Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Cowden, IL
Nestled in the heart of central Illinois, Cowden offers a charming backdrop for an array of camping experiences, catering to enthusiasts of RV, tent, and dispersed camping alike. For RV campers, Lake Shelbyville Campgrounds is a top choice, featuring full-hookup sites and easy access to the picturesque 11,100-acre Lake Shelbyville, perfect for fishing, boating, and bird watching amidst the tranquil wooded areas. Tent campers can enjoy the serene ambiance at Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area, where primitive campsites are set along the river, providing a rustic experience amid lush landscapes and abundant wildlife. Adventurous souls seeking solitude will appreciate the dispersed camping opportunities within the nearby Shawnee National Forest, where you can immerse yourself in Illinois’ natural beauty surrounded by rolling hills and striking limestone features. No matter your choice, the area's accessible trails, vibrant flora, and diverse fauna offer an unforgettable experience just outside the city limits of Cowden. With its blend of scenic waterways, wooded terrain, and the welcoming spirit of local communities, Cowden is an ideal destination for all camping enthusiasts looking to reconnect with nature.
Ray Behrens Campground in Monroe County is located 55 min southwest of Quincy, IL with an elevation of 687 feet. There are a total of 166 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of March to mid November. 165 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 107 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 60 sites have electric and water hookups. 106 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Gun Creek Campground in Franklin County is located 49 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 472 feet. There are a total of 100 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of November. 99 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 25 sites have electric and water hookups. 74 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
North Sandusky Campground in Franklin County is located 53 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 453 feet. There are a total of 97 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 23 sites have electric and water hookups. 74 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
South Sandusky Campground in Franklin County is located 49 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 483 feet. There are a total of 127 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. 119 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 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. 89 sites have electric and water hookups. 30 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Frank Russell Campground in Monroe County is located 49 min southwest of Quincy, IL with an elevation of 696 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. 65 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 85 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. 56 sites have electric and water hookups. 16 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
South Marcum Campground in Franklin County is located 51 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 437 feet. There are a total of 160 campsites including 14 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to mid November. 146 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 94 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 46 sites have electric and water hookups. 100 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Shagbark Group Area in Franklin County is located 53 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 453 feet. The site is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. Prices start at $175.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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