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Buck Ridge Campground

Buck Ridge Campground is located near Ozark in the Shawnee National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of hardwoods and rolling hills. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Garden of the Gods, known for its unique rock formations, and the River to River Trail, offering extensive hiking opportunities.

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Buck Ridge Campground is located in Illinois

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37.58100062 N
88.88400036 W

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1 Review

Reviewed Feb. 4, 2020

Closed (2019) but may open again

The drive quickly takes you down smaller and smaller roads. We didn’t see campground signs but there are small signs pointing the way to the Egyptian Hills Recreation area. Seeing a couple pyramids by mailboxes enticed us to continue. Online reviews said it was a good camp. 

The road is deceptively smooth. Ruts and water crossings appear suddenly. The creek looks like it overflowed. This is why I’m assuming that they will reopen. 

We drove until the locked gate kept us out. The area looks wooded and beautiful. It’s a spot to check out when they open again.

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  • Review photo of Buck Ridge Campground by Art S., February 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Buck Ridge Campground by Art S., February 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Buck Ridge Campground by Art S., February 4, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is there cell phone reception at Buck Ridge Campground?

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