Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near East St. Louis, IL
Nestled just across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, East St. Louis, IL, offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a natural escape. For those looking for RV camping, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site features spacious sites with stunning views of ancient Native American earthworks, allowing visitors to connect with both history and nature. Tent campers can enjoy serene settings at nearby Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area, where lush woodlands and riverfront campsites provide the ideal backdrop for a weekend of fishing and hiking. If you crave a more rustic experience, explore the dispersed camping sites in the Shawnee National Forest, located just a couple of hours away, where you can stake your tent in secluded spots amidst stunning rock formations and wildlife. This region is characterized by its rolling hills, rich biodiversity, and proximity to the Mississippi River, making it a perfect spot for outdoor adventure. Whether you're an RV road tripper, a casual tent camper, or a wilderness explorer, East St. Louis and its surroundings offer camping experiences tailored to every type of adventurer.
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.
Sam A. Baker Campground is part of Sam A. Baker State Park in Missouri (56 min south of Farmington, MO) with an elevation of 406 feet. There are a total of 194 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 77 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. 139 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, dump station, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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