Fort Massac State Park Campground, near Metropolis, Illinois, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of history. Nestled along the Ohio River, this campground offers spacious sites that are perfect for both RVs and tents, making it a versatile spot for all types of campers.

The campground features clean facilities, including a new bathhouse with private bathrooms and showers, which visitors have praised for their upkeep. Many campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, even when the park is busy, with one reviewer noting, “This campground is nice and clean.” You’ll find picnic tables and fire rings at your site, ideal for evening gatherings under the stars.

For those who want to stretch their legs, there are bike trails winding through the woods and access to the river for some scenic views. The park also has a playground for kids, ensuring that families have plenty to keep them entertained. Just be aware that some areas can get muddy after rain, so plan accordingly.

While the park has its quirks, like some signage issues, the overall experience is enhanced by the friendly vibe and the natural beauty surrounding you. Whether you're here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Fort Massac State Park Campground offers a welcoming spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

Fort Massac State Park Campground

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Surprisingly quiet surroundings. Well maintained spacious campgrounds for tent and RV. Two short trails and a museum to visit along with some nice views of the Ohio River. One snag, in 2011 the buildings of the fort were damaged and the area is still fenced off awaiting repair. They still have reenactments.

All that and Superman too...

This this is a great camping area overlooking the Ohio River. The sunrise in the sunsets are absolutely beautiful over the river as they outline the bridge stretching across the river. There is not a lot of barge traffic.

Quiet, spacious, very nice

Large mostly shaded sites. Nice visitor center but only the first Saturday each month. Nice bike trail through the woods.

Very nice. Large sites.

Overwhelming smell of dead fish that are laying aplenty on the shores of Ohio Rv. as there is no staff to clean up.  Add to this general malaise of zero maintenance mowing or repairing decrepid sites and you get the picture.  Did have 30 amp to drive my AC that covered the sound of the work crew that stared at 7 AM.


zero maintenance run down smelly

This state park has large sites.  It is easy access from the highway and a nice quiet spot for the night.  There is a new bath house with nice, private bathrooms/shower combinations.  The roads are paved and some of the sites are gravel.  There are 30 and 50 amp sites, no water or sewer at the campsite.  However, There is a dump station on site and potable water at spigots throughout the park.
There is an on-line reservation system, but you have to make reservations 3 days in advance.  We just showed up and the camp host helped us find a site.  Other campers showed up late and found their own site.  Site reservations are posted on a pole by each site.  Find one without a reservation and the site is yours.

There are areas in the park that get pretty muddy when it rains.

There is a nice large area for tent campers.

There is a new playground area for the kiddos.

The campsites are close to the river and has access to the river.

Beware that signage is poor and we had trouble finding the correct entrance, it is NOT the entrance by the fort and visitor center.

Big rig friendly /Easy access

This campground is nice and clean. It was pretty busy when we went but still peaceful. Bathrooms are also nice. I will definitely be back! 

Nice campground 

Nice little park on the side of a small town in metropolis, Illinois 

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