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Friends Creek Campground

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Friends Creek Campground, near Cisco, Illinois, is a cozy spot that’s perfect for a relaxing getaway. With spacious sites and well-kept amenities, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy nature.

The campground boasts clean bathhouses and pit toilets, which visitors have praised for their upkeep. Campers love the friendly camp host who often checks in and even brings treats for the kids. As one happy camper put it, “The fire pits are well kept, and we had a blast hiking and playing in the creek.”

If you’re looking to stretch your legs, there are trails nearby that offer a chance to explore the lush greenery that makes this area so special. The campground is also equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, making it easy to gather around for meals or evening chats under the stars.

Families will appreciate the playground at the park entrance and the pavilion available for rent, perfect for hosting gatherings. With a peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained grounds, Friends Creek Campground is a fantastic choice for anyone wanting to escape the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re camping in a tent, RV, or trying out glamping, you’ll find a welcoming spot here.

Description

Take a break from it all without breaking your wallet by camping at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Pitch a tent and spend a night under the stars or hook up your camper to one of the electric sites. Friends Creek Campground is a quiet place to relax, explore nature, and spend time with family and friends. Open May 1 – November 1.

Campground includes electric and non-electric sites, showers, flush toilets, and a dump station.

Daily fees for electric sites are $17 for Macon County residents and $20 for non-residents. Non-electric sites are $10 for Macon County residents and $12 for non-residents. A large group campsite is also available for $25/night for up to 25 people, and $1/night for each additional person up to 60. There is a $5 non-refundable reservation fee for all campsites.

Complete campground information and rules.
Reserve your campsite by calling 217-423-7708 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm). There is a $5 non-refundable reservation fee.
Weekend reservations must be made by that Thursday at 3pm.
Minimum 2-night stay for holiday weekends (Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Forth of July).

Fee Info

Fees vary depending on residency. See details on the website.

Reservation Info

Non refundable $5 reservation fee via phone.

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Location

Friends Creek Campground is located in Illinois

Detail location of campground

Directions

From jct I-72 (Argenta exit) & CR 25: Go 2 mi N on CR 25, then 2-1/2 mi NE on Hwy 48, then 2 mi N on County Park Rd. 13734 Friends Creek Park Road Cisco, IL 61830

Address

13734 Friends Creek Park Road
Cisco, IL 61830

Coordinates

40.02954808 N
88.78264097 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jul. 7, 2024

Clean, spacious sites, nice amenities

Friends Creek is a small campground with nice spacious sites and super clean bathhouses and pit toilets. The fire pits are well kept and the camp host was very kind! He came around with suckers for the kids and just to check in. We hiked a bit on the trails and played in the creek. Highly recommend.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by Sara W., July 7, 2024
  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by Sara W., July 7, 2024
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Reviewed May. 20, 2022

Green Paradise

The best kept secret in Argenta, Illinois. We’re from Arizona and the lush green makes me speechless. The camp spaces are spaced far apart for privacy. The bathroom and showers are immaculate. We can’t say enough about Friends Creek.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by jere T., May 20, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 31, 2020

Quiet. Clean. Relaxing!

We are so fortunate to have this campground in our back yard - only 20 minutes away. The host is super friendly and accommodating, the bathhouse and flushing toilets were always clean, and with it being a smaller campground it was always quiet. They said they clean and sanitize the bathrooms daily and I believe it.

They keep it well maintained and the grounds manicured, cutting down in bugs quite a bit. I loved that between some of the camp sites, they left a patch of prairie to act as a privacy barrier. If you camp on the west side, towards the open prairie, you’ll have a great breeze most of the day!

There is a playground at the park entrance, pavilion for rent to host parties, and trails both on the camping side and across the road near the historic Bethel School House. You can walk down along the river bank for shade or on the mowed path within the open prairie.

We quickly fell in love with Friend’s Creek and will definitely be back.

  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by Lisa S., July 31, 2020
  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by Lisa S., July 31, 2020
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Reviewed Aug. 29, 2019

Quick getaway

Great camp host!  Bathrooms are ok.  This is a small campground and park.  Never had a bad time here!

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Friends Creek Campground by Rhonda W., August 29, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Friends Creek Campground?

    Camping at Friends Creek Campground can cost between $10.00 and $25.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Friends Creek Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Friends Creek Campground has 30 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Friends Creek Campground?

    Friends Creek Campground allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Friends Creek Campground?

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

  • Is there cell phone reception at Friends Creek Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is fair.