Quiet enough that two separate reviewers noted the low noise level, Lake Alexander RV Park sits on 120 acres along the Kankakee River in Lake Village, Illinois, open from mid-April through mid-October. The terrain mixes wooded areas with more open ground, and the campground runs both tent and RV sites with full hookups including 30-amp and 50-amp electric service. Getting in requires navigating a rough access road, so drivers with low-clearance vehicles should plan accordingly.
Water access is a consistent draw. The Kankakee River is a five-minute walk from the sites, where campers have swum and fished. The wooded habitat along the riverbanks supports wildlife and native plants, giving the grounds a naturalistic feel without being remote. Sites are described as spacious, and the bathroom and shower facilities have drawn positive comments for cleanliness and upkeep.
The campground is family-owned and operated, and the owner, Chris, comes up repeatedly in reviews as a hands-on presence from booking through checkout. "The camp manager was very friendly and took me to my tent/electric site," noted one reviewer. Reservations are available and worth making, especially for summer weekends when sites can fill. Nightly rates run $33 to $43 depending on site type and amp service. Campers exploring campsites near Lake Village may also want to compare nearby options like Mac Finn's Landing to the southwest. Pack gear suited for river swimming if visiting in warmer months.
Description
Lake Alexander RV Park is a quiet, spacious, family-owned and operated campground located near Momence, Illinois, within a 1-hour drive of Chicago. The camp is 120 acres of natural beauty on the banks of the Kankakee River. The wooded habitat abounds with fish, wildlife, and native plants, and we offer many amenities for recreation and relaxation. The Kwak family has been serving our camping friends for over 50 years. Please join us for recreational vehicle camping in this scenic, peaceful, and friendly setting. We’re open April 15 to October 15, with sites available nightly through seasonal stays. Please explore our web pages, then contact or visit us if you have questions.
Fee Info
RV Overnight (includes electric and water) $40 (30-amp electric service) $43 (50-amp electric service)
Tent Overnight $33 (no electric) $36 (incl. electric)
Reservation Info
We accept cash, check, and credit cards (4% credit card fee). Call for reservations, 1 night deposit required. We’re unlikely to be able to host camping without a reservation. $15 surcharge for cancellations before 7 days of stay. Full deposit surcharge for cancellations within 7 days of stay
Local Firewood (harvested locally/on-site) $15/wheelbarrow
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Alexander RV Park is located in Illinois near Lake Village
Directions
We are located 1.5 miles east of Momence, Illinois, on state Route 114.
Coordinates
41.16132049386115 N
87.62756102436114 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 19 min from Kankakee, IL
- 1 hr 2 min from Chicago, IL
- 1 hr 13 min from Michigan City, IN
- 1 hr 14 min from Lafayette, IN
