Frakers Grove Farm in Illinois offers a camping experience surrounded by flat, open farmland. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the scenic Illinois River and the historic town of Peoria, which features museums and parks.

Frakers Grove Farm has been part of my family since the 1980s, but its history extends back to 1828 when Michael Fraker arrived and negotiated a peaceful settlement with the local Native American tribes, becoming the first settler in North Eastern Knox County. His grave, along with those of approximately 26 relatives and friends, is located on the property.

Camp on a 250-acre farm in Western Illinois, featuring a 1.5-acre pond stocked with Blue Gill, Crappie, Wide Mouth Bass, Catfish, and resident Grass Carp, plus a small creek. The property also has trails and abundant wildlife, including deer, American river otters, beavers, geese, wood ducks, and raccoons. A Jon boat is available for use on the pond.

We offer 1 Walk-in Camp Site and 1 Drive-In Site by the pond, each with a fire ring. RV camping is currently in a trial phase; your feedback is invaluable. This area provides primitive wooded camping behind and around the pond, with the RV site located next to the pole barn. Note: The RV site listing is not normally active, so please reach out in advance if interested. Guest WiFi is available near the buildings.

Assistance with transporting tents and supplies to and from the campsite on check-in and check-out days is available upon request.

Facilities include a Porta Potty and potable water from a yard hydrant, both located near the Pole Barn.

NOTE: This is an active farm with considerable activity involving heavy machinery during the spring and fall. We currently have chickens and are taking a break from pigs. The newly established pasture is expected to yield grass hay this year to help fund new fencing, a preparatory step for introducing cows.

Frakers Grove Farm

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Ashley here with The Dyrt! I'm happy to welcome this partner to our platform. You'll be situated on 250 acres. This is primitive camping situated near the pond. Check out the animals and relax on this beautiful homestead. Try them out and leave a review here!

2 Walk In Campsites on Farm

This place is amazing!!! Dennis is a great host and one of the nicest people you'll meet. Our site by the pond is fantastic. Listening to the birds and frogs as you sit by the fire is perfect. The stars at night are pretty special also. I highly recommend a trip to the farm. I can't say enough about this place. Perfect is a good start. 

Memories 

Absolutely great place to come safe for a weekend. It was very quiet here. The red-winged blackbirds are very active in the cattails. Fishing is amazing. 

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