Best Cabin Camping near Blue Mound, IL

Sangchris Lake State Park Campground and Robin Hood Woods Campground & Cottage Resort provide cabin accommodations within a short drive from Blue Mound. The cabins typically include basic furnishings with electricity, beds, and air conditioning, though amenities vary significantly by location. One camper shared, "We stayed in the rental cabins, but are on the waiting list for a seasonal site. Right next to the lake." Most cabins feature fire rings and picnic tables outside, with some offering lakefront views or private decks. Springfield KOA features cabin rentals with more modern conveniences, including Wi-Fi access and proximity to recreational facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area offers year-round cabin options, while Camp Lakewood operates seasonally. Most properties require advance reservations, especially during summer months from May through September. Pet policies vary by campground, with some allowing dogs in designated cabins for an additional fee. A visitor commented, "We couldn't have asked for a better location for our family and our interests," regarding their cabin stay at Clinton Lake. Cabin sizes range from small units suitable for couples to larger accommodations that sleep 6-8 people.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely from basic microwaves to full kitchenettes with refrigerators. Wolf Creek State Park cabins feature minimal cooking equipment, making portable stoves or grills a practical addition to packing lists. Several campgrounds maintain small stores selling firewood, ice, and essential groceries. The campground at Coon Creek features "a very well stocked store at the entrance called Castaways that had lots of helpful, unexpected, and fun items," according to one review. Guests staying at cabins near Lake Shelbyville can access restaurants and grocery stores within a 15-minute drive.

Best Cabin Sites Near Blue Mound, Illinois (13)

    1. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-9208

    "This is a beautiful state park, but hopefully you won’t have the same experience I did with the electric hookup."

    "These walk in sites check all the boxes.  At the western part of the RV loop, is a peninsula of primitive tent camping spots to choose from. "

    2. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-9208

    "Have camped here a few times and have walked the trails for years. I camped at the primitive sites my first time. The sites were clean and fairly well maintained for primitive."

    "Bathrooms are basic and in the front of the camp loops so you have a walk if you stay in the back like I did.  Also, water is in the center of the loop so not very convenient. "

    3. Lake Taylorville City Campground

    4 Reviews
    Taylorville, IL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 824-5606

    "Campsite is on a man made Lake."

    "We have a permanent lake lot here. The marina is small and basic. Actually everything is basic here but it's still great to have 10 minutes from home."

    4. Coon Creek (IL)

    18 Reviews
    Shelbyville, IL
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 774-3951

    $18 - $48 / night

    "Some even with lake views. The campground is really big, with tons of different sites. Some are closer to each other, but still very private. Nestled in trees."

    "They include restrooms and tap water. There is the usual fire ring and picnic tables"

    5. Springfield KOA

    9 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-7002

    "Shop has laundry, ice and oropane, there's free wifi. Sites have power and water, you have to go to dump station on the way out as there aren't individual sewers."

    "We called and the owner was willing to change our spot to a cabin with no notice. The cabins are nice and comfy and our friends camper spot was nice and spacious."

    6. The Kampground

    1 Review
    Rochester, IL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 416-6464

    $20 - $50 / night

    7. Wolf Creek State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Findlay, IL
    28 miles
    Website

    "The park is huge and is one of the only state park's in Illinois with horse camping and horse trails."

    "We are tent people and love primitive camping in spots where we can really be away from everyone and at least pretend like we’re alone."

    8. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area

    19 Reviews
    Weldon, IL
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 935-8722

    $10 - $30 / night

    "It is a large campground with well spaced campsites for tents and rvs. Almost every site has plenty of shade with lots of tree cover."

    "Sites were spacious but wasn’t much privacy, which didn’t bother us because it allowed for our kids to play with the other kids easily."

    9. Robin Hood Woods Campground & Cottage Resort

    7 Reviews
    Lake Shelbyville, IL
    29 miles
    Website

    "We stayed in the rental cabins, but are in the waiting list for a seasonal site. Right next to the lake. Plenty of room for everyone, from tents to the massive RVs."

    "It’s close to home for us but also, very clean with nice staff and a fun environment. The pool is a huge plus, it’s so incredibly nice."

    10. Camp Lakewood

    17 Reviews
    Effingham, IL
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 342-1111

    $35 - $999 / night

    "Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake."

    "The sun sets behind the camper. Very nice clean restrooms, laundry room and a area you can grill in using their grills."

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  • Tara L.
    Jul. 25, 2019

    Country Bend Campground

    Great experience!

    Big things happening at Country Bend Campgrounds in Montrgromy Co, IL. This beautiful campground has many things to offer and is only a few minutes from the local drive in movie theater in Litchfield Illinois. It has a pool, swing sets, playground, cabins, ponds with stocked fish, beautiful walking trails, camping, welcome center, baseball field, volleyball, games, horseshoes, paddle boats, miniature golf, and so much more. This family run business is under new management and is welcoming new seasonal campers and day campers with competitive pricing. This beautiful campground is nestled in a scenic area in the country and is pet friendly. It has clean shower houses with warm water. We just purchased our seasonal campsite earlier in the season. Come check out this amazing campground and all it has to offer! Our rough collies will be joining us at this dog friendly campground! There is always something to do here and the owners strive to make it a family place by providing many activities on the weekends. The owners have done an amazing job on this campground and have made it one of the best campgrounds around to create that lasting experience with our children before they grow up!!!

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 26, 2025

    Springfield KOA

    Spacious Green Grounds

    Springfield KOA is actually in Rochester, but it is only about 25 mins into Springfield and all the wonderful Lincoln historic sites. The campground is very nice, a lot of amenities for families like pool, little bikes, miniature golf and horseshoes. Shop has laundry, ice and oropane, there's free wifi. Sites have power and water, you have to go to dump station on the way out as there aren't individual sewers. But there is grass, picnic table and fire ring at every site, trees all around.

  • Susan L.
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    5 stars with a caveat

    This is a beautiful state park, but hopefully you won’t have the same experience I did with the electric hookup. I stayed here right after the fourth of July and because of the heat over this holiday weekend and a completely full campground, the electricity couldn’t meet the demand and a transformer blew. By the time I arrived the transformer was repaired, however the pedestals in the section I was supposed to stay in had a problem. I was supposed to stay in site 27, but after 3 attempts to get power at 3 different sites, number 24 was the winner and this was a great site! The campground hosts were fantastic in resolving the situation as well.

    Site 24 is huge and level with a picnic table and fire ring. Electric but no water at site. The site is totally private on one side because of a lake inlet and there’s a large back area right on the lake. The gravel pad is located right near a large, old bald cypress. 

    This park has multiple public use areas, 2 campgrounds, boat launches, fishing piers and a beach. I didn’t use the public restrooms because they were closed due to Covid-19. I was able to get internet with Verizon. 

    This state park felt like it was dropped into the middle of cornfields and made for a fun drive. The sunset views and stars were awesome!

  • Sherry W.
    Jun. 11, 2020

    Country Bend Campground

    Great family friendly campground

    Great place to stay and feel part of the community.  Pretty scenery to walk around.  Plenty of lakes/ponds to fish.  We couldn't boat while there due to COVID but look forward to going back and taking our kayaks.  Attentive and Friendly camp hosts. Pet friendly. Close to town if you've forgotten anything or want to have a restaurant dinner. Close to the highway for easy access.  Full hookup available. Monthly or Season also available.

  • Meg  S.
    Jun. 16, 2015

    Coon Creek (IL)

    Great Camping Experience, Perfect for Family Vacation

    We've been camping at Coon Creek, on a beautiful Lake Shelbyville, for a few years now, the place is perfect for family vacations. And that's exactly what we do. Gather 10-12 of us, reserve a buddy site, so we can all be on one campsite (big enough to fit 5 tents and an RV). If you have a small group and want to get a small site, there are plenty of those. Some even with lake views. The campground is really big, with tons of different sites. Some are closer to each other, but still very private. Nestled in trees. Equipped in fire pits, and lantern posts. Gravel surfaces, with grass around. The site we always get, is situated along the camp road, but once we are set up, it becomes very private. there is no one in a close proximity, just the road traffic. Which is not bad at all. Good overflow parking, perfectly hidden in the trees. Showers and toilets are in great condition, and usually very clean. Well maintained campground. Illinois is pretty boring, and I know this web site is for more remote camping, but all facts considered, if you're looking for a camping getaway, in Chicago area, only about 4 hours drive (south on I-57) - this is a perfect place for you. Lithia Springs Marina offers boat rentals, we usually get a 12 person pontoon boat for few days, to cruise the 26 mile long lake, or chill in one of many, many beautiful coves. Coon Creek is not too far from town of Shelbyville, where you can stock up on camping food, and beverages. Also few quick-bite restaurants in town. There might be some hiking and biking trails, visit the website for more information. You can book on reserveamerica.com.

  • k
    Jun. 29, 2016

    Coon Creek (IL)

    coon creek

    This place is really shady and is not exposed to the sun. The sites here are really clean and well maintained. Its about 12 dollars for a campsite and is well worth it. They include restrooms and tap water. There is the usual fire ring and picnic tables

  • Jamie C.
    Jul. 14, 2020

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    Was a nice stay

    Have camped here a few times and have walked the trails for years. I camped at the primitive sites my first time. The sites were clean and fairly well maintained for primitive. Picnic table and fire pit were in good shape. Plenty of shade! Camp host were very nice and helpful. Non flushable restrooms were clean and stocked. It stormed pretty bad the second night there. Woke up to find my tent wasnt so waterproof. But made most of it that morning because I was also leaving that day. On my second most recent trip we stayed in the loop on an electrical site. Once again the sites were clean and the fireplace was clean and ready. Camp host were once again very helpful and polite. The kids had a great time even though due to covid-19 the playground was closed. The only reason I am giving 4 stars is the fact that the trails and bridges were in horrible condition. It was heartbreaking to see them in this condition as I've walked them since a child.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Camp Lakewood

    Nice campground

    Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake. Must be nice in summer and fall when leaves are on trees. Full hook up on lots but no cable. Park has nice store and commons area with games. A pizza place is operating on site. Had pizza and wings that were good. Enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly

  • Janelle  H.
    Jun. 30, 2019

    Robin Hood Woods Campground & Cottage Resort

    Fun, Clean, safe for the family

    Just finished our second trip/vacation here. We stayed in the rental cabins, but are in the waiting list for a seasonal site. Right next to the lake. Plenty of room for everyone, from tents to the massive RVs. The pool very clean and never gets over crowded. Staff are knowledgeable and polite. Friendly/quiet dogs allowed. Wonderful pirate ship playground. Weekend activities for the kids. Electric golf carts allowed. Very inexpensive compared to campgrounds closer to me.


Guide to Blue Mound

Cabin camping near Blue Mound, Illinois, offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing visitors to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the conveniences of home.

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  • Just a short drive from Clinton Lake State Recreation Area, visitors can enjoy the scenic beauty of Clinton Lake, which is great for fishing and boating.
  • The Springfield KOA is conveniently located near the historic sites of Springfield, including the Lincoln Home National Historic Site.
  • Coon Creek offers access to Lake Shelbyville, where guests can enjoy swimming and hiking along the picturesque trails.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Blue Mound, IL is Sangchris Lake State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 19 reviews.

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