Silva Campground

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Reservations are available at Silva Campground, a county-managed site within Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near campsites near Illinois City. Access comes by both road and boat, with a ramp and docks on Lake George putting water-based arrivals within reach of the main facilities. Sites are primitive and non-electric, though water hookups are on-site alongside flush toilets, showers, a playground, picnic area, and pavilion. Pets and alcohol are permitted. Nearby options include Loud Thunder Forest Preserve- White Oak Campground for campers who want to compare layouts before booking.

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Map & DirectionsSilva Campground is located in Illinois near Illinois City

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Coordinates

41.42892082 N
90.82320055 W

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Connectivity

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    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Connectivity

Presented byT-MobileT-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoorsLearn More
  • signal strength bars
    T-MobileLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 6/21/26
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups

Contact

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Reviewed Aug. 31, 2018

Nice County Campground on east shore Lake George

Primitive campsites (non-electric) surrounded by natural area with access to a boat ramp and docks on Lake George, flush toilets, water access, playground, picnic area, and pavilion.

SiteEast shore tent site
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Silva Campground by James M., August 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Silva Campground by James M., August 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Silva Campground by James M., August 31, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Silva Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Silva Campground has water hookups.

Are fires allowed at Silva Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Silva Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Silva Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, some coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.