Campgrounds Available Tonight Near University Park, IL
Nestled in the heart of the Chicago metropolitan area, University Park, IL, offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure in a picturesque setting. For RV campers, nearby Cedar Lake Campground is a popular choice, featuring spacious, well-equipped sites amidst lush greenery and serene lake views. Tent campers will delight in Thorn Creek Woods Nature Center, where primitive camping options allow for a genuine connection with nature, surrounded by rich forests and diverse wildlife. Spanning across gently rolling terrain and located near the confluence of the Thorn Creek and the Kankakee River, this area provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. If you’re seeking solitude and a true wilderness experience, venture to the Shawnee National Forest for dispersed camping, where you can pitch your tent beneath a blanket of stars while enjoying the sounds of chirping crickets and rustling leaves. With its unique blend of urban accessibility and natural beauty, University Park and its surroundings offer a remarkable camping experience for all types of adventurers.
Raccoon Ridge Campground is part of Brown County State Park in Indiana (38 min east of Bloomington, IN) with an elevation of 620 feet. There are a total of 54 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 47 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 600 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 18 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, accessible, playground, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Buffalo Ridge Campground is part of Brown County State Park in Indiana (36 min east of Bloomington, IN) with an elevation of 993 feet. There are a total of 103 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 90 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 51 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. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, accessible, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Horseman Campground is part of Brown County State Park in Indiana (34 min west of Columbus, IN) with an elevation of 666 feet. There are a total of 193 campsites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 114 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, general store, accessible, restroom, ramada, pay telephone. Activities include horseback riding.
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