Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Kinderhook, IL
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of western Illinois, Kinderhook offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and tranquility. For RV travelers, the nearby Sandy Creek Campground provides well-maintained sites with full hookups, allowing guests to enjoy the lush green surroundings and the calming sounds of nature. Tent camping enthusiasts will find solace at Lake Shelbyville State Park, just a short drive away, where spacious, shaded sites are perfect for pitching tents and enjoying lakeside views, ideal for fishing, swimming, and hiking along the serene trails. For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping can be enjoyed in areas surrounding the Shawnee National Forest, where campers can connect with nature away from conventional campgrounds, setting up camp under towering trees and amidst rolling hills. The local geography, characterized by gently rolling hills, abundant waterways, and sprawling woodlands, creates a picturesque backdrop for any camping adventure. With abundant wildlife and stunning sunsets, Kinderhook, IL, is a perfect destination for all styles of camping—from recreational vehicles to tent setups and secluded retreats.
Graham Cave Campground is part of Graham Cave State Park in Missouri (51 min east of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 725 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 29 and 62 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. Fees range from $15.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Finger Lakes Campground is part of Finger Lakes State Park in Missouri (just 23 min north of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 718 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 81 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. 16 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, ice, flush toilets, 15 amp hookup, water sports rental. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, recreational shooting nearby.
Arrow Rock Campground is part of Arrow Rock State Park in Missouri (46 min west of Columbia, MO) with an elevation of 691 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 31 and 67 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. 35 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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.
Badger Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 52 and 73 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. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Coyote Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 49 and 69 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. 9 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Puma Campground is part of Mark Twain State Park in Missouri (1 hr 3 min southwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 677 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 62 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. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $41.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, playground, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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