Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Clays Prairie, IL
Nestled in the heart of southern Illinois, Clays Prairie offers a diverse range of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all types. For RV campers, the nearby Shawnee National Forest presents well-equipped campgrounds like the Garden of the Gods, where both full-hookup sites and scenic views of rugged cliffs enhance the outdoor experience. Tent campers can find serenity in the lush wooded areas surrounding Clays Prairie, with sites at the Fern Clyffe State Park offering picturesque hiking trails and tranquil creeks. For those seeking a more remote experience, dispersed camping opportunities abound within the expansive Shawnee National Forest, allowing for a true escape into nature where you can set up camp among tall oak trees and diverse wildlife. Surrounded by gently rolling hills, pristine lakes, and vast woodlands, the local geography provides a stunning backdrop for all types of campers looking to explore outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. Whether you prefer the convenience of an RV or the simplicity of a tent, Clays Prairie is an ideal destination for creating lasting outdoor memories.
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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