Hononegah Forest Preserve
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2024

Primitive Camping @ Its Finest Near IL / WI Border

As my post from a bit more than a year ago provided quite a bit of detail on this campground, I’m following up on that review by sharing more fotos as well as providing a topline update:

Highlights: (1) Great kayaking in nearby Rock River; (2) Supreme amount of peace & quiet; (3) Nearby restaurants like Pizza Ranch, Dairyhäus, Jessica’s Restaurant and Louie’s Tap House; (4) Sites are spacious, flat and nicely shaded; (5) Ample space at each of the individual sites; (6) Incredibly affordable at $13 / night for residents and $23 / night for visitors; and (7) More than 200 acres of trails to hike and explore the outstanding natural outcrops

Lowlights: (1) There are very few amenities here beyond the restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings and wood for sale; (2) There is nothing nearby to either stock up on supplies or grab a bite to eat (20 minutes away), so when you come here, bring everything with you that you’ll need; (3) pit toilets and no showers; and (4) Depending upon what time of year you come, there’s sparse foliage, which decreases the privacy you might be looking for

Happy Camping!

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  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Hononegah Forest Preserve by Stuart K., December 26, 2024
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