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Bear Branch Campground

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Bear Branch Campground is located near Eddyville, IL, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the low 30s in winter to the high 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods, offering hiking and sightseeing opportunities.

Location

Bear Branch Campground is located in Illinois

Detail location of campground

Directions

Come up the hill office is in tack shop

Coordinates

37.49073265 N
88.59556436 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Yurts
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Oct. 19, 2021

CAUTION! CRAP CAMPGROUND. Can I give a negative star review?

What an absolute craphole. We rented the Wrangler cabin for 2 nights, the cabin(single-wide trailer) looked as if it it was placed in the 1980's and has never been touched. The floor in the cabin was soft(rotted), they had about 3 or 4 stick in air freshners in the cabin, so many that both my wife and I got a headache as soon as we walked in. We took them out, then after about an hour the smell that they were covering started to show up, musty, moldy smell. The furniture in the place I am sure they found on the side of the street. Broken tables, the one couch in the place was full of sweat stains, the beds were so soft and old, felt like sleeping in a bowl. The so-called microwave in the kitchen had food cooked in it. The black stuff near the air vents on the ceiling of the cabin is not dust, pretty sure its mold. There are water stains all over the ceiling. The cabin has stairs at both end of the front, the one end looks to be an old set of plastic pool stairs, that are busted. The floor in the bathroom was actually a sub-flooring, without flooring on top of it. IT IS A DUMP. Health and human services needs to go out and condemn this place. If you have dogs with you, and keep them on a leash, don't worry, they will have plenty of friends to play with, as there are loose dogs all over the place, we counted about 12. Like I said, we rented it for 2 nights, left first thing in the morning after the first night. I spent a lot of time in the Army, and slept in some bad spots before, this place is worse. Glad I got some money back. I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND THIS PLACE, not even to someone I don't like!

SiteWrangler Cabin
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Aug. 12, 2018

Everything you need

Under new ownership buy many cabins from 40 a night on up nice shower houses electric sewer and water at a lot of sites great trails well marked maps available stalls available store and restaurant to reopen

SiteBehind store
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Bear Branch Campground by Alicia  B., August 12, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

What do reviews say about Bear Branch Campground?

Bear Branch Campground offers a variety of accommodation options including multiple cabins starting at $40 per night. The facility features well-marked trails with maps available, and many campsites offer full hookups with electric, sewer, and water. The campground includes shower houses and has a store and restaurant (though availability may vary seasonally). While some areas of the campground maintain good facilities, others might need maintenance or updates. Experiences can vary significantly depending on which accommodations you select, so it's advisable to check current conditions before booking.

Are there dedicated horse facilities at Bear Branch Campground?

Yes, Bear Branch Campground has dedicated horse facilities. Stalls are available for campers bringing horses. The campground also features well-marked trails that would be suitable for horseback riding. For current availability and pricing of horse stalls, it's recommended to contact the campground directly before your visit to ensure the facilities meet your specific equestrian needs.

Where can I find photos of Bear Branch Campground?

Photos of Bear Branch Campground can be found on The Dyrt's campground page, which includes user-submitted images showing cabins, campsites, and facilities. You might also check the official campground website or social media pages if they maintain one. For the most current visual information, contact the campground directly as they may have updated photos of their facilities, especially if they've made recent improvements to the property.