Main Brother's Campground

Municipal-owned Main Brother's Campground operates 19 gravel sites in Karnak, with both water and electric hookups alongside full hookup options. The facility sits two minutes from town and connects directly to the Tunnel Hill bike trails, which extend in both directions from the campground. Sites cost $10-24 per night with reservation availability.

The campground provides basic amenities including a dump station, though restroom facilities consist of portable units rather than permanent buildings. Mosquitoes can be prominent during warmer months. For additional camping options in the region, campers can explore places to camp around Karnak.

Fee Info

Primitive Camping: Single tents are $10.00 or double for $15.00 1 tent can include a family of 4! $1.00/each for additional person

Tent Camping with electric: Single tents are $21.00 or double for $26.00 1 tent can include a family of 4! $1.00/each for additional person

RV Parking with electric hookup: $21.00

​RV parking with electric and sewage hookup: $24.00

​Add 2 tents to an RV site: $5 each (maximum of 2 tents)

Reservation Info

For Reservations please email/call the office of the Village of Karnak at karnakvillagehall@gmail.com or 618-634-9311. If no one is available please leave your name, number, the time you would wish to stay with us and if you are looking for RV or tent camping. Someone will call you on the next business day!

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Location

Public Campground

Main Brother's Campground is located in Illinois

Detail location of campground

Address

186 Sawmill Road
IL

Coordinates

37.29565 N
88.97271 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2023

Wonderful Little Campground

Well maintained little city campground,  Reasonable cost: 19 gravel sites, some W/E some FU.  Town 2 minutes away. We stayed a week in August.  The Tunnel Hill bike trails travel in each direction so biking is amazing.  2 downsides only portajohns and portashowers.  And the Mosquitoes are prominent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Main Brothers Campground?

Main Brothers Campground offers 19 gravel campsites with a mix of water/electric and full hookup options. The campground is well-maintained, though it has basic facilities with portable toilets and portable shower facilities instead of permanent restrooms. A major highlight is direct access to the Tunnel Hill bike trails, which extend in multiple directions offering excellent biking opportunities. The campground is conveniently located just 2 minutes from town, making it easy to access additional services and supplies as needed.

What are the camping fees at Main Brothers Campground?

Main Brothers Campground offers reasonably priced camping options. The campground features both water/electric sites and full hookup sites, which may be priced differently based on the amenities provided. While specific rates aren't detailed, the campground is known for being cost-effective compared to other options in the region. For exact pricing information, including any potential seasonal variations or discounts for extended stays like weekly rates, contact the campground directly before your visit.

How do I make reservations at Main Brothers Campground?

To make reservations at Main Brothers Campground, you should contact the campground directly. As a city-operated campground, they likely accept reservations by phone or potentially online through their official website. Since the campground has a limited number of sites (19 total), making reservations in advance is recommended, especially during peak camping season. For the most current reservation information, contact the campground office or check with the city's parks and recreation department.