Best Cabin Camping near Cobden, IL
"Very clean, level sites, large lake with a well maintained walking trail," notes a visitor to Arrowhead Lake Campground. Cabin rentals near Cobden, Illinois include options at Giant City State Park, Touch of Nature Education Center, and Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge. Giant City State Park offers cabin rentals through their CCC lodge with restaurant access on site. Camp Manitowa at Cedar Point provides basic cabin accommodations with drinking water, fire pits, picnic tables, showers, and toilets. Most cabins in the region feature electricity and beds, though amenities vary significantly between locations. A review of Touch of Nature Education Center mentions "lodges, cabins, shelters, parking, fire pits with wood supplied."
Rustic and deluxe cabin options exist throughout the region, with varying levels of furnishing. Most locations require reservations, especially during peak seasons. Pet policies differ by location, with several campgrounds like Giant City State Park and Touch of Nature Education Center allowing pets at their cabin sites. Bear Branch Campground offers cabins starting at $40 per night, though one reviewer cautioned about maintenance issues, noting "the cabin looked as if it was placed in the 1980's and has never been touched." Camp Manitowa and Crab Orchard Lake cabins remain open year-round, while others operate seasonally.
Visitors should verify what supplies are provided before arrival. Most cabins include basic furniture and electricity, but many require guests to bring their own linens, towels, and cooking equipment. Firewood is supplied at several locations including Touch of Nature Education Center. Campground stores at Giant City State Park and Crab Orchard provide basic provisions, though selection is limited. Larger grocery options require driving to nearby towns. Cabin guests should also prepare for local wildlife, as one camper at Gun Creek mentioned encountering "a little skunk walking around this morning" near their site.
