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A Creek Runs Through It

1. A Creek Runs Through It

93%
(15)
34mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · RVs · Elgin, IL
I love sharing this beautiful piece of land with other nature lovers. You feel like you're out in the middle of the woods yet if you drive 5 minutes to Randall road there's any restaurant or store you could ever need. I look forward to sharing this space with you!
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$41
 / night
Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest

2. Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest

93%
(57)
41mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · Lodging · Crown Point, IN
Learn more about this land: Come enjoy a stay at the rustic Hruby Ranch. 50 acres of private land to explore. A cozy comfortable excursion tent with queen bed. There are trails throughout of which you are free to explore. And our animals will surely delight. A fire pit is always a wonderful way to end the day. Located 12 minutes from I 65 and 15 minutes from downtown Crown Point and 20 from Valporaiso. If the beach is more your style, we are 25 minutes from the Indiana dunes and Lake Michigan! We are in winter/inclimate weather conditions, all stays are hike in and out approximately 150yards from the barn and stable areas.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$100
 / night
The Commons Oak Savanna

3. The Commons Oak Savanna

92%
(25)
47mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Woodstock, IL
Learn more about this land: (NOTE) Greenwood Rd and Illinois Rt 120 are the same...Google uses Greenwood Rd, and the State prefers Illinois Rte 120) Get away from it and commune with nature in a pre-settlement natural oak savanna with oaks and hickories of 200-400 years. 25-acre woodland completely fenced and surrounded by cropland and woods with no homes or roads within a half mile. Experience the land as the nomadic Indian tribes saw it. Trails cross the property. Hawks, owls, turkeys, and occasional bald eagles, along with finches, woodpeckers, doves, and martins fill the sky; while deer, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits roam the grounds. Only two camps are available to keep the setting pristine and primitive and a third site can be used behind the sheds if you encounter unexpected weather.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$45
 / night
Dune top view was amazing! You could see the Chicago skyline

4. Indiana Dunes State Park

92%
(39)
141 sites · Dune Acres, Indiana
Take advantage of year-round family recreation on the Lake Michigan shore.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Bike camping.

5. Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park

83%
(9)
224 sites · Zion, Illinois
Illinois’ only beach ridge shoreline sits within an hour of the city.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Indiana Dunes National Park

6. Indiana Dunes National Park

95%
(40)
66 sites · Dune Acres, Indiana
Marvel at Lake Michigan from a perch on a towering sand dune.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

7. 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Kankakee River State Park

8. Kankakee River State Park

100%
(2)
207 sites · Limestone, Illinois
Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
93% (73)

Top-rated campgrounds

A Creek Runs Through It

1. A Creek Runs Through It

93%
(15)
34mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · RVs · Elgin, IL
I love sharing this beautiful piece of land with other nature lovers. You feel like you're out in the middle of the woods yet if you drive 5 minutes to Randall road there's any restaurant or store you could ever need. I look forward to sharing this space with you!
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$41
 / night
Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest

2. Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest

93%
(57)
41mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · Lodging · Crown Point, IN
Learn more about this land: Come enjoy a stay at the rustic Hruby Ranch. 50 acres of private land to explore. A cozy comfortable excursion tent with queen bed. There are trails throughout of which you are free to explore. And our animals will surely delight. A fire pit is always a wonderful way to end the day. Located 12 minutes from I 65 and 15 minutes from downtown Crown Point and 20 from Valporaiso. If the beach is more your style, we are 25 minutes from the Indiana dunes and Lake Michigan! We are in winter/inclimate weather conditions, all stays are hike in and out approximately 150yards from the barn and stable areas.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$100
 / night
The Commons Oak Savanna

3. The Commons Oak Savanna

92%
(25)
47mi from West Garfield Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Woodstock, IL
Learn more about this land: (NOTE) Greenwood Rd and Illinois Rt 120 are the same...Google uses Greenwood Rd, and the State prefers Illinois Rte 120) Get away from it and commune with nature in a pre-settlement natural oak savanna with oaks and hickories of 200-400 years. 25-acre woodland completely fenced and surrounded by cropland and woods with no homes or roads within a half mile. Experience the land as the nomadic Indian tribes saw it. Trails cross the property. Hawks, owls, turkeys, and occasional bald eagles, along with finches, woodpeckers, doves, and martins fill the sky; while deer, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits roam the grounds. Only two camps are available to keep the setting pristine and primitive and a third site can be used behind the sheds if you encounter unexpected weather.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$45
 / night
Dune top view was amazing! You could see the Chicago skyline

4. Indiana Dunes State Park

92%
(39)
141 sites · Dune Acres, Indiana
Take advantage of year-round family recreation on the Lake Michigan shore.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Bike camping.

5. Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park

83%
(9)
224 sites · Zion, Illinois
Illinois’ only beach ridge shoreline sits within an hour of the city.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Indiana Dunes National Park

6. Indiana Dunes National Park

95%
(40)
66 sites · Dune Acres, Indiana
Marvel at Lake Michigan from a perch on a towering sand dune.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

7. 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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Kankakee River State Park

8. Kankakee River State Park

100%
(2)
207 sites · Limestone, Illinois
Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets

Public campgrounds near West Garfield Park

Dune top view was amazing! You could see the Chicago skyline
92%
(39)

Indiana Dunes Campground

37mi from West Garfield Park · 141 sites · Tents, RVs · in Indiana Dunes State Park
Bike camping.
83%
(9)

Illinois Beach Campground

38mi from West Garfield Park · 224 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
Dunewood Campground
95%
(40)

Dunewood Campground

41mi from West Garfield Park · 66 sites · Tents, RVs · in Indiana Dunes National Park
Des Plaines Campground

Des Plaines Campground

44mi from West Garfield Park · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
A shallow part of rock creek, near the campground.
100%
(1)

Chippewa Campground

49mi from West Garfield Park · 94 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park
Equestrian Campground

Equestrian Campground

49mi from West Garfield Park · 8 sites · in Kankakee River State Park

Stories from the community

The Commons Oak Savanna
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Sarah
November 2025
50 ft fifth wheel
Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna
Steve was an awesome host. After we got parked he explained some things he had to offer. I got lavender bunches, honey, and a book written by Steve himself. I teared up when he was explaining the true story of a princess he met at the age of 95, who has an incredible story… I am looking forward to reading it. We spent Halloween night here, without any scary stuff happening, and we lived to tell another story. Thanks Steve.
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A Creek Runs Through It
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Jonathan
October 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to A Creek Runs Through It
When we pulled up to the site, Kristen made sure we knew exactly where to park and gave us the layout of her land. It was nice to be able to park our camper there while we visited the nearby town. This site was quiet and private. We felt very safe here. Kristen communicated well and we knew everything we needed to know before even showing up. We would definitely camp here again!
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Motor Camping Near Woodstock, IL, ca. 1930
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Brian
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna
The Commons Oak Savannah is a beautiful property and was the perfect setting for our 1930's themed camp-out. The hilly 1/2 mile cow lane from the highway back to the campsite passes through fields and woodlands and lends a feeling of travelling to a distant place and time, and we had no problem negotiating it our 1928 Model A Ford. The site itself is surrounded by woods with ancient oaks to the north, east and south, and we enjoyed the magnificent sunset over the open fields to the west. Darkness brought the sounds of screech owls and even the distant yips and howls of coyotes. The site itself was large and well mowed, and we found an abundance of wood in the brush pile concealed in the tall grass next to the lane. Prospective campers may want to note that there is a small group of well-maintained honey bee hive boxes adjacent to the site, but they ignored us completely and did not even stray into our camp. The host, Steve, was very congenial, with excellent communication via both hipcamp messaging and phone texting, and his interest in helping us enjoy our experience was readily apparent. I heartily recommend The Commons Oak Savannah to campers seeking a tranquil and authentic experience and hope to return many times myself.
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Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest
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Vanisa
September 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest
The Hruby Ranch was everything we were hoping for and more. You can tell immediately that there is a lot of love put into the property. It is very well maintained and easy to do our overnight getaway, having comforts of home and still outdoor camping feeling. Seeing both sunset and sunrise from our site was so special. The animals were our kiddos favorite along with the trampoline! Thank you Tom and Ally for the hospitality, we hope to make this at least an annual getaway.
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The Commons Oak Savanna
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Gwen
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna
I had a great camping here. A great place to enjoy the peaceful nature. Great host!
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The Commons Oak Savanna
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narlycharley
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna
Steve was a great host. Great with communication. The property was very pretty. Had to cut down and process our own dead wood. The path to the wooded area is grass with very tall thick grass/plants in the center. If you have a vehicle with a nice (painted) front lower bumper, keep scratching in mind. I plan on staying again.
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The Commons Oak Savanna
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Vince
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to The Commons Oak Savanna
My son and I enjoyed our 2-day campout along with our dog. The site was quiet and very private. There were no other campsites nearby, a huge bonus. It was a bit overgrown when we arrived, but we were able to quickly clear an area for our tent and tarp. I’m sure we will try go back in the future. The location was convenient to my NW suburban home.
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The Commons Oak Savanna
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Jeremy
May 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
1 night at The Commons Oak Savanna
Had a quick overnight stay with my kids in the site closer to the farm. It was easy to access, well kept and adjacent to a large field with a beautiful sunset. Steve is a super nice host, and was very great with communication. We'll go stay again!
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Nearby parks

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Dune top view was amazing! You could see the Chicago skyline
92%
(39)
Indiana Dunes State Park
Dune Acres, Indiana
Bike camping.
83%
(9)
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
Zion, Illinois
Indiana Dunes National Park
95%
(40)
Indiana Dunes National Park
Dune Acres, Indiana
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
Channahon, Illinois
Kankakee River State Park
100%
(2)
Kankakee River State Park
Limestone, Illinois
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Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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