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Best Campgrounds near Augusta, IL

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Camping areas around Augusta, Illinois feature a range of accommodations across several state parks and recreational lands. Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area, located just outside Augusta, offers both tent and RV camping with electric hookups and established sites. Approximately 15 miles southeast of Augusta, Siloam Springs State Park provides cabins alongside traditional camping options with boat-in and hike-in sites available. Spring Lake Park near Macomb, about 20 miles northeast, rounds out the region's mixed-use campgrounds with tent, RV, cabin, and glamping opportunities.

Access to most campgrounds in the area requires advance planning during peak summer months when sites fill quickly. Many campgrounds maintain seasonal operations, with Spring Lake Park operating from early April through late October. "Well kept campground on a lake. Spots are all on grass. Most are level. Lots of shady spots," noted one visitor about Spring Lake Park. The region experiences typical Midwestern seasonal patterns with hot, humid summers and cold winters that limit camping opportunities. Facilities at established sites generally include electric hookups, drinking water, and toilets, though amenities vary considerably between parks. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the area, particularly at Weinberg-King and more remote sections of the larger parks.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw for the region, with fishing and boating opportunities available at Spring Lake Park, Argyle Lake State Park, and Siloam Springs. A camper mentioned that Spring Lake Park offers "kayak/canoe/pontoon rentals, miles of trails, and excellent views of the large lake the trails go around." Sites with shade are particularly valued during summer months, with reviews frequently highlighting tree cover as an important feature. Argyle Lake State Park's campgrounds receive mixed reviews, with Big Oaks Campground earning praise for spacious tent camping sites while Twisted Oak Campground draws criticism for limited shade. Wildlife viewing, hiking trails, and fishing represent common activities across most parks, with several offering additional amenities like picnic pavilions, playgrounds, and boat launches to enhance the camping experience.

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Best Camping Sites Near Augusta, Illinois (70)

    1. Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area

    2 Reviews
    Augusta, IL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 392-2345

    $18 / night

    "There are usually a lot of horse back riders on the hiking trails. Overall a great place to spend a weekend"

    2. Big Oaks Campground — Argyle Lake State Park

    6 Reviews
    Colchester, IL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 776-3422

    $8 - $18 / night

    "The road will surround the lake for an AMAZING motorcycle ride, or a walk with your dog."

    "The hiking trails are challenging for 2 middle aged folks- lots of climbing up, then down, at some pretty steep inclines."

    3. Siloam Springs State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Liberty, IL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 894-6205

    "Not a bad State Park/Camp ground, theres an Amish store close by with ice and amenities. The map online is wrong when choosing a campsite though."

    "While camping there we hiked some of the surrounding trails and fished at the lake."

    4. Spring Lake Park - Macomb

    8 Reviews
    Macomb, IL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 833-2052

    "Miles of trails. Staff and caretakers keep the trails extremely clean. Excellent views of the large lake the trails go around."

    "The lake is great for boating and fishing and there are boats for rent during the warmer seasons. The camp grounds are good and there are a few small cabins for rent."

    5. Twisted Oak Campground — Argyle Lake State Park

    4 Reviews
    Colchester, IL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 776-3422

    $20 / night

    "We were surprised to discover this state park in Illinois but searching on the Dyrt App helped us have a great visit. There are 4 different camping areas within this park."

    6. Carthage City Park

    2 Reviews
    Nauvoo, IL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 357-3625

    "Good area close to stores, fuel and off-site dump station."

    7. Circle G Campground

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    Augusta, IL
    10 miles
    +1 (217) 743-9933

    8. Spring Lake Park

    2 Reviews
    Macomb, IL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 833-2052

    "Well kept campground on a lake. Spots are all on grass. Most are level. Lots of shady spots. Picnic table and fire ring. Seems like most of the sites are seasonal campers."

    9. Schuy

    2 Reviews
    Timewell, IL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 322-6628

    "There are some hiking trails and pavilions and a softball field. There’s a stage they sometimes have plays and bands."

    10. Wakonda Lake Campground — Wakonda State Park

    12 Reviews
    La Grange, MO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 655-2280

    $33 / night

    "Nice lakes plus swimming and boating facilities. We stayed by Wakonda Lake in sn oversized site with steps leading down to a little beach."

    "Our pad was close to the lake so a two minute walk and we’re fishing!"

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  • K
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Boulder Lake Campground — Wakonda State Park

    Best honeymoon ever!

    We decided to go camping for a low cost trip after a courthouse wedding. This was the perfect place. There were wagons available for the walk in sites to help bring in our gear. We stayed 3 nights and after night 1 we were the only people in the walk-in sites, so that was nice. They back up to a lake and site 3 has perfect access. We hiked some of the trails and made some of our own. There’s showers and a laundry room available with the bathrooms. Plus there’s a Walmart nearby if you forgot anything.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    Great location!

    This campground is located near the Mark Twain caves. There is also a winery located at the entrance to the campground. There is a store on site, and tourist attractions can pick you up at the store. It is a quick 10 minutes ride into town. Sites are level gravel. There is a playground, dog wash station, and 2 large pavilions to rent.

  • R
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Dupont Reservation Conservation Area

    Beautiful view on the river

    The campsites are large and pretty well maintained. Not many tables are available. The one I used was wobbly, but held up. Otherwise, I have only accolades for this primitive campground.

  • Erik W.
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Duck Haven Campground

    Hidden campground with a neat backstory

    July, 2017

    Neat little hidden campground with a neat back story. They owner bought it at auction just for a place to hang out with his friends but offers it for the public.  He loves cash and will usually give you a discount if you pay in cash.

    There is a bathhouse but he had to unlock it for us. 

    There is no store but you're at the edge of town so you can get anything you need.  There's no wifi but the cell service is good.

    If I recall, it's a 7 acre stocked pond.  catch and release only.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2025

    Henderson County State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Small and quiet

    There are only a handful of sites that are RV friendly. A small lake has some decent fishing. Cell service will Verizon was awesome. There is no potable water, dump station, showers, flushed toilets. There are a few pit toilets. I really enjoyed my week here but it is definitely a boondock experience. Grass was mowed and trash cans were empty. I didn’t use the pit toilets. I looked in one and it was your basic out house.

  • Greg S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 17, 2025

    Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    4.7 stars

    Hannibal is "someone's fading memory of a town," but you can tell it used to be a cool place. The Mark Twain history part of it is cool! The cave is fantastic with history galore and a reasonable price. The gift shop is also very very nice. The people checking you in and running the tours are great and very pleasant. The campground is under a nice canopy of oaks and is in a valley between two hillsides that contain caves. The place is very quiet and has a nice feel to it. The whole campground is gravel except for sites f1 through f12 which have grass and are bordered by a crystal clear rocky creek. Two older and smaller playgrounds, a picnic shelter, laundry, and a couple of community corn hole boards. Highly recommend a site under the trees along the creek in the C or F section. I think f10 is probably the best site. We enjoyed our stay in f2.

  • Denise C.
    Jun. 9, 2025

    Mark Twain Cave & Campground

    overpriced for what it has become

    We used to stay here once or twice a season, and it was one of our favorite campgrounds. Haven't been able to make it back to Hannibal for a few years. Went this past weekend. The "premium pull-through" spots are a joke. All gravel, way too close together. No way we could have had a fire that close to our camper or our neighbors. We ended up calling the office and moving to "F' section. The office personnel were very friendly. Still close together, but did have grass. In the older portion of the campground, they have changed some sites to make room for more, now it's way too crowded as well. A lot of the sites are pretty short and over half are all gravel.

  • Travis R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 9, 2024

    Wilson Lake Park

    Nice campground

    I didn't stay here as it was winter. The campground is nice with cement pads as well as primitive campsites and cabins.

  • Travis R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 9, 2024

    Lee County Pollmiller Park

    Nice campground

    I didn't stay here, just visited. Campground had all amenities you would expect with a beach, cabins, all on a small lake. Close to town for any camping needs.

Guide to Augusta

Camping near Augusta, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to check out.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Mark Twain Cave & Campground said, "Showers and restrooms were good, but shower curtains need to be replaced."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Boulder Lake Campground mentioned, "The sites are spacious with nice big fire rings."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. One visitor at Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey said, "The hosts were delightful and really accommodating."

What you should know:

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds, like Pittsfield City Lake, do not accept reservations. A camper noted, "There were only a handful or so of sites available when we arrived on a Friday afternoon."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have markets or stores nearby. A visitor at Primitive Campground advised, "Suggest shopping for your needs prior to leaving larger cities as most of the few small towns are limited."
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. One camper at Pittsfield City Lake warned, "The mosquitoes will eat you alive!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. A camper at Wakonda Lake Campground mentioned, "There’s a playground and boat access and swimming."
  • Space for Kids to Play: Choose campgrounds with open areas for kids to run around. One visitor at Primitive Campground noted, "Lots of families with kids riding bikes around the loop."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can get noisy, so consider visiting during off-peak times. A camper at Illinois Sand Ridge State Forest - Pine Camp shared, "The campground was quiet and peaceful."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Mark Twain Cave & Campground mentioned, "Our reserved site was long enough for our new 40’ RV."
  • Water and Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Wakonda Lake Campground noted, "Full hookup and small bathhouse with 2 baths and showers."
  • WiFi Availability: Some campgrounds offer WiFi, which can be a plus for RVers. A visitor at Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey said, "The CG WiFi worked better than average for a CG this size."

Camping near Augusta, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Augusta, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Augusta, IL is Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.

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