Camping options near Butler, Illinois encompass a range of amenities and experiences beyond standard RV parks. The region sits in central Illinois's prairie landscape with elevations around 600-650 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds operate in a seasonal climate with hot, humid summers and cold winters, creating a primary camping season from April through October when temperatures average 60-85°F during daytime hours.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Country Bend Campground in Litchfield features multiple stocked ponds for fishing. "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," notes camper Sherry W.
Miniature golf courses: Several Country Bend Campground locations offer family-friendly recreation. "18 hole putt putt, lots of outdoor games, planned activities on the weekends, shaded sites, and air conditioned cabins! This place is a campers dream with great staff always happy to see you," reports Kate T.
Swimming pools: Beat the summer heat with on-site swimming facilities. "We had a great time with lots of activities to keep the kiddos busy," states Lynnette about her family's experience at Country Bend Campground.
Walking trails: Explore the countryside on designated paths. "We love the dog yard!" mentions Larry B. about Kamper Kompanion RV Park, which features a fenced pet area with benches for dogs to exercise.
What campers like
Spacious sites: The gravel pull-through sites at many area campgrounds provide ample room. "Easy pull thru site with 40' and toad. Basically a big open flat field with sites and building spread throughout," notes Jessica T. about Kamper Kompanion RV Park.
Quiet atmosphere: Despite proximity to highways, many campers report peaceful stays. "Just off the highway, but minimal noise. Clean. Well maintained. Pleasant staff. We had a long pull through, but there are a limited number of those," writes Angie G. about her experience at Kamper Kompanion.
Weekend activities: The Double J Campground and RV Park offers regular organized events. "Nice walking trail, swimming pool, playground, outdoor checkers, basketball court, put put golf," reports Kelsie L., noting the variety of amenities available.
Accessibility: Most RV parks near Butler, Illinois provide easy highway access. "Easy on and off the Interstate. Very clean and quiet. There is a lot of shade in the main part of the park. It has a huge pool, putt-putt golf, and washer and dryers," mentions Shelly W. about The Double J Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds close during winter months. Kamper Kompanion operates from March 15 to October 31, while Country Bend Campground runs April through November.
Site conditions: Gravel sites can become muddy after rain. "Due to a huge tree no satellite service yet the owners stated was good for our 42 ft diesel pusher motorhome and no obstacles," reports one reviewer about Country Bend Campground, highlighting potential challenges for large rigs.
Interstate noise: Several parks sit near highways, creating ambient road noise. "The only downside is the noise of the interstate but honestly it was fine. We only stayed a couple nights and were really close to the road but there are certainly spots deeper in the grounds that probably aren't as loud," notes Jessica T. about The Double J Campground.
Limited tent sites: Not all parks accommodate tent campers equally. "There are only about 6 tent sites at this campground, which makes it not entirely friendly for tent campers," reports Kaitlyn H. about Cedarbrook RV Park and Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. "Big things happening at Country Bend Campgrounds in Montgomery 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," shares Tara L.
Activity planning: Holiday weekends feature special events at many parks. "Holiday weekends have so many planned activities, some for all ages. We really loved the bridges with trails to ponds, and the jumping pillow," writes Kaitlin D. about her experience at Country Bend Campground.
Distance considerations: Some facilities require substantial walking. "This is a really great campground! Huge campground with a lot of different areas. Be prepared for a lot of walking unless you rent or bring your own golf cart," advises Kaitlin D. about navigating the expansive grounds.
Tips from RVers
Shower facilities: Bathroom quality varies between campgrounds. "Honestly amazed by how clean and well maintained this campground is. River rock driveways (not gravel) and sites- well packed down and regularly grated," notes Jessica T. about The Double J Campground.
Truck stop options: For overnight convenience, some travelers use truck stop RV hookups. "Easy reservation system online. $60 is a bit pricey for one night. Electricity and water at each spot which are concrete slabs. Typical super busy truck stop with bright lights and lots of action but safe and convenient," reports Julie F. about Love's RV Hookup in Hamel.
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between parks. "Full site hookups 30/50 amp, water, sewer, cable and WiFi. Many many pros to this park. Cons- very pricey, WiFi is about the speed of dial up, for the price you should be able to do more with it," shares Kelsie L. about The Double J Campground.
