Best Cabin Camping near Bonnie, IL
Cabin rentals dot the Rend Lake area with several options within 20 miles of Bonnie. Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations with electric hookups, providing basic shelter for visitors seeking more comfort than tent camping. Most cabins include beds with simple furnishings, fire rings outside for cooking, and access to central shower facilities and toilets. South Marcum Campground and Gun Creek also provide cabin options with varying levels of amenities. "The campground offers a wide variety of sites from RV to primitive. The facilities are clean and well maintained," according to one visitor's experience.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location. Archway RV Park provides cabin rentals with more amenities than primitive options, while Benton KOA offers traditional KOA-style cabins that typically include beds, small refrigerators, and air conditioning. Whittington Woods Campground maintains year-round cabin availability with pet-friendly policies at most locations. Reservations are essential during summer months, particularly at waterfront locations. A camper noted, "Sites are well spaced apart" at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park, though this varies significantly between private and public campgrounds.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary widely - from basic fire rings with grates to cabins with small microwaves or mini refrigerators. Camp stores at KOA and Archway RV Park sell basic provisions, firewood, and camping supplies. Washington County State Recreation Area cabins have access to showers and toilet facilities, though these are typically centrally located rather than in individual cabins. Grocery stores require driving to nearby towns like Mount Vernon or Benton for substantial shopping, approximately 15-20 minutes from most cabin locations.
