Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Burns, IL
Nestled just south of the vibrant city of Chicago, Burns, IL offers a variety of camping options perfect for nature enthusiasts seeking an escape from urban life. RV camping is a popular choice, with nearby facilities like the scenic Kankakee River State Park, which provides full hookups and easy access to the river for fishing and kayaking. For those preferring tent camping, the serene wooded areas of the Des Plaines River Valley provide well-maintained sites surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife, ideal for a peaceful retreat. Adventure seekers can also explore dispersed camping options along the outskirts of the neighboring Iroquois County, where you can pitch a tent in designated areas amidst rolling hills and vibrant wildflowers. Each camping experience is enhanced by the unique geography of the region, which includes vast wetlands, charming rivers, and scenic trails. Whether you're driving an RV, setting up a tent, or exploring backcountry sites, Burns, IL, offers an abundance of outdoor activities that promise unforgettable memories in nature.
Babler Campground is part of Babler State Park in Missouri (just 14 min southwest of Chesterfield, MO) with an elevation of 752 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 52 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 47 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, playground, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, firewood, 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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