Where Illinois farmland meets wooded creek bottom, Goatland sits on forested terrain with open areas scattered throughout. The walk-in campground requires carrying gear from parking areas, though the exact distance varies by site. Creek access provides water recreation opportunities, while the mixed terrain offers both shaded and sunny camping spots.
Sites run $35-55 per night and include standard amenities like restrooms, showers, and drinking water. Campfires are permitted with firewood available on-site. Cell service reaches the area, and alcohol is allowed. Reservations help secure preferred dates during busy periods. For different camping styles, Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area provides drive-up sites with lake access.
Description
It's not a huge place, but the goats, sheep, and a very bossy donkey will keep you company as you bake in the sun, or read under a tree by the creek. Close hwy access, but far enough from that, and in most cases the house, to afford privacy. This is a working farm.
I have several locations for campers based upon multiple factors like weather, phase of hay growth, whether you have kids, want sun or shade, or animals in your space. I limit the number of people here at one time - there is only one bathroom.
We're happy to have you, to answer any questions you may have, and to introduce you to the animals. We mind our own business unless you need something. If you require a lot of attention, manicured lawns, electrical service at your site, a grill at your disposal, and parking at your tent, you probably wouldn't be happy here, but if you like animals, quiet, and open space, we may be just what you're looking for.
Reasonable driving distance to Le-Aqua-Na, Apple River Canyon, Krape and Read Parks, Cadiz Springs, Pecatonica Forest Preserve, and Head Gates Park. About an hour from the Mississippi to the southwest, Galena to the west. There's also a popular walking/biking trail less than 5 mins away.
We are a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks.
Lambs are born in March. Kids are born in April or May. Most are gone, or mature enough to be less fun, by Oct.
Contact me with any inquiries, or questions.
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Map & DirectionsGoatland is located in Illinois near Orangeville
Directions
Blue rooves on the bldgs, cow on the barn.
Coordinates
42.420759272872374 N
89.63779649624844 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
Drive Time
- 37 min from Rockford, IL
- 54 min from Janesville, WI
- 1 hr 4 min from Madison, WI
- 1 hr 14 min from Dubuque, IA





