Established Camping
Camp Bullfrog Lake
Camp Bullfrog Lake, near Willow Springs, Illinois, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, making it suitable for all kinds of campers.
You’ll find well-kept grounds with amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and electric hookups, perfect for a cozy evening under the stars. Many visitors rave about the beautiful views of the lake and the surrounding nature, with one camper noting, “You wake up with a beautiful view and birds singing.”
For those who enjoy activities, there are hiking trails nearby and opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The campground is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure. While some campers mentioned that the bathroom facilities could use some improvement, others appreciated the cleanliness of the showers and restrooms.
If you’re looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Camp Bullfrog Lake is a solid choice. With its scenic views and variety of activities, it’s a great place to unwind and reconnect with nature.
Description
County
Camp just steps from the water in the heart of the vast, hilly Palos Preserves. Camp Bullfrog Lake offers year-round camping, group activities and water-based recreation such as canoe rentals and fishing. Just around the corner from Maple Lake’s boathouse and the Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, it’s also a perfect launching pad for hiking, mountain biking and birdwatching adventures on Palos’ 50-plus miles of trails.
Reservation Info
Availability: Open year-round—closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day
Reserve In Person
Visit 536 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The camper applying for a reservation must be 18 years or older to reserve a campsite and 21 years or older to reserve a cabin.
Reservations made less than 48 hours in advance cannot be made online. Please call the campgrounds directly.
You may book up to 6 consecutive nights.
Campground capacities are as follows:
Tent Campsite: 6 people
RV/Tent Campsite (With Electricity): 6 people
Small Cabin: 8 people
Large Cabin: 10 people
Small Bunkhouse: 16 people
Large Bunkhouse: 36 people
Maximum length of RV/Popup or Camper cannot exceed 40 feet at applicable campgrounds.
Location
Camp Bullfrog Lake is located in Illinois
Address
9600 Wolf Rd
Willow Springs, IL 60480
Coordinates
41.70952512 N
87.90333967 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations