Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Odell, IL
Nestled in the heart of Illinois, near the charming town of Odell, outdoor enthusiasts can explore a variety of camping options that cater to RV, tent, and dispersed camping experiences. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills, lush forests, and serene waterways, creating an inviting backdrop for nature lovers and adventure seekers. For RV campers, nearby Starved Rock State Park offers well-maintained sites equipped with electricity, providing a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Tent campers will delight in the tranquil settings at Salt Creek Campground in the Shawnee National Forest, where they can pitch tents among towering trees and enjoy picturesque views of the creek. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping opportunities are abundant in the region, particularly in the Kankakee River State Park, where campers can immerse themselves in vast natural spaces and listen to the soothing sounds of the river. With Odell as your anchor point, these diverse camping options offer the perfect escape, inviting you to embrace camping under the stars.
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.
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.
Kickapoo State Recreation Area Campground is part of Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Illinois (35 min east of Champaign, IL) with an elevation of 633 feet. There are a total of 180 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 179 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 50 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. 97 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, sports, floating sports.
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