20 Best Cabin Rentals Near Yorkville, IL, US 2026

Yorkville has over 425 cabin options listed on Hipcamp, set among rolling hills and redwood groves. You’ll find cabins tucked beside creeks, perched on quiet ridges, and hidden beneath towering trees. Expect campfires (where allowed), toilets, and showers at most sites—essentials for both comfort and practicality. Hiking trails wind right from your doorstep, fishing spots dot the local rivers, and some cabins even put you within reach of snow sports when winter hits. If you’re looking for a solid base to explore the outdoors without pitching a tent, this is the place.

99% (60) • 5 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Yorkville

Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

1. Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

99%

(90)

47mi from Yorkville · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging

Here's a refined version of the description for the Rockford Ski Club: Discover the Rockford Ski Club: Nestled on 33 acres of diverse landscape, the Rockford Ski Club offers a unique blend of prairie, forest, gardens, and open fields. The property is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and foxes, and leads directly to the Kishwaukee River—perfect for kayaking or canoeing adventures. Enjoy stunning views of the river valley from the camping field, and embrace the spirit of community that has made this cooperative club a local treasure for decades. Members continue to ski and sled here, keeping tradition alive. Conveniently located just off Interstate 39, the club is only a 10-15 minute drive from Rockford, with a gas station just half a mile away. Camping options are available for tents, cars, vans, campers, or RVs in our maintained grassy area. While there is a well for non-potable water (suitable for washing), we recommend bringing your own drinking water. Electricity is available for basic needs like charging phones or powering lights and small devices, but it is not sufficient for RVs. For more information, feel free to reach out to our club president, Steve, at (815)-979-4888.

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$28

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Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

2. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

100%

(4)

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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Illini State Park

3. Illini State Park

100%

(7)

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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Starved Rock State Park

4. Starved Rock State Park

93%

(28)

128 sites · North Utica, Illinois

Gushing waterfalls, ice sculptures, white-tailed deer and soaring eagles offer year-round excitement

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Kankakee River State Park

5. Kankakee River State Park

100%

(2)

207 sites · Limestone, Illinois

Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.

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Electrical hookup

Toilets

Yorkville has over 425 cabin options listed on Hipcamp, set among rolling hills and redwood groves. You’ll find cabins tucked beside creeks, perched on quiet ridges, and hidden beneath towering trees. Expect campfires (where allowed), toilets, and showers at most sites—essentials for both comfort and practicality. Hiking trails wind right from your doorstep, fishing spots dot the local rivers, and some cabins even put you within reach of snow sports when winter hits. If you’re looking for a solid base to explore the outdoors without pitching a tent, this is the place.

99% (60) • 5 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Yorkville

Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

1. Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

99%

(90)

47mi from Yorkville · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging

Here's a refined version of the description for the Rockford Ski Club: Discover the Rockford Ski Club: Nestled on 33 acres of diverse landscape, the Rockford Ski Club offers a unique blend of prairie, forest, gardens, and open fields. The property is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and foxes, and leads directly to the Kishwaukee River—perfect for kayaking or canoeing adventures. Enjoy stunning views of the river valley from the camping field, and embrace the spirit of community that has made this cooperative club a local treasure for decades. Members continue to ski and sled here, keeping tradition alive. Conveniently located just off Interstate 39, the club is only a 10-15 minute drive from Rockford, with a gas station just half a mile away. Camping options are available for tents, cars, vans, campers, or RVs in our maintained grassy area. While there is a well for non-potable water (suitable for washing), we recommend bringing your own drinking water. Electricity is available for basic needs like charging phones or powering lights and small devices, but it is not sufficient for RVs. For more information, feel free to reach out to our club president, Steve, at (815)-979-4888.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

$28

/ night

Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

2. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

100%

(4)

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.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Illini State Park

3. Illini State Park

100%

(7)

100 sites · Marseilles, Illinois

Pack a picnic basket for a romantic or family-filled lunch on the shores of the Illinois RIver.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Starved Rock State Park

4. Starved Rock State Park

93%

(28)

128 sites · North Utica, Illinois

Gushing waterfalls, ice sculptures, white-tailed deer and soaring eagles offer year-round excitement

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Kankakee River State Park

5. Kankakee River State Park

100%

(2)

207 sites · Limestone, Illinois

Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Grace

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

The perfect spot for a weekend getaway! We will be back!

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Francheska

November 2024

1 night at Rockford Ski Club Camping Area

This is the cutest little cabin for two people with beautiful hiking and river access. It was easy to find, navigate and get access. I’ll be returning.