Best Camping near Chatham, IL

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Best Camping Sites Near Chatham, IL (40)

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174 Reviews of 40 Chatham Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Waverly Lake City Park
    September 12, 2024

    Waverly Lake City Park

    Nice little lake and camp ground

    I've stayed here a couple times now. Each time there has only been one other person. It's quiet and peaceful, however there's not much to do. As far as I know there's no running water. There are portable toilets that are kept clean. There's also a 4 consecutive day per month limit.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sangchris Lake State Park Campground
    September 6, 2024

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    Lakeside Relaxation

    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.  About half the sites were filled by the second day we were there.  We settled on 62, which is spacious and provides access to the path from the front and behind where you can walk into site 64 as well.  A parking area with a single spot for each camp site is well marked and by two vault toilets.  Park staff and host were great.  A decent fishing spot is just in front of site 64.  $8 for IL residents is hard to beat, if you don't need an RV spot with electric.  A water source is also by the parking spots.  The weekend we were there the weather had cooled some and a great breeze was coming off the lake.  Springfield being so close is a bonus.

    The only negative is like any spot and how previous people leave the camp looking before you are there.  Some garbage in the fire pit and random spots are par for the course in any state park.  Pick up the trash and dump it in the dumpster by the parking lot.  Leave the site better than you found it is our motto.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jim Edgar Panther Creek - Family Campground
    September 2, 2024

    Jim Edgar Panther Creek - Family Campground

    JIM Edgar Panther Creek S.P.

    Praire Lake Campground has 3 facilities on the lake. FAMILY camp for Rv, Tentand cabins. 1. 84 sites with Electric or 19 have FHU. 2. Primitive Camp has seven three-sided shelters to camp near or in for a fee of $6 per night 3. Group camp area. A separate location has the equestrian campground, Questing Hills, with 51 electric sites.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Evening Star Camping Resort
    July 26, 2024

    Evening Star Camping Resort

    Campers Are Like Family

    Love to swim in the pool, play in the bags tournaments, enjoy the fundraiser in July for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, mini golf, basketball and theme weekends. My favorite is the chili cook off and Halloween weekends are a blast!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area
    May 27, 2024

    Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area

    Great

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  • Camper-submitted photo from Anderson Lake SFWA
    April 6, 2024

    Anderson Lake SFWA

    Simple yet beautiful & peaceful.

    We have been here 3 Xs over the pas years as a stop over while traveling. They only have vault toilets, but clean. This time no water due to water break.issue. just a nice place on a beautiful lake. Nice for bird watching.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bridgeview park
    February 15, 2024

    Bridgeview park

    Excellent view

    Nice little park, port a potties, water and pavilion with grills and trash receptacles. Great views of the lake. Closes at 10:30

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area
    February 1, 2024

    Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area

    Clean park, cheap prices. Would definitely come back

    The park is reasonable priced, beautiful surrounding and friendly staff. Would definitely come again. The only downside is that it’s somewhat far from supply stores

  • Camper-submitted photo from Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area
    November 30, 2023

    Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

    State Park away from busier Illinois

    https://camp.exploremoreil.com/ 84 electric RV sites all reservable except 21 First Come sites. 18 sites are full hookup. Several 50 amp sites but majority are 30 amp. Modern Shower house and 7 Vault toilet buildings. Newer Campground so Shade Trees are smaller still. Have camped here 4 times past 3 years. Like the quite agricultural Illinois environment but suggest shopping for your needs prior to leaving larger cities as most of the few small towns are limited to a Bar and Dollar store.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kamper Kompanion RV Park
    November 6, 2023

    Kamper Kompanion RV Park

    Kamper Companion Family Favy

    We really enjoyed Kamper Companion! We stay there every time we pass through Litchfield. Quiet, family friendly, and great for our dogs. We love the dog yard!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    October 17, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Large campground, good location, good value

    On the state fairgrounds just off gate 10 or 11. Very large number of spaces…older bathrooms/ showers but very clean. All spaces seem to have electricity and water.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    September 28, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Clean, beautiful urban camp

    We always leave late on the first day of a trip and get stressed. This was an easy 3/4 day trip from our house and a great place to relax. Great thick grass carpet spots if you want.Great level paved pads if you want.Friendly checking , friendly security driving around all night. Lots of showers, mine was good and hot. Some traffic noise All kinds of open spots if it isn’t fair week. Don’t just show up fair week.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Lane Campground
    September 8, 2023

    Hickory Lane Campground

    👍

    Small. Quiet. Pretty. Two small lakes with fountains. You can hear the fountains at night, it's nice. Excellent price for tent camping.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Buena Vista Farms Campground
    September 4, 2023

    Buena Vista Farms Campground

    Nice and Quiet

    If your looking just to get way and relax or go explore Jacksonville or Springfield you can get there in 40 minutes.

    The wifi isn’t strong enough to reach back to where we were but that was okay, I guess we didn’t need to watch tv anyways.

    You can still here some cars because of the highway but it wasn’t like really crazy. The part is a decent size if you don’t want to hear traffic go further in the back.

    Terry the owner she is super nice and friendly you would want to come back just for that alone.

    The wifi isn’t so strong but i guess we didn’t need to watch TV. If you don’t want to hear the traffic I suggest getting a spot in the back. The part is a decent size we really didn’t hear it until the morning so by that time it getting up and getting ready to go and explore. You can hit Springfield in bout 40 mins or downtown Jacksonville in 15.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sangchris Lake State Park Campground
    July 28, 2023

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    Hickory Point Heaven

    There's really no way to describe this campground except for: Accommodating. Beautiful. Clean. Convenient. Peaceful. Relaxing. We have spent many weekends here and have never had a bad experience. Tony and Danielle and the rest of the entire campground host staff and crew do absolutely everything to make sure you have a great stay!!! We appreciate them and this wonderful campground. Our favorite sites are 13, 18, 23. Please visit and enjoy!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    May 19, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Comfortable Place to stay

    The showers were clean. Campsites are close together, but not to busy while I was there. Reasonable. Staff friendly. Security regularly drove around.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sherwood Forest
    May 4, 2023

    Sherwood Forest

    Nicest hosts around

    The hosts at this campground were really nice. The bathrooms are clean, the place is quiet, and the nature around this place is a plus. As many people have mentioned, it’s a hidden gem!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sangchris Lake State Park Campground
    April 15, 2023

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    Fantastic lakeside camping

    I stayed at the tent sites. They are first come, first served, and a short walk from the parking spots. There are times of RV sites also, although the host said most all are reservable and only a handful are firstcome, first served. There are restrooms and a shower house that are clean.

  • Camper-submitted photo from The Double J Campground and RV Park
    November 6, 2022

    The Double J Campground and RV Park

    This place has a great location

    The bathrooms here were heated and sparkling clean. Our Starlink had zero obstructions worked lightening fast. We LOVED having a dog park to exercise our dogs daily!

    Great location, close to all the Springfield attractions and Slauterhaus Brewing in Auburn, IL (this is the best brewery nearby, better than Buzz Bomb or Obed & Issacs in town!).

  • Camper-submitted photo from Springfield KOA
    October 29, 2022

    Springfield KOA

    Nice relaxing campground

    Campground is quiet and in a nice wooded area but still only 5-10 minutes from nearby shopping and attractions in Springfield.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Buena Vista Farms Campground
    October 24, 2022

    Buena Vista Farms Campground

    Has potential

    Based on other reviews, we drive to the campground with intentions of staying the night. l talked with the owner over the phone to see about booking a site as we were getting in late. $50 per night and she would give 10% discount for Dyrt members. She said there were lots of sites open late in the season.

    Upon driving in, we saw sites on a large paved pad near the road with hook ups. Drive past the check in to see if there were sites that were off the road due to the road noise. Even though it was a bit off of the interstate, the noise from the highway was awful. The prairie land is flat which lends itself to easily traveling road noise. The road coming in was gravel, with some potholes. It has potential, but felt like a drive in theatre upon entering. We ultimately drove 30 more minutes to Jim Edgar Panther Creek WA for $20/night.



Guide to Chatham

Camping near Chatham, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Double J Campground and RV Park stated, "Nice bathrooms and showers."
  • Friendly atmosphere: Many visitors enjoy the welcoming vibe. One camper at Okaw Valley Kampground said, "Family owned with a nice little fishing area."
  • Spacious sites: Campers often mention the roomy sites. A review for Illinois State Fair Campground noted, "Very large number of spaces…older bathrooms/showers but very clean."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Coon Creek (IL), may have fewer amenities. A visitor remarked, "Check in crabby park attendants," indicating that service can vary.
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially at places like Weldon Springs State Park Campground. One camper warned, "The raccoons were so bad," which could be a concern for those camping with food.
  • Seasonal closures: Some campgrounds have specific seasons. For example, Sangchris Lake State Park Campground is open from April 1 to January 16.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. A review for Okaw Valley Kampground mentioned, "Kids liked the slides in the playground."
  • Plan for meals: Bring your own food or check for nearby stores. One camper at Coon Creek (IL) appreciated the "well-stocked store at the entrance."
  • Engage in group activities: Campgrounds like Clinton Lake State Recreation Area offer communal spaces for families to gather and play.

Tips from RVers:

Camping near Chatham, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot or a lively atmosphere, you'll find a campground that fits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Chatham, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Chatham, IL is The Double J Campground and RV Park with a 4.6-star rating from 19 reviews.

  • What parks are near Chatham, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Chatham, IL that allow camping, notably Lake Shelbyville and Carlyle Lake.