Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Crescent, IL
Discover the stunning outdoor experiences near Crescent, IL, where nature's beauty meets diverse camping options suited for every adventurer. For RV enthusiasts, the Crescent Lake Campground offers spacious sites with convenient amenities, making it the perfect home base for exploring the picturesque landscape filled with lush forests and sparkling lakes. Tent campers will relish the primitive sites at the nearby Shawnee National Forest, where towering hardwoods and serene creeks provide a tranquil setting for pitching a tent and reconnecting with nature. For a more rugged experience, try dispersed camping in the forested areas of the Mark Twain National Forest, where you can choose your own secluded spot, surrounded by the stunning natural geography of rolling hills and winding rivers. With its close proximity to the striking Mississippi River, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy fishing, hiking, and kayaking, all while taking in the breathtaking views of the Illinois countryside. Whether you prefer the comfort of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the wilderness of dispersed camping, Crescent, IL, promises a memorable adventure for all nature lovers.
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.
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