Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Alton, IL
St. Louis NE-Granite City KOA allows dogs in RV areas but not tent camping areas according to visitor reports. Located near Alton, approximately 12 miles southeast, this campground provides pet owners with designated dog run areas, though some visitors note these can become muddy during wet weather. Full hookup RV sites accommodate pets with concrete pads and shaded areas. The pet waste stations are regularly maintained, although one visitor mentioned finding the receptacle full during their stay. Pere Marquette State Park Campground and Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground also welcome pets with standard leash requirements.
Horseshoe Lake State Park's peaceful tent camping on Walkers Island costs $8 per day and offers natural surroundings ideal for dog walking. When visiting these campgrounds, pets must remain leashed in public areas with a standard 6-foot maximum leash length. MGM Campground, rated highly by visitors, features spacious spots surrounded by grass and trees that dog owners particularly appreciate. The catch-and-release lake provides scenic walking opportunities while exercising pets. During summer months, consider early morning or evening walks to protect paws from hot surfaces. The campgrounds typically require proof of current rabies vaccination, and most limit pets to 2-3 per site depending on size and breed.
