Apple River Canyon
John W.
Reviewed Jul. 4, 2020

Great first camping experience

We tent camped at site 37. This site has a nice mix of shade and sun and the back had a water faucet. There is a trail that works it’s way through the back of the sites. The sites are a bit close together and separation is sometimes sparse. Restrooms are pits and well maintained stocked with TP. No showers on site. One loop of the tent sites are able to be reserved and the other loop is first come, first served. There are short trails with some steep climbs, not wide paths so bring bug spray and tick tools! The river that cuts through is small but picturesque. Picnic areas are plentiful near the water. Caught two tiny bass and a trout. No firewood on site, but multiple homes on the drive in had $5 self serve bundles for sale. This site is a dark skies site, so if it’s not overcast or full moon there is some good stargazing. AT&T cell service is mostly nonexistent in camp, but kicks in as you head out, so plan your research ahead of time. Attached are some shots of some sites from the road

  • Review photo of Apple River Canyon by John W., July 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Apple River Canyon by John W., July 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Apple River Canyon by John W., July 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Apple River Canyon by John W., July 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Apple River Canyon by John W., July 4, 2020