Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines, a suburban city near Chicago, offers a mix of urban conveniences and outdoor recreational spots. The Des Plaines River Trail, stretching for miles, provides excellent hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Camp Reinberg, located in nearby Palatine, offers both tent and cabin camping within a beautiful forest setting. Lake Opeka Park, just minutes away, features fishing, boating, and picnic areas with scenic lake views. The city is home to the famous Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center, a popular spot for families during the summer months. History buffs can visit the Des Plaines History Center, which showcases the area’s rich past. With its close proximity to Chicago, visitors can also enjoy world-class museums, dining, and entertainment within a short drive.
Dunewood Campground in Porter County is located just 15 min west of Michigan City, IN with an elevation of 624 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. 53 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets.
Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite is located in the White Cloud Ranger District, Huron-Manistee National Forest (1 hr 18 min northeast of Muskegon, MI) with an elevation of 1,196 feet. The site is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of October. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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