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Bean Ridge Pond Campground

Bean Ridge Pond Campground is located in Shawnee National Forest, IL, featuring flat terrain with dense forest surroundings. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Garden of the Gods, known for its unique rock formations, and the Little Grand Canyon, offering scenic hiking trails.

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Location

Bean Ridge Pond Campground is located in Illinois

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Coordinates

37.24981869 N
89.3778944 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2024

Nice private locationl

There are only two camp site at this location and they are very close to each other. The camp sites are also very narrow. We camped in the lower site and had a difficult time getting everything out of the road.

On the positive side, the site was clean, there was nobody there over the weekend and there was a humming bird. The pond had lots of frogs and and a few fish.

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  • Review photo of Bean Ridge Pond Campground by Kevin C., July 14, 2024
  • Review photo of Bean Ridge Pond Campground by Kevin C., July 14, 2024
  • Review photo of Bean Ridge Pond Campground by Kevin C., July 14, 2024
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2020

Free, primitive campground, loud partiers

Got here on a Saturday night in late September and both of the campsites were available. Campsites consist of a clearing with a fire pit and a picnic table. No litter. No toilets. Very slow and spotty AT&T service: I was able to text but not access the Internet. The area is very pretty. Soft ground for staking a tent. Bugs were alright, no need for bug spray. There’s water access at the pond, but it’s obviously stagnant and very brackish. Big downside was a convoy of Jeeps full of partiers rolled down to the pond at 12:30am and hung out down there blasting music for an hour, which is a real sleep ruiner. This might be a local party spot, so be aware and maybe pack earplugs if you’re coming on a weekend. Upside is that it’s in a National Forest, so if both sites are taken, you can always dispersed camp

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2020

Solitude

Small little pond with 2 primitive campsites. It's very quiet and peaceful. Some signs of litter, but mostly clean. Saw a few deer during my stay. No facilities, pack in-pack out. 1/2 mile gravel road leads to sites. Should be accessible by cars, vans, and small motorhomes/trailers.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Bean Ridge Pond Campground?

    Bean Ridge Pond Campground is located at 690 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Bean Ridge Pond Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bean Ridge Pond Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Bean Ridge Pond Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bean Ridge Pond Campground does not have wifi.