The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Wheaton, Illinois

If you're looking for a camping experience that combines luxury with nature, glamping is the perfect choice! Hipcamp offers over 55 options for glamping near Wheaton, Illinois, all with access to a gorgeous river. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average of $110 per night. Check out top campsites like Blooming Bus Farms (82 reviews), Escape to Nature (80 reviews), and CSC Permaculture Project (57 reviews) for a guaranteed great experience. Popular amenities like toilets, trash, and campfires are provided, and popular activities like paddling, climbing, and swimming are available for your enjoyment.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Wheaton

If you're looking for a camping experience that combines luxury with nature, glamping is the perfect choice! Hipcamp offers over 55 options for glamping near Wheaton, Illinois, all with access to a gorgeous river. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average of $110 per night. Check out top campsites like Blooming Bus Farms (82 reviews), Escape to Nature (80 reviews), and CSC Permaculture Project (57 reviews) for a guaranteed great experience. Popular amenities like toilets, trash, and campfires are provided, and popular activities like paddling, climbing, and swimming are available for your enjoyment.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Wheaton

1. Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

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47mi from Wheaton · 6 sites · Lodging

This is a hidden gem in the outskirts of Gary. Located on the Calumet river is this amazing horse farm with 3 horses and 4 ponies. It’s 1 mile off of the 80/94 and 65 highway. Only a 45 min drive from Chicago. We also offer free parking to Miller Beach on Lake Michigan which is only a 10 min drive to there and the Indiana Dunes. Theres also Deep River Dam where you can drop your kayak and do some fishing less then a mile away. Pet fee 50 dollars for 1st pet 25 dollars for 2nd pet (75) 2 max pets

2. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

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92 sites · Shabbona, Illinois

Follow the yellow brick road, follow the yellow brick road (otherwise known as Route 30) about an hour west of Chicago and find yourself amidst 1,550 acres of rolling prairie! Shabbona Lake encompasses a unique mix of habitats, providing superb outdoor recreation in an untarnished environment. There’s prairie restoration areas where you can spy a variety of native wildflowers and grasses. Spot your feathered friends on their vacation in the 15-acre migratory waterfowl seasonal nesting area.And for the fishers: the park concession stand sells bait and tackle and rents boats, so you can take a spin and cast a line on the 318.8-acre lake. Tent, RV and cabin camping is available, as well as endless picnicking opportunities. FYI: no booze is allowed in the park, so maybe save your famous margs for another occasion.

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3. Chain O'Lakes State Park IL

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185 sites · Channel Lake, Illinois

Explore these connecting lakes on the water or on land!

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4. 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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5. 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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Public campgrounds near Wheaton

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Shabbona Lake Campground

40mi from Wheaton · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

Honeysuckle Hollow Campground

41mi from Wheaton · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chain O'Lakes State Park IL

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Illini Campground

49mi from Wheaton · 100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Illini State Park

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Potawatomi Campground

49mi from Wheaton · 105 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Camilla

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

We had a wonderful stay. Nice to have a getaway like this so close to the city. We enjoyed the site- absolutely beautiful view of ponies and goats. Camper was worn and comfortable and very well stocked. There’s some highway noise but it becomes like white noise- I didn’t notice it really. The host was incredibly nice and helpful and communicative. We hope to return.

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smita

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

We had such a wonderful stay here! Derek is a very helpful and responsive host. My daughter absolutely loved all the animals — cats, dogs, horses, and goats — which made the trip extra special. The location is perfect, close to the beach and just a short drive from Chicago, so it was both relaxing and convenient. We would definitely love to come back again.

Amanda

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

Love this place so much, this was my second time back and plan to come again next summer. Beautiful spot and beautiful beach 10 min away. It’s close to Illinois so it’s a short drive. Highly recommend

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Ben

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

Great host, great place! Tips: bring bug spray and the water heater is a 6 gallon dudad. Great for camping, though. Enjoyed the rocking swing.

Amanda

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

I loved this place sooo much. The location was perfect and the private beach that we were able to go to from the Host was AMAZING! I unfortunately had to come later and leave earlier but I already booked another stay cause I cannot stop thinking about it! This was absolutely needed after a rough week. Cannot wait to go back. Highly recommend.

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Davin

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

Derek was super helpful and responsive! Cute RV and super comfy bed! Has all your amenities and nice and quiet. Highly recommend!