Paddlers and anglers have a natural home base at Fox Den Campground, which sits closer to the boat dock and concession stand than any other camping area in Chain O'Lakes State Park. Seven interconnected lakes and their tributaries make kayaking and canoeing the defining draw here, and boat rentals are available on-site. The camp store near the docks carries food, gear, and fishing supplies, so you can resupply without leaving the park.
Sites at Fox Den are spaced farther apart than those at neighboring Prairie View — Chain O' Lakes State Park, and most are tucked against trees on multiple sides, giving a degree of separation that reviewers consistently note. Pads run fairly level. Each site has its own electric post, a practical advantage over the shared posts found at Honeysuckle Hollow. The bathhouse, shared with two nearby non-electric campgrounds, sits centrally and draws repeated mentions for cleanliness, though a few visitors note it could use more frequent attention during busy summer weekends.
Fox Den sits near the far end of the park's campground loop, which contributes to the lower foot traffic on surrounding trails. One trail just past the playground entrance is easy to miss: as Art S. puts it, "keep going straight even though it will look like you are just walking into trees." Rangers enforce quiet hours, and multiple reviewers mention the campground settles down noticeably at night.
Planning ahead matters here. Electric hookup sites fill quickly on summer weekends, and Turner Lake South — Chain O' Lakes State Park nearby can absorb overflow if Fox Den books out. Reservations are available and strongly recommended for Friday and Saturday arrivals between May and September. Alcohol is prohibited throughout Illinois State Parks, including on individual sites. Water is available at central stations throughout the loop, with a dump station located on the exit road.
Campers who want electric hookups, water access, and room to move around without driving far from the Chicago area will find Fox Den worth a return visit.
Fee Info
Chain O’Lakes has Class A-Premium areas (Honey Suckle Hollow and Fox Den) with a total of 151 sites. Sites are for $25 per night, except on Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day weekends when the fee is $35 per night. Three Class B-Premium camp areas (Turner Lake South, Prairie View and Mud Lake East) have a total of 87 sites for $12 each per night. One youth group camp area (Mud Lake West) will accommodate 150 youths with a fee of $2 per person (minimum $20 per night). Maximum stay at campsites is 14 nights in a 30 day period. A responsible adult (18 years of age or older) acquiring a permit must have a camp shelter and set up at the time of registration. All campers must have a permit (receipt for payment). Gathering of firewood from the park is strictly prohibited. Alcohol is prohibited in the campgrounds.
Reservation Info
Reservations are available for camp sites and youth groups and shelters. A non-refundable reservation fee of $5 plus camping fee is required to reserve campsites and youth groups. Shelters are $25, non-refundable. Reservations are accepted at www.reserveamerica.com
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Map & DirectionsFox Den Campground is located in Illinois near Spring Grove
Public CampgroundCoordinates
42.44365247 N
88.18670067 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/14/26
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- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 33 min from Kenosha, WI
- 44 min from Racine, WI
- 56 min from Janesville, WI
- 1 hr from Milwaukee, WI
