997, since then we have operated a sustainable small organic farm. In January of 2018 we purchased 58 more acres that is attached to our land. The property has a greenhouse, high tunnel and about a half acre of field that we raise vegetables and fruit on. We have a 3 acre pond with a naturally sustaining fish population, that we swim and boat in. There are hiking trails that go through many small pastures and woods with streams running through them. Plenty of wildlife, hiking and mountain biking areas. We have a certified kitchen at the farm and have products raised and/or made on the farm for folks to purchase. Supposedly our house is haunted and there are a couple of haunted sites within 15 miles of the farm. Nearby Taylorville has a Walmart, Aldi, Kroger, and many small local businesses. There is a YMCA and a few parks. Lake Sangchris State Park is close by. The capital of Illinois, Springfield is 35 miles from the farm.

2. Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area

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366 sites · Carlyle, Illinois

Visit now because Eldon Hazlet could easily become the next hotspot of Illinois environmental adventure. With its open fields, breezy lakeside views, and expansive collection of wildlife, the largest park in Illinois is no less than a treasure. Partake in your favorite pastimes or try something new! Set sail on the lake, have a romantic picnic, take a dip in the pool: the options are endless! There’s nothing quite so relaxing as breathing in the fresh air at Eldon Hazlet.

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3. Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area

135 sites · Ramsey, Illinois

With its rolling hills and timbered shoreline, Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area has become a popular spot for relaxation and recreation. Visitors enjoy quiet strolls in the forest, secluded picnicking, as well as more energetic activities.Fishing is huge here, so the lake is managed by draw-downs and stocking. Some species found are largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish and black crappie. Hit up the concession stand for supplies. Other popular pastimes include hunting (dove, pheasant, quail, deer) and winter sports like fishing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, sledding and ice skating. There’s even a 13-mile designated snowmobile trail.

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4. 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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5. Washington County State Recreational Area

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39 sites · Nashville, Illinois

Echoed by mourning dove calls that reverberate through the dew-licked pines and dotting the county's sun-kissed hillsides, Washington County State Recreational Area is teeming with fauna. This near-fifteen-hundred-acre ecological oasis is nestled just four miles from Nashville in southern Illinois―a far cry from it’s adjacent concrete jungles, aside from the skyscraper-like pines. And, criss crossed by the area’s two small creeks, Washington County State Recreational Area is inundated with well-populated, stable populations of largemouth bass and other like-sized game fish. Even if you’re not a fan of dancing bobbers, you’ll find situational ecstasy while dining under one of the park’s lake-hugging picnic pavilions, bathed in sunset yellows―and, let's face it, everyone’s a fan of solar acrobatics paired with well-made egg salad.

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6. Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

55 sites · Kinmundy, Illinois

Land your limit of largemouth bass, bluegill or crappie at this well-stocked, beautiful lake.

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Public campgrounds near Pocahontas

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Illini Campground

16mi from Pocahontas · 366 sites · Tents, RVs · in Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area

White Oak Campground

32mi from Pocahontas · 90 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area

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Beaver Dam Campground

36mi from Pocahontas · 76 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beaver Dam State Park

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Washington County Campground

39mi from Pocahontas · 39 sites · Tents, RVs · in Washington County State Recreational Area

Stephen A. Forbes Campground

42mi from Pocahontas · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Lisa

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

We had a wonderful time staying at the cottage in the woods. The place is so welcoming and peaceful, and the hosts provided all the essentials for a comfortable stay. We would be very happy to come visit again.

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Michelle

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

Always a great place to stay whether at the Cottage or a tent site!

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Phil

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

Very secluded and private. The cottage was even better than the pics suggested. Would book again!

Barbara

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

The cabin was awesome. Plenty of room to host a party and fully stocked with anything you'd need. Had rented it few years ago for a 16th birthday party and returned to do a Graduation party.