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Kankakee South KOA

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Kankakee South KOA, near Chebanse, Illinois, is a solid choice for campers looking for a mix of comfort and outdoor fun. With options for tents, RVs, cabins, and even glamping, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned camper or just starting out.

The campground boasts full hookups and a clean pool that kids seem to love, even if it’s a bit chilly. Many visitors have highlighted the friendly staff and the convenience of ordering firewood and ice via text, making your stay a little easier. As one happy camper put it, “The campground was nice and clean... the price was very reasonable!”

For those who enjoy a bit of activity, there’s a game room and a playground geared towards younger kids, perfect for keeping the little ones entertained. The campground also offers a dog park, which is a nice touch for pet owners.

If you’re looking to explore, you’re just a short drive from Kankakee River, where you can kayak or enjoy other outdoor activities. While some campers mentioned that the sites can feel a bit close together, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming, making it a great spot for families and friends to gather. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Kankakee South KOA has the essentials to make your camping experience enjoyable.

Fee Info

Adults 18+, Kids 6-17, Free 0-5

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Location

Kankakee South KOA is located in Illinois

Directions

From jct I-57 (exit 308) & US 45/52: Go 3 mi S on US 45/52, then 1/2 mi E on CR 6000.

Address

425 East 6000 South Rd
Chebanse, IL 60922

Coordinates

41.04837465 N
87.85970481 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

Stay Connected

WiFi
Available
Verizon
Available
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin
Yurts

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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General Info

Reservations

Drive Time

1 min from Kankakee
57 min from Champaign
59 min from Chicago
1 hr 22 min from Michigan City

Joe B.

Legend

Reviewed Dec. 19, 2022

Nice park, good sites

We enjoyed our stay here, but I expect a KOA site to be a little cleaner. Not terrible, but there was trash at our site.

A little bit noisy from some cars and Quads racing up and down the road (not the highway, but the road near the KOA.

There was a game room with laundry attached, had plenty of room to visit with family during the rain.

Bathrooms were clean and had nice showers.

Nothing too fancy here but, it was an overall good experience.

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Month of VisitSeptember

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Jennifer D.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 21, 2022

Nice little campground!

The campground was nice and clean. Nothing super fancy but all the necessities were great and price was very reasonable! Pool was a bit chilly and small but very clean and the kiddos loved it. Playground was nice and geared toward smaller kids. Staff was friendly and very nice. Firewood, ice, etc. could be ordered via text and delivered. Trash pick up daily.

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Month of VisitJune

Jill T.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2021

Month to Month BEWARE!

December 2020, we toured this KOA Holiday in Kankakee, Illinois for a long-term stay.

We noticed a few trailers with a lot of junk piled all around their units. When we inquired about them, were were told that those people were being evicted and would be soon gone. Great, since our site was directly across the street from those.

Well, no one left, the junk remained.

There were other sites that had wooden cages, tables and other structures built on them. Clearly a violation of KOA written violations.

Anyway, we weren't buying the place, but an awful eyesore.

We couldn't find another site for a long way around. Without another good option, we checked in for an extended stay.

We became friends with a few of our neighbors. We began comparing our utility charges and found that we were all being charged different rates for electric and internet. When we asked for actual "electric bills" we were told there wasn't individual bills, charges were taken by the owners reading your meter, strange. "Some" of us were paying for internet. Our neighbors had the ability to move to another job site,, so they packed up and left.

Things aren't adding up.

We had nice site on the interior of a cul-de-sac, with a nice large open grassy space right behind us. It is one of the quietest and largest sites in an area, where most of us were staying long-term. After a few months, it became apparent that the owners had their favorite renters. The ones who had wooden structures, piles of junk and that were allowed to park their vehicles in areas that were designated "keep off the grass". Yep, that nice grassy area right behind our RV was where they parked their 2 vehicles, not utilizing their own parking spaces in front of their trailer. When we complained, we were told that we were welcome to park our second vehicle there also. However, when we parked our second vehicle in the same area, we were asked to leave.

As far as regular short-term camping, it's ok. It's older place with huge rotting trees, mostly dirt or gravel sites. The washers and dryers were nice in spring of 2021. The owners do a good job of "acting" nice and welcoming.

I would not recommend an extended monthly stay at this KOA HOLIDAY in Kankakee, Illinois.

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Month of VisitApril

Victoria G.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 19, 2020

Not good

Of all the KOA's so far on my journey was the worst. Not really the campground owners fault for the most part. Stayed on a Friday night, knowing I needed a rest in the trip, booked about 5 days in advance in app. First the camp store really had nothing, second there were some kind of car races until around 9:30, awful noise, third camper near by started banging inside the camper until 11:30! Everytime it would happen it would scare my dogs thinking someone was outside. People walking late at night shining lights towards others rvs around midnight. Needless to say no rest. Wouldn't stay there again.

Tim H.

Traveler

Reviewed Apr. 24, 2020

It’s an alright place to stay

I stayed here a couple times camping in a tent. It’s a quiet place, not much to do and very little exploring options. Right across the street is a landfill, but never smelled anything bad.

Debbie B.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 24, 2019

Nice enough for local camping

Many very nice permanent sites. We loved the dog park along with the many activities available. We come here at least once a year. Check out their information on their website.

If you want a quick local get away this is the place.

Marc W.

Legend

Reviewed Jun. 15, 2019

Fun little campground

Had a great time this weekend camping with my wife and two boys. We camp in an Hybrid trailer and really appreciated the price point with full hookups. Sites were decent size and had fire pits at each location. They had plastic picnic tables which where light to move and easy to clean. Decently quiet camp site with a pool for the kids to cool off made for an enjoyable weekend. Close to Kankakee and some of the other towns in the area for things to do. I would definitely come again to kayak on the Kankakee river. Unfortunately the water levels where too high for this trip as warnings had been issued

Harrison Z.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 3, 2019

Just another weekend :)

Small campground but very friendly. A plus was the full hookups. The sights are very close together. Management is not over bearing and very friendly. Dog friendly lots of dogs this weekend nice size dog park! You overall great weekend

Tracy C.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

Fun friendly campground

We go camping here often because it is close to home. The owners are so wonderful, their staff is super accommodating. The campground is clean and all the campers, seasonal or non seasonal are so nice & friendly. We always go in October on one of their Halloween weekends a just have a blast. They provide scheduled activities, nightly movies, haunted hay rack rides and the owners even offer up a free dinner! We have never once have had any issues at this place and is one if our favorites!

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Month of VisitOctober