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Several RV parks near Equality, Illinois provide full hookup options for travelers exploring the Shawnee National Forest region. Fiedlerland RV Park in Shawneetown offers drive-in sites for recreational vehicles with big-rig friendly access, though water and electric hookups are not available at individual sites. Marion Campground & RV Park provides year-round camping with electric hookups, sewer connections, and water hookups on gravel sites. "The sites are very close together with no privacy. There are some pull-thru sites, which is convenient," noted one camper about Marion Campground. Venture River RV Park features big-rig friendly sites with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections, while Birdsville Riverside RV Park in Kentucky maintains 34 sites with 30/50-amp service and sewer hookups.
Most RV parks in the region operate seasonally, with limited availability during winter months. Birdsville Riverside RV Park operates from March through November, while others like Marion Campground remain open year-round. Cell service varies throughout the area, with stronger signals near larger towns. Dump stations are available at several locations, including South Sandusky Campground where, according to visitor feedback, "Dump stations are easy access on the way out." Many parks accommodate pets, though specific restrictions may apply. During peak seasons, especially in fall when foliage attracts visitors to the Shawnee National Forest, advance reservations are recommended as campgrounds fill quickly. Some parks offer concrete pads while others feature gravel sites that may require leveling blocks during wet weather.
"Birdsville Riverside RV Park has a great setup for RVers looking to enjoy the area without being on top of their neighbors. Check them out and share some pics of your stay on the Dyrt!"
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability"FHU & water & electric sites. Shower house too."
"We are traveling in a 45 ft fifth wheel. This campground was easy to access, we did not hear any traffic noise, and the campground is in a valley, making it pretty quiet."
"There are many pull through spots all concrete. Just off the freeway so no time lost for an overnight stay. Very clean and very friendly camp hosts."
from $42 - $45 / night
Check Availability"T-Mobile Home Internet."
"The facilities are great, but you can tell it is a very new campground by the lack of mature trees for shade. Fortunately, we were not at camp during the heat of the day."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"This actually feels like a campground and not a parking lot even though it’s super convenient to the interstate."
"Nice place clean and quiet Water pressure is only about 30 to 35 psi that is a little week. People were very nice and helpful ."
from $40 / night
Check Availability"Took a road trip in are RV over the summer last year and stumbled across this place they had it all water hookup waste hook up and were very reasonable on price definitely recommend"
"This little gem is off the beaten path but well worth it! Super nice owner, very clean small park without a lot of extra frills. All open sites waterfront, 30 or 50 amp, sewer and water hookups."
"Sites alternated pull in and back in sharing water and electric pedestals. Lots of space on door side of TT. Trash picked up daily from end of the site."
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability"I was more than satisfied with the facilities and service. I would highly recommend to others."
from $40 - $200 / night
"There is a dump station and potable water at the entrance to the campground. There are also some water spigots sprinkled throughout the campground."
"This was a great campground with fantastic views of the lake. We also hiked Garden of the Gods and Burden Falls in the Shawnee National Forest. The hikes were great."
from $8 / night
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GuideQuiet clean campground, 8 sites, one water spigot, pit toilets, hiking and biking, 9 miles to Garden of the Gods. Campground is right next to road. Local traffic is minimal, most sites will accommodate 30ft trailer or motor home.
TravelerI’m not sure where the good reviews come from. Ive tried to find another Fern Lake to make sure I was at the correct one. Bath facilities have half doors so you are shitting in public. Your kids get the nice look over by any of the weird full timers living junk squaller. The power poles are only standing by the shear strength of all the cobbled together wires and electric tape. It’s not safe. It’s fucking dangerous. Most the fire “pits” are shitty rings from 60 years ago at least. There is zero maintenance here. It’s very loud next to the freeway. Sites are small and on top of each other. Lots are small. Not level. And little gravel. The cinder blocks keep you from backing in too far. Most of the water posts are “shared” because others don’t work. Picnic tables are a fucking joke. Rotten. Lead paint and worthless. The water retaining POND has a grass path around it so you can admire what recycled concrete can create where there was once no POND. One star is extremely generous. Just like the generous $10 a bundle for wood. Keep on trucking. It’s not far to go to find something worthwhile. This is a 100% pass. Before you think I’m some kind of pre Madonna, I will say we are a minimalist family that camps in unimproved spots and boondocks all the time. This place is gross. And disturbing that anyone reviews it for more than a 1 star. Most of the reviews are flat out lies. One talks about the clean bathrooms, hot showers, and one mentions a fucking pool! Wtf? Shitting in your own fire ring is more private. Pictures sooooo under tell the story of what a shot hole this place is. It’s off the freeway very close. And there is a Mexican restaurant across the street and a Casey’s essentially attached. If that’s what you like. Have fun. But any great reviews are from either someone who came and went in the dark. Or are from the owners.
GuideGreat campsite very large easy to get in and additional parking for your truck right next to your trailer
GuideWhat started as a one-night camping trip quickly turned into a three-night stay—I just didn't want to leave! Most of the campsites feature beautiful lake views and are well-shaded by tall trees. Each spot is equipped with an electric hookup, a fire pit, and a picnic table, plus having access to hot showers made the stay super comfortable. To top it off, our cats loved taking walks with us around the campground!
ScoutThe site would not let us book a reservation. I called and spoke to someone in the main office. She said Tent sites were available and since the site was not working to check in with security when we got there. I asked how late they would be there, she said all night. We got there at 5 pm. No one was camping office. Plenty of tent sites available. We called explained the call from earlier. The lady transferred us to the security line. I then reexplained everything. The security officer told us to come back tomorrow when the office opened there was nothing we could do tonight. He told us we couldn’t stay the night even though we were told earlier we could. Very disappointed by the management of this place.
ScoutRend Lake, in Whittington, Il is just a great place to camp. From primitive to full hook ups they have what you need for a Corps of Engineers campground.
GuideVery small, maybe 10-12 sites that are first come first serve. $10 per night as of September 2026. Solid Verizon cell coverage. Very quiet.
GuideI stayed at a walk-to tent site for which the price was $8 per night. Pretty solid Verizon cell signal. Clean showers and well kept. The place did sound pretty loud as far as older partiers, though around 9pm, it was near silent. I'd definitely stay here again.
TravelerI believe this is one of the best campgrounds I've been to. It is safe friendly, theres laundry, lp fill, close to rend lake, 20 mins from walmart, a great place to relax and visit, vacation, whatever you like.
Several RV parks around Equality, Illinois provide full hookup options within the Shawnee National Forest region. Fiedlerland RV Park in Old Shawneetown offers electric hookups, gravel sites, and accommodates big rigs with 50-amp service. Marion Campground & RV Park features full hookup sites with sewer connections, though spacing between sites is limited. "Pull thru, 50 amp, full hookup. Sites are close together. Very loud from constant campers in and out, I57, and a train," noted one visitor. Birdsville Riverside RV Park, located near Smithland, Kentucky, provides 34 well-spaced riverfront sites with water, sewer, and electric hookups, operating from March through November.
Access to many RV parks requires careful route planning, particularly during peak seasons when sites fill quickly. Most campgrounds in the region offer sanitary dump stations, with Pine Ridge at Pounds Hollow Recreation Area providing electric hookups but limited water availability at individual sites. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with higher elevation campsites generally providing better connectivity. For RVers seeking year-round options, Marion Campground remains open throughout all seasons, while travelers with larger rigs should verify site dimensions before arrival. Between November and March, limited campground options may be available, with several parks closing for winter. Pets are allowed at most facilities, though designated walking areas vary by location.
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