Description

This Garden of the Gods is right here in Illinois—no need to travel to Colorado!—but you'll be equally-awed by the wild rock formations that fill this recreation area and campground. You'll see the scenery everywhere you look, and if it piques your interest, there are plenty of explanatory plaques along the hiking trails that meander through this natural rock garden.
Campsite area
Tent or RV sites
12 sites
Up to guests per site
Up to 6 vehicles
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Potable water available
Picnic table available

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Climbing
Swimming
Wildlife watching

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Garden of the Gods Campground.

Beach
Cave
Forest
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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Hipcamper James
James G.
recommends this listing.
November 10th, 2018

Very humid and alot of flies. Very beautiful and alot to see. If it is full there are many campgrounds in the area.

Hipcamper Michael
Michael S.
recommends this listing.
September 18th, 2018

The campsite overlooks the valley and there are incredible bluffs and geological features everywhere. It's so much fun to walk around and climb the rocks. I imagine fall would be great there when the leaves are changing on the trees below the bluffs.

Hipcamper Teresa S.
has mixed feelings towards this listing.
October 25th, 2019
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August 7th, 2018
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October 28th, 2018
Hipcamper Kim C.
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November 2nd, 2018
Hipcamper Tyler R.
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June 19th, 2018
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March 28th, 2018
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February 13th, 2018
Hipcamper Ashley K.
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October 11th, 2017
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August 14th, 2017
Hipcamper Kat S.
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May 31st, 2017
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April 27th, 2017
Hipcamper Paul S.
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March 30th, 2017
Park
Shawnee National Forest
State
Illinois
Country
United States
Phone Number
(618) 253-7114
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
37.604° N, 88.382° W
$10/night
Tent / RV / Trailer: 12 Sites
(Up to people per site)