Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Shorewood, IL
Shorewood, IL, perfectly nestled along the scenic banks of the Des Plaines River, offers a diverse range of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV travelers, the nearby McKinley Woods Nature Preserve features spacious sites equipped with modern amenities, providing the perfect base to explore the lush, wooded landscapes and nearby trails. Tent campers can find solace at Catfish Junction, where picturesque fishing spots and shaded picnic areas create a serene escape surrounded by nature. For those seeking a more rustic experience, dispersed camping is available throughout the adjacent Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where you can immerse yourself in the vast open spaces and unique ecosystem of native grasses and wildlife. Whether you prefer the comfort of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the adventure of dispersed camping, Shorewood's natural beauty and variety of options cater to every camping style. Enjoy hiking, fishing, and birdwatching as you connect with nature in this tranquil corner of Will County, just a short drive from Chicago.
Hardin Ridge Campground is located in the Brownstown Ranger District, Hoosier National Forest (30 min southeast of Bloomington, IN) with an elevation of 787 feet. There are a total of 195 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 149 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 14 sites have electric and water hookups. 70 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Dunewood Campground is part of Indiana Dunes National Park in Indiana (54 min west of South Bend, IN) with an elevation of 624 feet. Dunewood Campground is rated 4.4 stars from 995 reviews. 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, dump station, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, and flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
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.
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.
Kickapoo State Recreation Area Campground is part of Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Illinois (35 min east of Champaign, IL) with an elevation of 633 feet. There are a total of 180 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 179 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 50 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. 97 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, sports, floating sports.
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