The magical woods awaits you just behind our show horse farm. Tranquil. Peaceful. Beautiful. A world away is within reach.
Just 20 miles from Starved Rock, This large primitive site is at the base of the small hill leading to our "Magical Woods". There is more open space and it is closer to the parking area and a CLEAN port a potty. This site will allow for larger ten
The magical woods awaits you just behind our show horse farm. Tranquil. Peaceful. Beautiful. A world away is within reach.
Just 20 miles from Starved Rock, This large primitive site is at the base of the small hill leading to our "Magical Woods". There is more open space and it is closer to the parking area and a CLEAN port a potty. This site will allow for larger tents and a dining fly. Across the way is our site 2, Moon Over Meadow, which will allow larger groups to combine and be together. It is possible, when it is dry to drive a small SUV to this site. However pasture gates must be opened and closed by farm staff at an appointed time. Therefore it is not always convenient for those camping. Patience is required.
The meadow has a numerous varieties of wild flowers and a mulberry tree near by that are excellent to eat in season. There is room to kick the ball around or catch a wee bit of sun. A Great Family Site.
Enjoy the on site trails and the beautiful sounds of nature. Download a star gazer app because on a clear night the stars are BRIGHT!
Download the All Trails App for more places to hike in our beautiful part of Illinois.
Your camp site will be cleaned, sanitized and stocked to your specifications before you arrive. Your site includes 2 Adirondack chairs, a small spool table, 1 bundle of dry firewood, fire starters and matches. Assistance moving your items to your site can be provided.
Ask us for recommendations of other local parks, attractions, dining and drinking in addition to Starved Rock, there are so many beautiful places to visit without the crowds.
Golden Pond is treated weekly for mosquitos. And your site has been sprayed with the same spray they use at Disney World to keep the insects at a hopeful minimum.We ask that you recycle glass, cans, cardboard, etc bins are provided.
We ask that you recycle glass, cans, cardboard, etc bins are provided.
- Check in: After 12PM
- Check out: Before 12PM
- Cancellation policy: Flexible
- On arrival: Go straight to camp
- Minimum nights: 1 night
- Accepts bookings: 12 months out
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$35 gallons potable water
Refilled container from our 330' deep well. This water is perfect for cooking...Read more
Refilled container from our 330' deep well. This water is perfect for cooking, bathing, putting out your campfire, etc
FreeTrekking Poles
Free use of trekking poles during your stay just order ahead and we can eithe...Read more
Free use of trekking poles during your stay just order ahead and we can either leave them at your site or they can be picked up at check in. We do have limited NEW sets available for purchase. Prices vary Please ask what we have in stock
Firewood bundle
Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your c...Read more
$3Dozen eggs
Organically fed free range eggs. These are usually right out of the coup the ...Read more
Organically fed free range eggs. These are usually right out of the coup the day you arrive. Our happy healthy hens are running free in the farm yard. You will see them running around on your stay! Have some here and take some home!
Activities
Offered on the Host's property or nearby.
Boating
We are just miles from the Illinois and Fox Rivers
Fishing
Many lakes and rivers nearby
Hiking
On site 7 acres. Within miles to State Parks.
Horseback riding
We have a professional stables on site. Lessons can be arranged by appointment. Trail riding available at another nearby stables.
Snow sports
Cross Country skiing on site and at local State Parks
Wildlife watching
We have deer, squirrels - including some white ones, turkeys, racoons, etc
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Meadows Edge in Illinois.
Forest
With a creek and small pond
Places to see near Welcome to our Magical Woods
5 Reviews
Great site! A bit of a walk from the parking area, but the host was very kind and helped bring camping gear back on their trailer. Site was perfectly large enough for 6 of us to set up 3 tents and be totally comfortable.
My 2nd time at Meadows Edge. This time the temps were in the 90s and a Thunderstorm brewing. Heidi, the host, offered me her home as camping would have been very unpleasant and wet. Can’t thank Heidi enough for her generosity!
Good basic campsite with friendly horses, cats, dogs and other cats nearby if you want to visit with them, which our boys loved. Fire starter provided was very helpful and Heidi was friendly, accommodating and super prompt with communication. We didn't get a chance to explore but large area for hikes and pond down right from the campsite.
I am glad yo enjoyed your stay. I know our critters are always delighted when people come to visit!
Heidi was an absolute gem of a host, and my kids loved all the animals at her farm. Be aware that you have to walk through or around the horse corral to get to the porto potty, but it's not too long of a walk. As well, the only negative was the rager of a party at a nearby campground. It went until the wee hours of the morning which took away from the wonderful ambiance of the wooded area behind their farm.
I am so sorry about the party at Glenwood Farms - which is the residential camp ground down the road from me. Usually it is so quiet here in the country. I hope you will be by our way again, perhaps we can show you the peace and quiet we are famous for. Heidi
Spent one night at Heidi’s on a cross-country trip with kids and pup in tow. Heidi is a wonderful and accommodating host. She’s also a political/social activist and has a podcast to show for. Arriving is a bit surreal as you are instantly surrounded by horses, chickens, cats, and dogs - all friendly and living in perfect harmony - a lesson us humans can learn. While the sites are a short walk from the parking area, Heidi let us drive to our site since we have a rooftop tent. The site itself was comfortable with a table, a few chairs, and a fire pit. It is well-protected by tall trees. We had a great sleep and next morning left with a dozen eggs courtesy of the chickens we met the day before! Pleasant stay!
- Property
- Welcome to our Magical Woods
- State
- Illinois
- Country
- United States
- $50/night
- 1 Site
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We were happy to offer you shelter. That storm was terrible and the heat was miserable. I am glad we had to to offer. Safe travels!