Best Equestrian Camping near Elgin, IL

Searching for the best camping near Elgin, IL? Elgin is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Illinois camping adventure.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Elgin, Illinois (9)

    1. Paul Wolff Campground

    18 Reviews
    Elgin, IL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (630) 444-1200

    $12 - $35 / night

    "Half of them were in the Prairie and the other half was tucked into wonderfully private spots with burn pits and picnic tables. We hiked the trail and saw a mother deer feeding her 2 babies."

    "The staff are super nice and the campground has great social distancing rules in place for the check-in shack and bathrooms."

    2. Big Rock Campground

    17 Reviews
    Big Rock, IL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (630) 232-5980

    $18 - $35 / night

    "Clean, with large sites, about a 5 mile walk around the nearby lake- saw several deer and rabbits - T-Mobile worked just fine- no Wi-Fi"

    "Open campground with nearly zero tree. We had a great campfire but didn’t take advantage of the whole park to explore. She wants to again this year but we will spend more time hiking."

    3. Rock Cut State Park - Staghorn Campground

    78 Reviews
    Machesney Park, IL
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 885-3311

    $12 - $50 / night

    "Of all of the campgrounds that I have visited in Illinois, I would say that Rock Cut State Park is the best that I have seen. It boasts as being the largest State Park in Northern Illinois."

    "The park is very large(the largest in northern Illinois) and has multiple campgrounds. I stayed in the Prairie View campground. Trees all around, plenty of shade."

    4. Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort

    7 Reviews
    Round Lake, IL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (847) 546-2228

    $43 - $73 / night

    "Very Friendly Staff I received warm welcome from nice staff at the entrance gate. Tent Campground is nicely tucked inside by the lake. Quit place night time I can hear fish jumping from the water."

    "We biked around the campground during the days and took advantage of the adult only hot tub hours at night. It was a nice getaway from Chicago."

    5. Fox Den Campground — Chain O' Lakes State Park

    12 Reviews
    Spring Grove, IL
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (847) 587-5512

    "We can both drive to work and then come back to relax. Close to some great places for antiquing if you don't want to hike the trails or fish."

    "There is a lot to do at this park from hiking to water sports to horse back riding. We did a nice short hike in area. We had a great time at this campground and would visit again."

    6. Turner Lake South — Chain O' Lakes State Park

    12 Reviews
    Spring Grove, IL
    29 miles
    +1 (847) 587-5512

    "In the Turner loop, the pit toilets are next to the path to the fishing pier, while the showers and full restrooms are between Turner and Fox den, there is a short path between sites 60& 61."

    "Trails were geared more towards horses and bikes, but there are plenty of walking paths, and we were able to find some hidden trails along the lake (read: unofficial)."

    7. Kishwaukee Valley Farms

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    Woodstock, IL
    25 miles

    $74 - $100 / night

    8. Leisure Lake Resort

    3 Reviews
    Joliet, IL
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 741-9405

    $37 / night

    "Quiet, family orientated, fishing lake, miniature golf, activities"

    9. Elkhorn Campgrounds

    4 Reviews
    Elkhorn, WI
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 723-3228

    "Within walking distance to downtown Elkhorn, EAHS, and the horse areana. You might even be able to catch a show or two on site at the fair grounds, depending on the time of year."

    "Easy access to electric and/or water. If unsure, contact office. Site, restrooms, and showers were clean. There are a lot of sites but still felt like there was ample space."

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Horse camping in Illinois offers a unique way to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds equipped with horse-friendly amenities, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

Equestrian campgrounds include ample amenities for horse lovers

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Most campgrounds have horse-focused features like trails and facilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Elgin, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Elgin, IL is Paul Wolff Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 18 reviews.

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