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The best river, stream, or creek RV sites near Cedar Lake
91% (93) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Cedar Lake
Gun Smoke Ranch
1. Gun Smoke Ranch
98%
(163)
8.9mi from Cedar Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful camping spots with fire pit and picnic table.
Seasoned Firewood is available for purchase.
Four beautiful sites with campfire pits and area for tents/RVs.
Sites 1 and 2 overlook a manicured range, creek, and are covered by pines. Site 3 and 4 are open sky, with easy pull-up parking for the big campers or RVs. Waivers must be signed to use range, HipCamp is not liable for range use.
Car, suv, truck, trailer and smaller RV parking.
15 minute drive to Cedar Lake, and Badlandz Paintball Field. Sollitt Tap is a few miles west. It has the best burgers!
No electrical hookup, no plumbing. (Yet)
Porta potty provided, hose available at the house.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Lazy Creek Camping
2. Lazy Creek Camping
86%
(7)
37mi from Cedar Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
26ft Camper sleeps 4 with AC/Heat , Refrigerator, Running Water
No public restrooms.
Fire ring and picnic table on sites.
30 Amp service
Lots to do within the area
There is a nice golf coarse within 2 miles and river floating in town and nice bar & grill right around the corner.
Will give exact address after reservations complete.
Open May 1 ,2025
Close Oct 24, 2025
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Hickey Homestead
3. Hickey Homestead
46mi from Cedar Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
The Campground at Hickey Homestead features primitive camping and a Pop-up camper for a fuss free excursion. Meet Carrie the Resident Horse! Rides and feeding available through C+T livestock, upon request.
The "Laissez-Faire" Grounds offers the more free spirited of us, the freedom to strip away the obligations of modern life and let it all loose! This area is Nestled at the back of the property and away from unsuspecting visitors and features a sun deck.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$48
/ night
Kankakee River State Park
4. Kankakee River State Park
100%
(2)
State park 30mi from Cedar Lake · 207 sites
Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Indiana Dunes National Park
5. Indiana Dunes National Park
95%
(42)
National park 28mi from Cedar Lake · 66 sites
Marvel at Lake Michigan from a perch on a towering sand dune.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
River Dream
6. River Dream
49mi from Cedar Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
Peaceful lot on the Tippecanoe River. Fish from the riverfront patio, put in you kayak, or park you pontoon after a day of boating on Lake Shafer.
Enjoy a fire in the evening on this wooded lot.
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Pets
Electrical hookup
from
$50
/ night
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
7. Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
State park 40mi from Cedar Lake · 22 sites
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
Toilets
Campfires
Tippecanoe River State Park
8. Tippecanoe River State Park
67%
(4)
State park 47mi from Cedar Lake · 182 sites
Discover Tippecanoe River State Park's scenic trails and historic charm.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
91% (93) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Cedar Lake
Gun Smoke Ranch
1. Gun Smoke Ranch
98%
(163)
8.9mi from Cedar Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful camping spots with fire pit and picnic table.
Seasoned Firewood is available for purchase.
Four beautiful sites with campfire pits and area for tents/RVs.
Sites 1 and 2 overlook a manicured range, creek, and are covered by pines. Site 3 and 4 are open sky, with easy pull-up parking for the big campers or RVs. Waivers must be signed to use range, HipCamp is not liable for range use.
Car, suv, truck, trailer and smaller RV parking.
15 minute drive to Cedar Lake, and Badlandz Paintball Field. Sollitt Tap is a few miles west. It has the best burgers!
No electrical hookup, no plumbing. (Yet)
Porta potty provided, hose available at the house.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Lazy Creek Camping
2. Lazy Creek Camping
86%
(7)
37mi from Cedar Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
26ft Camper sleeps 4 with AC/Heat , Refrigerator, Running Water
No public restrooms.
Fire ring and picnic table on sites.
30 Amp service
Lots to do within the area
There is a nice golf coarse within 2 miles and river floating in town and nice bar & grill right around the corner.
Will give exact address after reservations complete.
Open May 1 ,2025
Close Oct 24, 2025
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Hickey Homestead
3. Hickey Homestead
46mi from Cedar Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
The Campground at Hickey Homestead features primitive camping and a Pop-up camper for a fuss free excursion. Meet Carrie the Resident Horse! Rides and feeding available through C+T livestock, upon request.
The "Laissez-Faire" Grounds offers the more free spirited of us, the freedom to strip away the obligations of modern life and let it all loose! This area is Nestled at the back of the property and away from unsuspecting visitors and features a sun deck.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$48
/ night
Kankakee River State Park
4. Kankakee River State Park
100%
(2)
State park 30mi from Cedar Lake · 207 sites
Walk among sacred land and water at this unspoiled state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Indiana Dunes National Park
5. Indiana Dunes National Park
95%
(42)
National park 28mi from Cedar Lake · 66 sites
Marvel at Lake Michigan from a perch on a towering sand dune.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
River Dream
6. River Dream
49mi from Cedar Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
Peaceful lot on the Tippecanoe River. Fish from the riverfront patio, put in you kayak, or park you pontoon after a day of boating on Lake Shafer.
Enjoy a fire in the evening on this wooded lot.
-
Pets
Electrical hookup
from
$50
/ night
Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
7. Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
State park 40mi from Cedar Lake · 22 sites
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
Toilets
Campfires
Tippecanoe River State Park
8. Tippecanoe River State Park
67%
(4)
State park 47mi from Cedar Lake · 182 sites
Discover Tippecanoe River State Park's scenic trails and historic charm.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Eric and Aline
November 2025
36 ft Class A
With pets
Lovely spot. Follow instructions carefully and you’ll be fine. Worked great as we were reconnecting w/family.
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Brian
October 2025
Tent
With pets
The host, John, is a super nice guy and very accommodating. We showed up on the wrong date (by accident - my mistake) and he was very flexible about it and we ended up staying the night. Very nice campsites and we will definitely plan on coming back to visit.
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Jennifer
October 2025
19 ft campervan
As advertised. I was welcomed and happened to have the place to myself. Just what I needed & kindly available on very late notice.
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Daniel
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Love coming back to this site! Owners are kind and responsive, and the sites are clean and accessible! My kids are a huge fan of the swing set and the trampoline on the premises.
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Dan
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
What a great location. Every stay my family creates new memories. John is a great host. See ya whenever the 4th stay will be.
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Patrick
September 2025
Tent
We arrived on Saturday morning. Another group left shortly after so we had the place to ourselves. Lots of property to roam around on. Played football all in the grassy hill and had the most fun using the shooting range. Great firewood available and some nice spots to set up camp. Will definitely be back and bring more people! Thanks again, John!
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Bram
September 2025
30 ft campervan
We stayed at John’s ranch for two nights and wished we could’ve stayed longer. John is an excellent host that helps you with whatever you need. I would recommend this place to anyone
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Natalia
September 2025
14 ft campervan
With pets
Great host.
Super responsive and helpful.
Easy to communicate.
We had great times! And our few dogs too.
Thank you so much!
Highly recommended!
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Daniel
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Had a great time. Campsite was spacious and had all the amenities we needed. Hosts also went above and beyond to help and assist us throughout the course of our stay.
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Robert
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had camp site 1 and was great. Pine needles all over the ground really made a decent underlayment. Fire put was good grounds were good. Watched the meteor shower from here. We did experience what a few people said about the neighbor to the west working on a diesel truck really late but not through the night. Nothing was problematic from the host. Everything was great and we will be back again.
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Ashley
August 2025
Tent
With pets
My family and I were very pleased with our stay. The land was clean, and very spacious. John and his family were welcoming and pleasant.! He also communicated quickly with all questions and assistance. Overall, my family and I had a great time and we plan to return.
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Tony
July 2025
Tent
The owner clearly put a lot of effort into making a good campground. Pleasant, well furnished, and fun. Would totally recommend.
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Ronan
July 2025
Tent
Nice place. Very quite. Clean area with porta potties.
Great Irish bar about 3 miles away.
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Alfredo
June 2025
Tent
With kids
It was really nice and secluded.
So dark you can actually see stars.
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Jelly
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
So I often use Hipcamp when traveling. Weather is for camping for the weekend or staying in touch with nature instead of the hotels in the city. Me and my friends were on our way to work a con and let me tell you, I’m so glad I booked here. The host is very friendly and accommodating. He started our fire for us and let us borrow his flame thrower! The port o potty was very clean and best of it all? Yall gotta meat tuna! 10/10 !!!
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Logan
May 2025
Tent
With pets
We loved camping here! John had a fire started when we got there and gave us some great recommendations in the area. Campsite 3 had beautiful views and very easy to get to. Everything was well marked and we knew exactly where to go. We travel with two doggos and they loved running in the open land. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks John for making it a home away from home
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Alex
March 2025
Tent
Group trip
Several camp spots with easy to follow signs to find them the moment you pull into the driveway. We felt isolated and alone, which was nice. John stopped by at some point to make sure we had everything we needed
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Celine
February 2025
28 ft Class C
Such a nice couple! They really introduced us to the American culture and we’re helpful in any way. Nice surroundings, would defo stay here again.
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