Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Wauponsee, IL
Nestled in the heart of Illinois, Wauponsee offers a variety of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly RV park or a serene spot for tent camping, the area's diverse landscapes—ranging from rolling hills to serene lakefronts—cater to every preference. The nearby Kankakee River State Park is a popular destination, providing ample opportunities for tent camping alongside beautiful wetland scenery, where visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. For RV campers, the peaceful settings of the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie offer well-equipped sites for a comfortable stay amid expansive prairies and thriving ecosystems. If you're seeking the thrill of adventure, consider dispersed camping in the nearby Starved Rock State Park, where rugged bluffs and breathtaking views of the Illinois River create an unforgettable backdrop. With its combination of picturesque landscapes and various camping styles, Wauponsee is the perfect gateway for your next outdoor escape.
Dam West Rec. Area in Clinton County is located 51 min east of Belleville, IL with an elevation of 448 feet. There are a total of 108 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 51 and 138 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. 23 sites have electric and water hookups. 85 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $52.00. Some amenities include dump station, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.
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.
Mcnair Group Area in Clinton County is located 55 min east of Belleville, IL with an elevation of 446 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $125.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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.
Taylor Ridge Campground is part of Brown County State Park in Indiana (40 min east of Bloomington, IN) with an elevation of 993 feet. There are a total of 252 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 80 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, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Battle of Athens Campground is part of Battle of Athens State Historic Site in Missouri (1 hr 12 min northwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 634 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 15 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, firewood. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails.
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