Established Camping
Illinois and Michigan Canal
The Illinois and Michigan Canal camping area near Joliet, IL, features flat terrain with a mix of grass and wooded areas. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal Trail and the Joliet Iron Works Park, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring local history.
Description
Backpack carry-in is allowed at designated sites along the 61 mile trail. Tent and youth group camping are also available at Channahon and Gebhard Woods. Open fires are permitted in camp stoves and fire pits provided at the sites. Permits must be obtained from the park offices prior to camping.
Call the park office for location of these sites. Class D sites are for tent camping or primitive sites (walk-in or backpack) with no vehicular access.
Location
Illinois and Michigan Canal is located in Illinois
Coordinates
41.485487 N
88.163844 W
Drive Time
- 35 min from Chicago
- 45 min from Kankakee
- 1 hr 10 min from Michigan City
- 1 hr 27 min from Rockford
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Pets
- Fires
