Top Dog Friendly Camping near Campbell Hill, IL

Are you planning a camping trip to Campbell Hill with your dog? We've got you covered. Finding pet-friendly campgrounds in Illinois is easier than ever. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Campbell Hill, IL (81)

    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground

    1.

    Giant City State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    165 Photos
    136 Saves
    Makanda, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground

    2.

    Hawn State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    129 Photos
    164 Saves
    Farmington, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $12 - $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Bayou Campground
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    3.

    Turkey Bayou Campground

    11 Reviews
    18 Photos
    163 Saves
    Gorham, Illinois

    Turkey Bayou Campground​

    Located in Oakwood Bottoms, Turkey Bayou Campground is a great location outdoor activities including waterfowl hunting, deer hunting, trapping, fishing, nature watching and bird watching. The campground is next to a 20-acre lake on the Big Muddy River with close proximity to the Big Muddy boat launch and the Oakwood Bottoms Greentree Reservoir. There is no charge for camping at Turkey Bayou, but there is a 14-day maximum stay. The campground does not have water or toilets. The site frequently floods during heavy rain periods.

    Our partner, Friends of Turkey Bayou helps maintain Turkey Bayou Campground.

    A favorite with waterfowl hunters, Oakwood Bottoms offers so much more from excellent bird watching to fishing opportunities and primitive camping at Turkey Bayou Campground. Picnic with your family or youth group at Oakwood Bottoms picnic site and take a short walk into the bottoms on the wooden boardwalk trail that loops back to the picnic area. The site also has a large picnic shelter next to a large pond, where you can enjoy watching ducks and other birds visit the pond in search of food.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sandusky Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sandusky Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sandusky Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sandusky Campground
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    4.

    South Sandusky Campground

    18 Reviews
    52 Photos
    101 Saves
    Sesser, Illinois

    Overview

    Congratulations! You've just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change througout the year. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern illinois.

    Recreation

    Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away you'll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

    Facilities

    Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away you'll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

    Natural Features

    South Sandusky Campground is situated around Sandusky cove on Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois. With nicely spaced campsites and plenty of activities easily accessible from the campground, South Sandusky is an excellent destination for camping at Rend Lake. Wildlife in the area includes white tailed deer, wild turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year.

    Nearby Attractions

    South Sandusky Beach Rend Lake Visitors Center Rend Lake Project Office

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $18 / night

  • 5.

    Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney

    11 Reviews
    9 Photos
    53 Saves
    Perryville, Missouri

    Who says you can’t have fun in a small midwestern town? In Perryville, MO, there’s plenty of history to experience and fun to be had. You can expect no less at Perryville RV Resort by R Journey. Located off Lake Drive on KOA Lane, our resort park is accessible via Interstate 55 to the south and Highway T to the north. Get ready to make memories and reconnect with family and friends with our selection of family-friendly activities and events. If you’ve been pining for a midwestern getaway, look no further than Perryville RV Resort.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Washington County State Recreation Area
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    Washington County State Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    25 Photos
    62 Saves
    Nashville, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Randolph County State Recreation Area
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    Randolph County State Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    20 Photos
    18 Saves
    Chester, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Crab Orchard Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    45 Photos
    61 Saves
    Bargerville, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $10 - $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Trail of Tears State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Trail of Tears State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Trail of Tears State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Trail of Tears State Park Campground
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    Trail of Tears State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    59 Photos
    92 Saves
    McClure, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Campbell Hill

430 Reviews of 81 Campbell Hill Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Pine Hills
    August 15, 2024

    Pine Hills

    Very nice

    Very quiet and secluded. Campsites are roomy and some firewood is supplied.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Campground
    July 22, 2024

    Hilltop Campground

    Nice stop

    Stopped here for the night driving through the area. Nice campground, clean, safe, and right off the interstate.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bean Ridge Pond Campground
    July 14, 2024

    Bean Ridge Pond Campground

    Nice private locationl

    There are only two camp site at this location and they are very close to each other. The camp sites are also very narrow. We camped in the lower site and had a difficult time getting everything out of the road.

    On the positive side, the site was clean, there was nobody there over the weekend and there was a humming bird. The pond had lots of frogs and and a few fish.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Benton KOA
    May 30, 2024

    Benton KOA

    Loud

    1 side is directly on the freeway VERY loud, the other is in between the sewer treatment plant and municipal airport. If you're a light sleeper might want to stay away Full video review on YouTube https://youtu.be/QpuNpA7UVZI

  • Camper-submitted photo from South Marcum Campground
    May 13, 2024

    South Marcum Campground

    Great Campground

    Only $26 a night for full-hookups is amazing. Cell service for AT&T is marginal at 2 bars LTE. Only issue that I have is that site 49 is very hard to get level in, make sure that you bring extra leveling blocks if possible

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crab Orchard Lake Campground
    May 9, 2024

    Crab Orchard Lake Campground

    Probably nice in a big rig, sucks otherwise

    This campground was essentially an RV park. Only big rigs, some sites well spaced physically but no privacy in between so feels like everyone staring at each other. Some of the waterfront sites okay privacy-wise, but not most. Hookups work well, but bathrooms in terrible condition - especially showers.

    The whole place also smells like dead fish. We saw a raccoon go right through our campsite so be careful what you leave out, also tons of geese and saw two baby copperheads.

    The lake is at least really pretty and there’s a small beach area.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Archway RV Park
    May 8, 2024

    Archway RV Park

    Great campground

    Sites are nice, although all sites face each other meaning you will be 5-10 feet from your neighbors if you are sitting out front. Full-hookups with only a 50amp connection so if you are using 30 make sure you have a 50/30 adapter. Overall very nice campground, well maintained.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gun Creek
    April 30, 2024

    Gun Creek

    Blue Jay #49 Water site

    Love this state park! Clean, quiet, water views and lots of bike paths to ride.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crab Orchard Lake Campground
    April 24, 2024

    Crab Orchard Lake Campground

    Excellent Lakeside Campgrouind

    Getting there: Easy access off Illinois 13 East of Carbondale 

    Check in and staff: Campground is now under the egis of recreation.gov& reservations through them are a must. This is new& when planning the trip the website said“first come first serve” so we arrived on a Friday evening(4pm) with no reservation. The sign said RV sites all taken. The host was wonderful! He has been here 9 years and steered us to a nice site for the one night we will be here. The online experience with recreation.gov was not pleasant, impossible in fact. So I had to call. This took quite awhile. Once I got a real live person it was great, and we got our site with no problems. 

    Amenities: Bathrooms: clean, paper towels& air dryers. 

    Site: A-35. In the middle of the A loop and therefore not on the water. Still, very nice. After all, beggars can’t be choosers! Sites are somewhat spacious, but not terribly private.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Trail of Tears State Forest
    April 6, 2024

    Trail of Tears State Forest

    Not free but worth the $8/night

    Surprised to find nice porta potty at our site that was remote from others. Potable water and camper registration (but had a boil water warning but that was not normal). 30 min into Cape Girardeau and 15 min to Anna. Nice picnic table and raised fire ring/ grill.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    March 24, 2024

    Hawn State Park Campground

    Nice campground in the woods.

    We camped at site 39 over the weekend. The park was very clean and family friendly. There are several hiking trails and an overlook. The restrooms and showers are still closed for the season, but there are primitive vault toilets. The sites are very close together, so there is not much privacy. Also, some have electricity and some not. The firewood was wet und would not burn. The landscape around the park was very nice. We camped here to visit the Gateway National Park and Mastodon Natural Site.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Giant City State Park Campground
    February 23, 2024

    Giant City State Park Campground

    Great trails and well kept campsites

    We stayed at Giant City in February on a very cold weekend. It was still a fantastic trip! The campsites, fire pits and pit toilets were well maintained. The shorter trails in the park were beautiful even in the winter. The Lodge also had excellent food and a very cozy feel. Definitely visit the Lodge!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pyramid State Recreation Area
    February 4, 2024

    Pyramid State Recreation Area

    Nice campsites and lots of lakes

    We stayed at the campground on the north end of Pyramid. The campsites were close together but we visited in February so we were the only campers. The fire pits were a little run down but the sites were nice and level with a table. No lantern posts. Pit toilets that were decent. The park office is a pretty long drive from the north end campground. The hiking is limited but the campground was peaceful and close to the lakes. Probably covered in bugs in the summer. Overall pretty nice stay

  • Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    November 30, 2023

    Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    Southern Illinois getaway

    Great campground away from roads and noise. Goreville is small local town with grocery store and service station for supplies. South LOOP sites 1-23 are first come sites. NORTH LOOP SITES 24 - 59 Reservable at https://camp.exploremoreil.com/ Some 50 amp sites (4, 6, 18, 32, 36, 38, 47, 48) rest have 30 amp. See map in photos. WATER potable at Dump Station also 5 hydrants scattered amongst camp sites. TENT and Equestrian camps take road to the south west of lake.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Campground
    November 29, 2023

    Hilltop Campground

    Convenient Campground w/hookups to visit Shawnee Forest

    Stopped to check out campground for future needs. Had some seasonal campers. Good transit camp if on I57. Close to lots of Shawnee Forest hiking locations.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    November 14, 2023

    Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    Quiet in November

    We do most of our RV travel in the early spring and late fall.  Ferne Clyffe does not take reservations after November 1, so its first come first served.  Payment is deposited in a kiosk near the black water dump site.  This was not well explained on the signage or websites, but, at least in mid-November, there were enough experienced campers around to explain things. 

    Otherwise, Ferne Clyffe is gorgeous. Great for star-gazing. Lots of mature oak and sycamore trees that I'm sure provide nice shade in summer.  In mid-November, there's lots of deer hunters, which means it gets quiet early in the evening.  Spaces are of moderate size on the interior, and are more spread out on the perimteter.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Group Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    November 1, 2023

    Group Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    Loved the hiking trails!

    Beautiful state park with awesome hiking trails! The campground was just ok. No water hook ups, but you can fill your tank and there is a dump station. Sadly, there is no visitors center.

    The center of the campground has sites that either back up to the. Amp ground road or back up to the campsite behind you. They are pretty close together. Great for groups camping together. Not so great if you want a little bit of privacy. We had one of the few semi private sites. Will definitely return to camp and hike here again!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Little Grassy Lake Campground
    October 5, 2023

    Little Grassy Lake Campground

    Great location, good facilities, a little cramped

    We loved the location of this campground. It's really close to Giant City State Park and other local attractions. It's not even too far from Cave-in-Rock State Park and Garden of the Gods. I agree with the other reviewer who said this is a great base camp for exploring the area.

    The restrooms and showers are pretty centrally located. They were clean but basic. No complaints, but not exactly a standout in that regard.

    The sites are kind of close together in my opinion, and most don't have trees or other dividing features between them. Not so great if you want privacy, but fantastic if you like a sense of community.

    The staff was very friendly and helpful. Boat rentals are available on site, along with other items in a small general store at the camp office.

    We're planning to come back in April of 2024 for the eclipse. Hoping for clear skies and a great view!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gun Creek
    September 23, 2023

    Gun Creek

    Beautifull

    Only reason for not 5 star was it is a little to close to the interstate.



Guide to Campbell Hill

Camping near Campbell Hill, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly amenities, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails at Giant City State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, “The shorter trails in the park were beautiful even in the winter.” Another camper noted, “The hiking trails are beautiful, and not too crowded.”
  • Fishing: Head to Gun Creek for some fishing fun. A reviewer shared, “Excellent park but many sites aren’t flat. Not all have water, septic. Clean facilities.”
  • Wildlife Watching: At Washington County State Recreation Area, you can enjoy nature. One camper said, “Lots of nature sounds at night,” making it a great spot for animal lovers.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the sites. A visitor at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground mentioned, “Campground clean, peaceful, campsites are paved.” Another camper at Perryville RV Resort said, “Very well kept and clean campground.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. A reviewer at South Sandusky Campground noted, “The neighbors were super nice and it appeared there were many long-term campers!”
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the picturesque settings. One visitor at Crab Orchard Lake Campground said, “It was absolutely gorgeous. Very quiet area too.”

What you should know:

  • Reservation System: Some campgrounds have complicated reservation systems. A camper at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground mentioned, “The reservation system and finding a spot was overly complicated for a first timer.”
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for some noise, especially near highways. A visitor at Benton KOA warned, “1 side is directly on the freeway VERY loud.”
  • Wildlife Caution: Keep an eye on your food. A camper at Crab Orchard Lake Campground reported, “We saw a raccoon go right through our campsite.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds. One family at South Marcum Campground enjoyed, “The playground was fun and safe.”
  • Short Hiking Trails: Choose campgrounds with easy trails for little ones. A parent at Giant City State Park Campground said, “We found several short but gorgeous hiking trails, which was perfect for our young children.”
  • Safety First: Ensure the campground is safe and has nearby restrooms. A family at Washington County State Recreation Area felt, “It was very safe and had close restrooms and playgrounds.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Check for level sites to avoid hassle. A reviewer at Gun Creek mentioned, “Not all spots are level. Electric on most but not all have water.”
  • Cell Service: Be aware of cell service availability. An RVer at South Sandusky Campground noted, “We got 2 bars on Verizon and T-Mobile.”
  • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A camper at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground mentioned, “There is a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking.”

Camping near Campbell Hill, Illinois, has a lot to offer, whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful getaway.

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