Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Damascus, IL
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of central Illinois, Damascus offers a variety of camping options to suit every outdoor enthusiast's needs. For RV lovers, nearby Kankakee River State Park provides spacious sites with restroom facilities, picnic areas, and picturesque views of the Kankakee River, perfect for fishing and kayaking. Tent campers can explore the rustic charm of Shawnee National Forest, where secluded campsites invite you to immerse yourself in nature's tranquility and witness stunning vistas and diverse wildlife. If you're seeking a true back-to-nature experience, dispersed camping is allowed in select areas of the nearby Mark Twain National Forest, offering the opportunity to pitch your tent away from the crowds and embrace the serene beauty of the Illinois woodlands. The region’s rolling hills, lush forests, and clear waterways create a perfect backdrop for hiking, birdwatching, and star-gazing. With its diverse camping options, Damascus, IL, is a fantastic destination for those looking to reconnect with nature and relish the great outdoors.
Blackhawk Park Campground in Crawford County is located 39 min south of La Crosse, WI with an elevation of 628 feet. There are a total of 73 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 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. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $26.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Dunewood Campground in Porter County is located just 15 min west of Michigan City, IN with an elevation of 624 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. 53 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 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 with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets.
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.
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