Best Cabin Camping near Bismarck, IL

Several cabin camping options exist within a one-hour drive of Bismarck, Illinois, including Turkey Run State Park Campground and Off The Trail Campground. Most cabins provide basic amenities like electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings. Sleeping arrangements typically include twin or full-size beds with mattresses, though some units offer bunk beds for families. According to one visitor, "The campgrounds are well kept and the owners are just nice people," though bathroom facilities may be limited with "only one building for showers for the whole site."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Crawfordsville KOA offers standard KOA-style cabins with electricity and nearby bathhouses, while Turkey Run Canoe & Camping provides more secluded cabin options. Most locations require advance reservations, especially during summer months and weekends. Pet policies vary by campground, with some allowing dogs in designated cabin units for an additional fee. A camper noted that Turkey Run State Park "is definitely designed to accommodate RVs" but also features cabin rentals for those seeking more comfort than tent camping.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from basic counters with microwaves to fully equipped kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops in premium units. On-site camp stores at Turkey Run State Park and Crawfordsville KOA stock essential groceries, firewood, and camping supplies. Bathroom facilities are typically centralized rather than in-cabin, so guests should be prepared to use communal showers and restrooms. Sugar Creek Campground provides cabins with electricity but minimal furnishings, making it suitable for campers seeking a furnished shelter without luxury amenities.

Best Cabin Sites Near Bismarck, Illinois (11)

    1. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    70 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $32 / night

    "I have to say it is always nice to stay at a state park in the off season. There are a couple hundred sites in this park and we were one of about 12 occupants."

    "This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones."

    2. Off The Trail Campground

    1 Review
    Attica, IN
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 762-6189

    $9 - $49 / night

    "Buddy sites are large, have full hookup, fire pits, and picnic tables. Lots of dogs around, pricing was about $50 a night per site."

    3. Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    Rockville, IN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 344-1412

    $12 - $42 / night

    "Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis."

    "We stayed in site 93 in the lake view area. The campsite itself was large and clean. The bathrooms were clean and fairly close to the campsite."

    4. Crawfordsville KOA

    14 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 230-0965

    "Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation."

    "For a holiday weekend to get a last minute pull through with electric and water for a single night at $50, I’d call it very reasonable!

    Grounds are well kept. Shower house is clean."

    5. Rockville Lake County Park

    11 Reviews
    Rockville, IN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 569-6541

    $25 / night

    "We stayed at site 30, a modern site with water, electric and sewer. Sharing of water and electric between two sites, so come prepared with extensions for water and electric."

    "Several water fill locations, dump station. Full hook up sites are very limited with minimal shade. Remainder of campground is nearly always shaded."

    6. Peaceful Waters Campground

    8 Reviews
    Bloomingdale, IN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 592-6458

    $22 - $120 / night

    "A port-a-potty was near by, but the shower house was a short drive away. Also, the site, 27C, was alone with timber separating it from the nearest site."

    "We stayed in a primitive site but they also have RV sites and cabins. There is a playground for the kiddos if you have them, a volleyball net, and horseshoes."

    7. Turkey Run Canoe & Camping

    5 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2029

    $35 / night

    "Site 91 was tucked away in a more forested area away from RVs. Did a nice kayaking loop using their service. Had everything you needed, very chill experience. Will return fsho."

    "Nice campground electric hookups my 34' travel trailer fit nicely"

    8. Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    11 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    $30 - $45 / night

    "They have RV section, electric tent sites and primitive and those do not mix - no tents at rv section and vice versa. I camp weekdays so I had all section to myself for three days."

    "SCC has about 50 full hook sites and several electric and water. There is quite a few primitive areas as well."

    9. Sugar Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    "Some of the sites are pretty close together, but we booked site 41 which is a double site. I'd highly recommend this site. It backs up to Sugar Creek which is just gorgeous in the spring."

    "This place is beautiful and just a great place to enjoy the outdoors with many options to do (disc golf, canoe,tube,kayak rentals.) Highly recommend!"

    10. Caboose Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Wolcott, IN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 261-3828

    "They do require wristbands which cost 10$ a day but that includes bumper boats and unlimited paddle boat rentals, for us it’s perfect! Fun to take out the kayaks too. We will be back!"

    "This place is different close to interstate so noise, they have tons of activities for the kids it’s very clean. Almost every spot has a waters edge. I plan coming back here in the middle of summer."

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  • Terri D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 10, 2017

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Nice Big Sites

    I have to say it is always nice to stay at a state park in the off season. There are a couple hundred sites in this park and we were one of about 12 occupants. Even if this park had been full, the sites offer nice space. Sites vary from full shade to wide open out in the sun. Bathrooms are clean, but they are pretty spread out. Most sites offer electricity, but no water or sewer hook-up for RV. Water spigots are pretty spread out too. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. I didn't see any camp hosts that sold firewood when office is closed. Park is located right across the street from the local high school, I thought this was sort of odd.

    We were just passing through for a nights stay, but it looked like there were some nice trails for hiking. The children playgrounds looked nice as well.

  • Kelsey S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Off The Trail Campground

    Lots of fun!

    We stayed in buddy sites 81 and 82. Buddy sites are large, have full hookup, fire pits, and picnic tables. Lots of dogs around, pricing was about $50 a night per site. Restrooms had showers as well which made it easy to rinse off the mud. Great time all around.

  • leif D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2025

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Large campground with spacious sites

    This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones. No water hookups at the site but all except the "youth sites" had 110, 30, and 50 amp power. I was able to charge my ev without issue. Sites tried from all concrete to a dusty dirt and rock tent area, and all had old wood picnic tables. While the hiking was incredible, the maps of the trails were poor and not up to date, with some trails not on map at all. On one trail part of it went through box canyons up an active, though trickling, stream bed.

  • M
    Jul. 19, 2020

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Terrific campground and state park

    We stayed here this weekend and had a terrific time. The weather was very hot but there is a river to tube and canoe in to keep you cool. We stayed at site #35. It is in a very quiet, off the main road, in a circle, in full shade. It’s is very close to the restroom but a distance from the camp store and dumpster. The site was clean and well equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. The site is very uneven. It definitely sloops to the back corner. It’s was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end. The site was huge but given the unevenness it would be difficult for tents. The campground is family friendly and was quiet at night. There is a lot to do at this state park. We hiked the #3 and #5 trails and it took us about 2 hours. It was very busy but everyone was very polite. It was a great stay all around.

  • Sara O.
    Jan. 16, 2025

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Gobble this place up!

    When I was younger this is the place the family would go. For fishing, hiking, and just being in nature . Has some really great trails, and if you stay at the campground itself , it has activities for the youguns ‘. When ever I am in the neighborhood, I will stop by for a weekend in a tent. Near a roaring campfire and widdle some thing out of a piece of wood. It’s peaceful, yet you’re not alone. It isn’t entirely off grid. I prefer BLM myself. But if you’re going to hit a “camp ground” this is one of my favorites.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Crawfordsville KOA

    Nice KOA

    Shade, grass, and gravel sites. A lot better than most KOAs. They ask that you not put outdoor rugs on grass; no problem as grass is nice. Sites 1-10 are your best bet for Starlink if that’s what you have; best opening through tree canopy of the northern sky. Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation. A mix of long term residents and travelers; some of the long term resident sites were a little junky.

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area

    Plenty of fun!

    Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis. The campground is surrounded by the 2,060 acre Cecil M Harden reservoir offering boating (boat rental), fishing and a large swimming beach with concessions and amenities. The campground is extremely well maintained with many sites sheltered by tree canopy ranging from non-electric, 30 amp, to 50 amp. Fresh water is available at fill stations and a spacious dump station area make for easy disposal. Many of the sites are not level so chose wisely to suit your needs. Easy beach access from the campground via a paved walk/bike path, well stocked camp store at the entrance to the campground, well maintained bath house facilities, active interpretive Naturalist programs, and numerous hiking trail opportunities round out the amenities. This is a beautiful campground; and if you like to explore...take a drive through the area and enjoy the many historic towns, covered bridges and roller mills throughout the county.

  • Natasha L.
    Jul. 16, 2018

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Summer fun in the Indiana sun!!

    We were able to reserve our spot online weeks in advance. Check-in & check-out times are 2pm every day. Each camp spot has a nice metal ringed firepit with a grill grate for cooking on the fire. Camp store is filled with stuff you'd need on case you forgot it, and they have plenty of firewood for sale too! My wife and I will definitely be going back every summer now that we know how gorgeous Turkey Run State Park is!! There have over 10 miles of hiking trails ranging from novice to expert. There is also a kayak rental company right down the road called Sugar Creek Valley where you can rent kayaks, canoes, and even tubes to float down the river on.

  • Andy F.
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Family oriented, showers and restrooms available

    Close to great hiking trails, swimming, canoeing & rafting rental. Quiet and family friendly on every visit. Rv, tent w/electric available.


Guide to Bismarck

Cabin camping near Bismarck, Illinois offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home.

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  • Visit the historic covered bridges near Covered Bridge State Forest Retreat, perfect for a day of exploration and photography.
  • Discover the local wildlife and natural beauty at Rockville Lake County Park, where you can enjoy a picnic by the lake or take a leisurely stroll along the trails.
  • Check out the nearby Crawfordsville KOA, which offers easy access to local attractions and a friendly atmosphere for families.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Bismarck, IL is Turkey Run State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 70 reviews.

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