Top Horse Camping near Cave-In-Rock, IL

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Cave-In-Rock, IL (17)

  • 1.

    Shawnee Forest Campground

    32 Reviews
    55 Photos
    188 Saves
    Vienna, Illinois

    Located in the Middle of Southern Illinois just Off I-24 it is a great place to stay while you explore all the the Shawnee Forest. From Giant City to Garden of the Gods. The Tunnel Hill bike trail is a half mile away and Cache River is just down the road. We have 60 Full Hook up sites. Large pull through sites up to 120 feet long. We have Shower Houses and Laundry Facilities. Our Campground is Open Year Round.

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

    $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cadiz Campground
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    2.

    Camp Cadiz Campground

    6 Reviews
    22 Photos
    64 Saves
    Karbers Ridge, Illinois

    This campground is the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp. Somewhat off the beaten path Camp Cadiz is usually quiet and rarely do the campsites fill up; with the exception of turkey and deer hunting seasons. The campsites are level and each has a fire ring with grill and picnic table. __Equestrian camping is allowed.__Recreation Area brochure/map

    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
    Camper-submitted photo from Canal - Lake Barkley
    Camper-submitted photo from Canal - Lake Barkley
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    3.

    Canal - Lake Barkley

    17 Reviews
    40 Photos
    61 Saves
    Grand Rivers, Kentucky

    Overview

    Situated along a peninsula between the lush shorelines of Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, Canal Campground offers modern camping and provides the ideal setting to enjoy nature at its best with family and friends. Visitors can enjoy a stunning view of the Barkley Dam and boats traveling through the canal from the comfort of their campsite. The campground faces Barkley Lake, and the shore of Kentucky Lake is a brisk one-mile walk across the canal.

    Recreation

    From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Canal Campground is the perfect setting for outdoor activities. Eagle nests can be spotted throughout the grounds, and its not unlikely for visitors to encounter deer and other wildlife. A short hiking trail allows campers to enjoy the outdoor scenery at their leisure. Fishing is also a popular pastime, and during warm months bass and catfish are plentiful in both lakes.

    Facilities

    From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Canal Campground is the perfect setting for outdoor activities. Eagle nests can be spotted throughout the grounds, and its not unlikely for visitors to encounter deer and other wildlife. A short hiking trail allows campers to enjoy the outdoor scenery at their leisure. Fishing is also a popular pastime, and during warm months bass and catfish are plentiful in both lakes.

    Natural Features

    Lake Barkley, as part of a dam project at the Cumberland River, spans 134 miles along the Kentucky landscape, offering countless recreational activities to visitors. The canal connects Lake Barley with Kentucky Lake, forming one of the greatest freshwater recreational complexes in the country.

    Nearby Attractions

    Grand Rivers, a short drive from the campground, has several restaurants and two public marinas.

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

    $256 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
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    4.

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    99 Photos
    76 Saves
    New Harmony, Indiana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
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    6.

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    18 Reviews
    98 Photos
    110 Saves
    Dawson Springs, Kentucky

    The park is situated in the middle of 14,000 plus acres of forest. We have a 56 acre lake with pedal boats and row boats. There are miles of hiking trails that meander through the forest. It is a great place to get back to nature. We also have an 18 hole golf course, tennis and basketball court, and a lodge with a full service dinning room.

    Equine Camping: Pennyrile Forest offers 8 pull-through campsites specifically designed for horse owners. These sites feature electric, water and sewer hook-ups. Each site has its own corresponding hitching posts for up to four horses, picnic table, lantern hanger & fire ring/grill combo. Horse campers have access to all campground amenities, which include bathhouses, laundry area and playgrounds. A new 1.25 mile horse trail near the campground connects horseback riders to the 40+ miles of horse trails on the adjacent Pennyrile State Forest.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point
    Camper-submitted photo from KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point
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    7.

    KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point

    14 Reviews
    97 Photos
    68 Saves
    Cadiz, Kentucky

    Situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Barkley in the Kentucky Lakes region, Prizer Point Marina & Resort and Kentucky Lakes KOA is the area’s finest destination for family getaways featuring condos, cabins, RV camping, boating and family recreation.

    Welcome to our stunning campground resort on the shores of Lake Barkley near the Land Between the Lakes Recreation Area. All RV site rates include 6 guests, Deluxe and Primitive Tent includes 4 guests, extra guests are $10/person/day, 5yrs and under are free. We are pet friendly!

    Located near the Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky Lakes KOA Campground at Prizer Point Marina & Resort offers breathtaking views, relaxation, and outdoor recreation. This western Kentucky Campground is Big Rig friendly and welcomes pets. RV and Campsites are spacious and shaded. Complete with a fire ring for marshmallow roasts and story telling under the stars and amazing views of Lake Barkley.

    Our Pull Through Sites are pull through, full hook-up, waterfront sites; See Video. Your front door opens to the beauty of Lake Barkley where you can relax or fish from the shore. These sites take advantage of our location on the intercoastal waterway. Premium Lake Side Water & Electric sites are also available. Prizer Point offers a free honey wagon service every other day on all non-tent campsites for your convenience. See Video

    All RV sites include water, cable TV, 50 or 30 Amp electric, and rates are based on 6 people. Only one camping unit is allowed per site, unless approved in advance by management. Only two vehicles are allowed per site and overflow parking area is provided.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      8.

      Union County Fair

      1 Review
      Morganfield, Kentucky
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • RVs
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Barkley State Resort Park
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      9.

      Lake Barkley State Resort Park

      17 Reviews
      59 Photos
      39 Saves
      Cadiz, Kentucky

      This recreation area is part of Barkley Lake

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $10 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Little Lusk Trail Lodge & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Little Lusk Trail Lodge & Campground
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      Little Lusk Trail Lodge & Campground

      3 Reviews
      6 Photos
      8 Saves
      Eddyville, Illinois
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $30 / night

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    Recent Equestrian Reviews In Cave-In-Rock

    157 Reviews of 17 Cave-In-Rock Campgrounds


    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      June 16, 2024

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Great place to camp!

      We stayed 4 days and had a great time. The camp was clean and well maintained. The staff are very friendly and helpful and was more than happy to offer places to visit in the area, places to eat and provide assistance as needed. The trails are paved so we had a nice area to walk (twice around the lake from our site was 3 miles). :) We plan to visit again!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      June 8, 2024

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Great campground with persistent raccoons

      Harmonie State Park looks like a great place for a family vacation. In addition to the campground with at least 2 playgrounds, there are trails, picnic areas and a boat ramp. We only stayed 1 night. Site 166 is big and on the end of a road. There's a restroom and water spigot within walking distance. They have showers but we didn't use them. Our only problem was 1 or more raccoons kept coming into our site. We shooed them away but they kept coming back. I'm sure they were just looking for food.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Union County Fair
      May 22, 2024

      Union County Fair

      Kentucky Bike Ralley

      I stayed here and camped for a bike rally. I think you can only camp during an event. And cost is different from each event. Nice place

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      May 12, 2024

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Camp site #83

      It had electeic hook up but we were tent camping early May 2024. The campsite is mostly hill with a wash out running through it. It is also the breeding site of thousands of Miner Bees. They were docile and no one got stung but they were everywhere from sun up to sun down the entire site hummed with bees. The entire ground was full of holes that they were coming in and out of. Close to bathroom/showers and a playground, fresh water source across the road.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      May 8, 2024

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Nice, clean, state park.

      Everything was well kept and clean. Multiple bath/shower houses on each loop. Push button showers. Takes about a minute to get water hot, but good after that. Dated, but clean and functional. The lights stay on 24/7 so bugs are in the shower house.

      Multiple walking trails and bike trails. Nice shelter houses and picnic areas. Multiple playgrounds. Nature center in the campground. Many events scheduled for summer. New Harmony (town) is close by and a must stop. Nature walks, lots of unique history you will find nowhere else, quaint shopping, coffee shops, wine bar, dining, etc...

      The pool has been filled in at the park. Very disappointing.

      I was demolished by mosquitos and was covered in deet. Tried picaridin too. If you get the biters off you, the gnats were all over me too. Not sure if just time of year or maybe always this way (did rain multiple times).

      Couldn't use mountain bike trails and most hike trails as it was too wet.

      Suggest calling before making reservations because many of electric sites are not level, at all. Ask which would be best.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      April 14, 2024

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Great Trip

      We had a great time here. Nice spaced out place. We stayed at site 192. It was at the back of the campground, but close to the bathrooms/showers and just across from the playground. It was close enough to walk to the Nature Center and grab ice cream. There’s even a hiking trail right behind. And not much through traffic since it’s in the back. Staff was extremely friendly. They had ice and firewood to purchase. Even the other campers were extremely friendly. We were only a few mins from downtown New Harmony. The coffee shop there was very good. Evansville was about 30 mins. We had to go get a new car battery there and DNR used a jump box to get us going. Very clean bathrooms and grounds. The only reason it didn’t get 5 stars were the showers. Older, took awhile to heat up, only had water for about 15 seconds at a time. Not easy to get a squirming toddler bathed. Better than nothing though. Great campground, highly recommend!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      April 11, 2024

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Spring 2024

      Had the campground to myself. Facilities for showering were fine. Park employees were very friendly. I saw some cabins at park that they rent out that looked like a good deal for the non camping people. Short drive away is the town of New Harmony. They seem to have a lot of events in summer and fall. Access to the Wabash River right at the park

    • Camper-submitted photo from Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access
      April 9, 2024

      Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access

      Quite, Private.

      Very nice campground, better than what I expected. We stayed at site 20 with a 36' travel trailer we had to actually drive all the way to the end of the campground to turn around so we could back into the site.  Cravens Bay is secluded and about a 2 mile drive off the main road running through LBL.

      There is a attendant at the site that you have to check in with first who will let you know what sites are available and pay after you have chosen your site and settled in.  The attendant station did have some snacks for sale as well ice, also in the event that you may need assistance with any problems at you camp site or even with your camper the attendant more than likely has the tools to help you.

      The road leading into the campsite is paved but narrow, the roads at the campsite are well hard packed gravel and very narrow.  Cravens Bay basically breaks down into two areas, the low ground (first sites upon entering) and the high ground (sites further in at the top of the hill), there are some sites scattered in-between these two areas but for the most part the largest campsites areas are the high and low ground sites.  The sites in-between the two high and low ground areas are very private and two are definitely secluded.

      We stay three days and during that time other than the occasional fisherman or the attendant driving by it was definitely very private and quite.  There were some seasonal campers there who were very helpful and friendly (even cut up some timber for us to burn).  

      If you don't mind not having any hook ups and dry/boon docking with your camper Cravens Bay has a lot to offer in terms of privacy, peace, boating, fishing, and swimming.  Defiantly for the nature lovers out there, nothing like seeing a Bald Eagle hunting fish while drinking coffee first thing in the morning.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      March 18, 2024

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Great Place!

      Stayed here on the way to and from Florida (home in Minnesota). Very nice campground. Well maintained, big sites for our 40ft fifth wheel, great sunrise/sunset views, and the bathrooms are very clean and well lite. The gentleman/host that greeted us at the office upon arrival was polite and helpful. Will definitely stay again!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      October 29, 2023

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Suburb Camping

      Came to this campsite with my boyfriend and I as well as our two dogs. We were in spot 51, we have a large 8 person tent and need water & electricity so we rent out RV spots instead of the typical tent spots. When we arrived after our 15 hour drive, someone decided to park in our site. Once they moved we were able to start putting up our tent which was on a hill so we were slanted throughout the night. A family rented out the entire rest of the cul-de-sac, which isn’t the parks fault, but they claimed the pavilion and surrounding area. I would call this more of “suburb camping” because there are hardly any trees for privacy, large open fields of grass, and you are 2 minutes from the highway, food, and gas stations. It is only a single bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower instead of any stalls. They provide WiFi that did not work for us, we had better connection with our cellular data. No garbages anywhere in the campsite, thankfully we had our own garbage bags and tossed it in the dumpster before we left. It was fine to crash for one night, but I wouldn’t want to stay here for an extended period of time.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      October 23, 2023

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Quiet, Peacefull, Friendly

      This was one of the best I have stayed out. I met some nice people, Manager helped me get my electric set up, (user error), Facilities clean and very nice, roads and park well taken care of..

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      October 7, 2023

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Close to home, will be back

      Easy access, very clean facilities and lots to do and see nearby, friendly service. The constant interstate noise is a bit annoying

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      June 18, 2023

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Very clean and well kept - new campground

      This campground is very clean! Large open sites- shade is minimal for most sites but we had a beautiful large site with some shade (site 51). They have new trees planted.

      There is no pool or activities for kids but we went out and explored the area

      Beautiful walking/bike paths around the property

      Hosts were very kind and helpful, we felt very welcomed!

      There is some freeway noise but didn’t bother us at all

      Laundry and bathroom facilities were very clean - was great to do a laundry mid trip!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      May 7, 2023

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Full Hookup Value

      There are numerous state park campgrounds in the area, but we stayed here for the full Hookups and available wifi. Just of I-24, was a plus as well. We did hear traffic noise from the interstate, but it was tolerable. Showers were clean. With a discount from this app, we saved $16 off our stay. Close by are dining options and a dollar general.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      November 20, 2022

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Plain and Average

      Easy in/out, reasonable rates, but pretty plain. Used to be a golf course, so few spots have any trees that could provide shade as of 2022. Host was nice, matter of fact and all business.

      Stayed here twice, once on the way out to Yellowstone, and once on the way back. The nearby town is small and kind of dumpy.

      Was fine for a one night stay. Giving it an average, 3 star rating.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
      October 21, 2022

      Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

      Beautiful place

      This is such a beautiful park. The rooms are dated but very clean. The views here are breathtaking. Hiking trails, paddle boating, canoeing and kayaking and geocaching.

    • Camper-submitted photo from KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point
      September 25, 2022

      KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point

      Great during end of season for large groups

      Prizer Point is where I hostess a (Usually) large-ish group of women campers for a looong weekend of festivities. Our weekend themes have been simple (this year I taught Geocaching) to full blown festival (last year was Pirate's in the Cove). The success of the event weekends is largely due to the amazing staff at Prizer, as they accommodate a lot of last minute pleas for changes and help! This customer service amenity was truly evident this last April, when I hosted over 70 women campers from across the United States who camp local to a natural disaster area while they do volunteer services in the affected community - the Prizer staff made our stay very accommodating, even opening up the new "lagoon" area for our RV's with freshly paved full hookup pull through sites, a beautifully renovated bath house, large grassy area for gathering and our tent campers, and a bonfire area. The pools were (are usually are not) open when the women and I come to camp on our "week-end" (every September), and the lake was already at winter pool this year, but that makes it quite easy to launch a kayak, or SUP right from the floating dock that is sitting on the bottom of the inlet.  In years past we've stayed in the cove area, on the original side of the park, where there is only water and electric hook ups. Prizer has a "honey wagon" that comes and pumps your waste water tanks every other day or as needed. The new lagoon area has full hook up so you don't need the honey wagon.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Canal - Lake Barkley
      August 6, 2022

      Canal - Lake Barkley

      Beautiful Views

      I stayed here for 1 night in early April at an RV back-in site#81 on the hill. Water and electric were at the site. There was a dump station, trash and recycling near the campground entrance. The views were spectacular- especially the sunset. I would gladly stay here again!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee Forest Campground
      July 11, 2022

      Shawnee Forest Campground

      Nice campground

      Easy access from interstate, full hook-ups, clean bathhouse and friendly camp hosts. Only stayed one night, quick stop on way home  but will definitely be back when we when head this way again.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Equestrian Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      July 7, 2022

      Equestrian Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

      Well taken care of and quiet

      I’ve stayed here a couple of time, car camping and tent camping. You have to walk from the parking lot into the basic sites but they are super close. Trying here was nice, and campsites a quiet and well taken care of. My only complain is the trails in this park are not clearly marked and they do not offer maps you can take with you. Other than it’s a great place!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      June 28, 2022

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Maybe not a tent…

      the heat was definitely a vibe killer. our tent trapped in so much heat and humidity it was INSANE. plots are very close together, so you have people around you. and animals start to become active around 8:30pm. we had some trouble with a few raccoons coming up to our table and having no fear to approach us. i suggest keeping a large stick with you. and bring a candle to keep bugs away. they’re everywhere and all over you. wouldn’t recommend trail #2 either. only trail i went on while i was there and i ran into at least 20 spiderwebs, a large bug chased us for another good 2 miles continuing to land on us and buzz in our ears. the trails are long with no mile markers, but very cool scenery on the way. the trail ended at a road, where you have to walk all the way back to camp (about 45 minutes) up hills and on the road.. ALSO LIVE BUGS IN SHOWERS!!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
      June 10, 2022

      Harmonie State Park Campground

      Beautiful State Park

      This state park was easy to find. We arrived about 4:45 PM as their Sunday check in time is 5:00 PM. There were still campers coming out of the park. Check in was super easy thanks to a very nice ranger. We proceeded 3 miles into the park to the campground(CG) loop areas. We were offered pull through site 20 if we didn’t want our reserved site 22 that was a back-in with electric(50/30 AMP) only. Site 22 was an easy back-in and its a large site so we stuck with this site. We paid$23 per night, plus$5 transaction fee, and$3.22 tax for this site. Upon arrival we payed a one-time$9(out of state) entrance fee. There are water spigots periodically spaced around the loops. Ours was about 55 feet from our site, which was convenient to fill our fresh water tank. There was a sign on the spigot not allowing splitters to connect for more permanent use. We were in one of the CG’s first loops, 16-28, that was pretty much empty during our two night’s stay Sun- Tue the first week week of June. We liked this loop’s privacy and space between sites. In the main campground areas(sites 60- 100s) the RV and tent sites were closer together but we did notice that a few sites around 118 had electric and water. There were quite a few restrooms/shower facilities smartly placed throughout the CG loops. This state park was among the cleanest and well maintain that we have experienced during our journeys.



    Guide to Cave-In-Rock

    Camping near Cave-In-Rock, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails around the area. Many campers rave about the trails at Pharoah - Garden of the Gods Rec Area Campground, with one visitor saying, "Easy walking distance to the observation trail that is the highlight of this park."
    • Fishing: Enjoy fishing in the nearby lakes. Campers at Oak Point - Lake Glendale appreciate the lake's beauty, with one reviewer noting, "Good hiking, kayaking, and fishing."
    • Exploring caves: Visit the nearby Cave-in-Rock State Park. One long-time visitor shared, "I have been coming here for a really long time... I just love it here."

    What campers like:

    • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A reviewer at Redbud Campground at Bell Smith Springs mentioned, "The grounds and pit toilets were remarkably clean, and I saw no trash or broken glass anywhere."
    • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at Pine Ridge. One visitor said, "The rustic sites are well spread out so they feel very private."
    • Peaceful atmosphere: Many campers find the tranquility of the area appealing. A reviewer at Jackson Falls stated, "This is a spectacular place if you are looking for private and semi-private dispersed campgrounds."

    What you should know:

    • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Redbud Campground at Bell Smith Springs, do not have drinking water or electric hookups. A visitor noted, "There is no potable water on site."
    • Busy weekends: Expect larger crowds on weekends, especially at popular spots like Pharoah - Garden of the Gods Rec Area Campground. One camper advised, "Recommend only visiting Monday thru Thursday."
    • Road conditions: Some access roads can be rough. A visitor at Jackson Falls mentioned, "The road to get into the primitive camp area is long and just a little bumpy."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose quieter times: To avoid crowds, consider visiting during the week. A family at Redbud Campground at Bell Smith Springs suggested, "Too many people, mostly day hikers... Recommend only visiting Monday thru Thursday."
    • Bring entertainment: With limited amenities, it's good to have games or activities. One camper at Pine Ridge mentioned, "Great location for hiking trails."
    • Pack snacks: Since some campgrounds lack markets, it's wise to bring your own food. A visitor at Oak Point - Lake Glendale noted, "They have firewood available for $4 a bundle."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park mentioned, "The sites are very small but spread out."
    • Bring extra cords: Some sites have shared electric pedestals, so bring long cords. A visitor at the same campground noted, "Sites on outer perimeter have water and electric, just bring enough hose and cords to hook up."
    • Plan for rough roads: Be prepared for bumpy access roads, especially at places like Jackson Falls. A camper shared, "The road getting there does vary in surfaces but our van made it fine."

    Camping near Cave-In-Rock, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're hiking, fishing, or just enjoying nature, there's something for every outdoor enthusiast.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Cave-In-Rock, IL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cave-In-Rock, IL is Shawnee Forest Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 32 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Cave-In-Rock, IL?

      TheDyrt.com has all 17 equestrian camping locations near Cave-In-Rock, IL, with real photos and reviews from campers.