Best RV Parks & Resorts near Alto Pass, IL

Giant City State Park Campground near Makanda, Illinois provides RV camping with electric hookups and 30-amp service. Sites are equipped with picnic tables, grills, and fire rings on level pads. Marion Campground & RV Park offers year-round camping with full hookup sites including water, sewer, and 50-amp electric connections that accommodate larger motorhomes. The Landing Point RV Park in Cape Girardeau, Missouri features concrete pads with full hookups and is designed for big rigs with easy pull-through access. "Large sites with level concrete. Staff is helpful and friendly," according to one review.

Advance reservations through recreation.gov are essential during peak seasons, particularly in state parks where RV sites fill quickly. Within 30 miles of Alto Pass, most RV parks provide sanitary dump stations, though amenities vary considerably between locations. Cell service is generally reliable at established campgrounds, with reviews indicating Verizon coverage ranges from 2-4 bars in the region. Campgrounds near water features like Crab Orchard Lake often have tighter spacing between sites with limited privacy. Access roads to some more remote locations may involve travel on gravel roads that require slow navigation in larger motorhomes, as one camper noted: "Four miles of gravel road that was slow going in our 36' class A with lots of overhanging trees."

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Best RV Sites Near Alto Pass, Illinois (90)

    1. Cape Camping & RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Cape Girardeau, MO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 332-8888

    "We hooked into their cable and received 24 popular channels and the WiFi was way above normal. We got 3 bars each on Verizon and AT&T."

    2. Hinton RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Benton, MO
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 471-1457

    "Nice level sites, friendly staff. We had some issues and needed an extra day last minute and we're able to stay on until things got fixed. Plenty of things close in the area."

    "The park also has cable tv. Easy access off the highway. I highly recommend."

    3. The Landing Point RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Cape Girardeau, MO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 334-7878

    "Shade was adequate lot of permeant and monthly spots. Water park close by (5 minute drive) that was great for the kids on a hot day. Camping spots was all nice and level."

    "Large sites with level concrete. Staff is helpful and friendly"

    4. Marion Campground & RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Johnston City, IL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 997-3484

    $40 / night

    "This actually feels like a campground and not a parking lot even though it’s super convenient to the interstate."

    "Little swings for the littles and lots of room to walk your dog.."

    5. The Landing Point RV Park

    1 Review
    Cape Girardeau, MO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 803-9343

    $45 / night

    "Easy to navigate the roads, with every site level concrete. ATT & Verizon both worked fine. Wifi & cable included in the price. 10% discount for Good Sam, military & seniors."

    6. Saline Creek RV Park and Campground

    1 Review
    Perryville, MO
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 768-0414

    $38 / night

    "Beautiful, and quiet. New sites, tables, and a beautiful creek. A couple of pony’s too. We will definitely be stopping in again!"

    7. Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney

    11 Reviews
    Perryville, MO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 493-0225

    "Great clean campground- easy hook ups- pleasant staff and close to town. Went to Mary Janes for dinner gotta recommend! Campground Has a trail to a hike around lake. Playground was fun and safe."

    "One of our favorite getaways close to home for a weekend. Nice large shaded sites. Friendly and helpful staff."

    8. Goatey Goat Ranch RV Park & Campground

    3 Reviews
    Perryville, MO
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 768-0414

    $30 - $50 / night

    "The area is clean and quiet. Full hook up, 50 and 30 amp. 6 minutes from town (Perryville). The trail back to the site is truly one of a kind. Highly recommend you will not be disappointed."

    "Perfect star gazing, only 5 to 10 minutes from grocery store & downtown area for drinks & dining, Sunrise & Sunset were beautiful with hilly country views, Plenty of room to pull in our 40ft"

    9. Cypress Creek RV Park

    1 Review
    Benton, MO
    48 miles
    Website

    $20 - $40 / night

    10. Giant City State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Makanda, IL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 457-4836

    "The campground is being upgraded this year in which I belive they are adding 50 amp full service to many of the electric only sites."

    "This is a very family-friendly campground. Sites are one right after the other (gravel and pretty level) and no trees in between for privacy.  But still didn't feel too crowded. "

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RV Park Reviews near Alto Pass, IL

505 Reviews of 90 Alto Pass Campgrounds


  • Jess H.
    Jun. 25, 2025

    Magnolia Campground & Country Store

    Highlights

    🌳 Highlights

    Welcome & Hospitality Newly opened in October 2020 and family-run by Rick & Glenda Wilson, guests often highlight their warm, friendly service . One reviewer said:

    > “Owners and staff all super friendly, engaging and kind.”

    Campground Quality Features include full hookups (30/50 amp, water, sewer), gravel pull-through sites for big rigs (up to ~43 ft), free WiFi, dump station, propane fill, fire pits, picnic tables, laundry, and a shower house .

    On‑site Country Store & Deli A notable perk is the store with fresh deli items and daily lunch specials—particularly Friday catfish dinners—plus occasional breakfast on Saturdays .


    ⭐ Guest Reviews Snapshot

    Mick & Karla (30 Mar 2025)

    Booked same-day, chose pull-through site, enjoyed 40 psi water, decent WiFi/cell service.

    Friendly staff and solid amenities, though gravel/dirt sites got dusty or muddy depending on weather.

    Road noise from nearby I‑57 noted. Felt $40/night was a bit high.

    CatTrailzz (24 Jul 2024)

    Quiet despite being near the freeway. Loves the deli (noting salads and pulled pork).

    Clean facilities, new shower room.

    Plans to stay again.

    QueenMartell (16 Mar 2024)

    Friendly check-in, excellent service.

    Accommodated a 43 ft fifth wheel with ease.

    Highly recommends, loves the Friday catfish.

    Other reviewers (Kitty, Kyla D, Tergeo)

    Consistently mention friendly owners, clean/gravel sites, good common areas, and a strong likelihood to return .


    Pros & Cons

    👍 Pros 👎 Cons

    Warm, personal service Sites are gravel/dirt—can be dusty or muddy Full hookups and big‑rig friendly Road noise from I‑57 On-site deli with fresh food & catfish dinners Wi-Fi and cell coverage are serviceable but not exceptional Clean shower/laundry facilities Price (~$39–40/night) might be a bit high for basic amenities


    Summary

    Magnolia Campground is a great overnight or short-term stop if you’re looking for friendly hospitality, solid basic RV hookups, and the novelty of a country store with good food in southeast Missouri. It’s particularly suited for large RVs, travelers who enjoy a welcoming vibe, and those who appreciate a Friday catfish dinner. It’s not a destination resort, so if you're seeking plush amenities or a quiet nature getaway, plan accordingly.


    Bottom Line

    If you're rolling through with an RV and want a hassle-free, friendly, quick stay with full hookups and good food, Magnolia is a solid choice. For longer stays, be prepared for gravel underfoot and some road noise—but clean facilities and warm hosts might still make it worth it.

    If you'd like help booking, directions, or comparisons to nearby campgrounds, just let me know!

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 30, 2025

    Magnolia Campground & Country Store

    Very Good Customer Service

    This review is based on a short stay rather than a destination campground (CG) experience. We found this CG while looking for options near Sikeston, MO, and decided to try it based on positive online reviews. Booking was easy with a same-day reservation, and we received an email with directions, the WiFi password, and instructions to pick any site between 8 and 13, designated for big rigs and short-term stays, as most of the other sites were occupied by longer-term residents. We chose pull-through site #11 with full hookups (FHU) due to its convenient angle. All of the sites, including the shorter back-ins, offer FHU. Our site accommodated our 40’ fifth wheel and F450 truck comfortably, with centrally located utilities and 40 psi water pressure. The WiFi was sufficient for checking emails and general browsing, while cell service was limited to 1 bar on Verizon and 3 bars on T-Mobile. With few trees, satellite reception wouldn’t be an issue. During our stay, we were the only short-term guests. Some sites had picnic tables and fire pits, and while ours did not, we could have moved them if desired. The CG has a nice shower house and laundry facility, but the real draw is the country store, which operates more like a restaurant. The owner and staff were exceptionally friendly, and the food was good. The sites are pretty much gravel and dirt. At $40 per night, the price felt a bit high for the amenities offered. We were there during dusty conditions, and friends came through a week later in the rain, and the CG was muddy. Along with the country store with a restaurant, there’s a dump station, plus they sell ice and propane. Being located along a frontage road off I-57, road noise was noticeable. Overall, we had a pleasant overnight stay and appreciated their hospitality.

  • hannah O.
    Mar. 21, 2022

    Riverview Campground

    Beautiful Views

    Riverview campground is a clean, quiet, family friendly campground. It overlooks the Ohio River and provides amazing views at sunset. The stargazing is also great. There are 30 amp and 50 amp sites with water, and a dump station is on site. Firewood is also provided. This was the perfect place to spend the weekend!

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 7, 2021

    COE Rend Lake North Sandusky Recreation Area

    Great fishing camp

    North Sandusky Campground has 60 reservable campsites. All campsites have electric hookups, 16 campsites are full-hookup., 30 & 50 amp. There is a dump station, hot showers and flush toilets. Most sites are fairly level, but some have an incline to get into. Sites have water and sewer, and a picnic table. Sites are close to the water so you can fish or boat right from your campsite. There is a boat dock, boat ramp, playground, and disk golf course.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 7, 2021

    South Marcum Campground

    Convenient to I-57

    South Marcum Campground is a Corp of Engineers campground just of I-57 in southern Illinois with over 100 reservable campsites. Sites have 30 & 50 amp Electric hookups. There is a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking. Also a playground in the Whispering Pines loop. The campground is on Rend Lake with swimming, fishing and boating. Most sites are level. Some are pull-through. The sites are set up to provide some privacy, and are not right on top of each other.

  • Susan D.
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Kaskaskia Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam (formerly the Kaskaskia Lock and Dam

    Hidden gem

    This is a very clean campground with electric only hook-up. It had nice big concrete pads, a large picnic table and large fire pit/grill at each site. Water was available close to the restrooms and is accessible to fill campers. Parking area at each site could accommodate two vehicles. The capsites were located next to the Kaskaskia River. There is a recreation area with a large pavilion and fishing is accessible from here. By the camping area there is a hiking trail through the woods that ends at the confluence of the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers. This trail is paved for walking, bicycles and wheelchairs. There is also a boat ramp close to campsites.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 10, 2021

    Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground

    Quiet camping convenient to I-57

    Wayne Fitzgerald State Park is on Rend Lake, just off I-57 in Southern Illinois. It’s a great place for camping, fishing and bikes. It’s convenient for a short stop if you are traveling through, or as a destination. Although it’s right off the interstate there is no traffic noise. The campground has 40 tent sites and over 240 modern campsites, which offer electrical hookups, water and sewer facilities. Modern sites are $20/night, with 30/50 amp service. Primitive sites are $6. There is no internet. There are a few pull through sites.. there is lots of room and the sites appear to be level. There are 3 shower buildings. Many sites can be reserved online. There is a playground, and boat ramp. The park has hunting, fishing, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking and boating. there is a golf course nearby and a lodge. Rend Lake is well-known for crappie, particularly in the early spring, as well as largemouth bass, channel catfish and bluegill.

  • Mary T.
    May. 2, 2022

    Cypress Creek RV Park

    Great for the Night

    If you are traveling on I 57 or I 55 this is a great over night stay.  Beautiful Campground but not to many amenities.  IT does have the best internet we have had in 3 months.  Love the trees and nice level sites.  It has a few run down long term campers, but they don't over run the place.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Fern Lake Campground

    Clean, close to Highway

    We stopped here overnight twice because it was close to the highway and had pull-through sites to accommodate our 43’ fifth wheel. We were pleasantly surprised by how nice it was, and you couldn’t even hear the Highway. Our sites both times were in the gravel pull-through area, which seems to be intended for short stays. Even though we were close to the neighbors the sites are angled, so we had a beautiful view of a grassy area with trees out our living room windows. The longer stay sites had gravel and then grass in between the sites, and views of a lake. Very serene, pretty and clean campground.


Guide to Alto Pass

Discover the charm of RV camping near Alto Pass, Illinois, where beautiful landscapes and well-equipped parks await outdoor enthusiasts.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $30 to $45

  • Enjoy a budget-friendly stay at Little Grassy Lake Campground, where sites are available for around $30 per night, offering a scenic lakeside experience.
  • For a convenient overnight stop, Marion Campground & RV Park provides full hookups at approximately $45, making it a practical choice for travelers.
  • The Landing Point RV Park offers competitive pricing with spacious sites, perfect for those looking to explore the area without breaking the bank.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

RVers appreciate clean facilities and recreational activities

  • Shawnee Forest Campground is well-reviewed for its clean facilities and friendly staff, making it a welcoming spot for families.
  • Riverview Campground offers stunning views of the Ohio River, perfect for fishing and relaxing by the water.
  • The Landing Point RV Park features a dog park and spacious sites, ideal for those traveling with pets and looking for a relaxing environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular RV campsite near Alto Pass, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Alto Pass, IL is Cape Camping & RV Park with a 3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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