Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Ware, IL
Nestled in the heart of southern Illinois, Ware offers a myriad of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the region's natural beauty. For RV travelers, the nearby Little Peoria Campground provides well-maintained sites with electric hookups and easy access to local attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding Shawnee National Forest. Tent campers will find tranquility at Carter Caves State Resort Park, where serene sites are surrounded by towering trees and scenic vistas, perfect for stargazing and wildlife watching. For a more secluded experience, consider the dispersed camping options available within the Shawnee National Forest, where you can pitch your tent amidst the rugged hills and vibrant foliage, offering a true escape into nature. The geography of the area, characterized by rolling hills, lush woodlands, and meandering streams, creates not only breathtaking views but also opportunities for hiking and fishing. Unwind in this hidden gem of Illinois, where the great outdoors awaits just beyond the quaint town of Ware.
Big Spring Campground in Carter County is located 1 hr 44 min southwest of Farmington, MO with an elevation of 453 feet. There are a total of 132 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 119 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 76 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. 29 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $140.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Redman Creek Campground in Wayne County is located 1 hr 10 min southwest of Cape Girardeau, MO with an elevation of 419 feet. There are a total of 101 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 87 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. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, swimming, restroom, 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.
Columbus Belmont Campground is part of Columbus Belmont State Park in Kentucky (2 hrs 12 min west of Clarksville, TN) with an elevation of 418 feet. Columbus Belmont Campground is rated 3.0 stars from 2 reviews. There are a total of 35 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 48 and 53 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. 10 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 25 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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