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.
$45 - $65 / night
"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!"
"FHU & water & electric sites. Shower house too."
$42 - $45 / night
"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."
$25 - $45 / night
"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."
$10 / night
"Great trails within walking distance. One of the most clear and closest to the sky areas in the midwest for sky gazing. The camp sites are nicely sized."
"We made a goal to visit every nation forest, park, monument, including all the state ones as well."
$40 / night
"This actually feels like a campground and not a parking lot even though it’s super convenient to the interstate."
"Little swings for the littles and lots of room to walk your dog.."
$45 - $65 / night
"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."
$40 - $200 / night
"I was more than satisfied with the facilities and service. I would highly recommend to others."
$10 / night
"Trying out my recently purchased 17’ clipper travel trailer. Loved the area and the campsites are very roomy, especially for a small camper."
"You can get some cell service but only in choice areas (at the front by the water spigot and some of the roads leading down to the lake."
TravelerRiverview campground is a clean, quiet, family friendly campground. It overlooks the Ohio River and provides amazing views at sunset. The stargazing is also great. There are 30 amp and 50 amp sites with water, and a dump station is on site. Firewood is also provided. This was the perfect place to spend the weekend!
LegendNorth Sandusky Campground has 60 reservable campsites. All campsites have electric hookups, 16 campsites are full-hookup., 30 & 50 amp. There is a dump station, hot showers and flush toilets. Most sites are fairly level, but some have an incline to get into. Sites have water and sewer, and a picnic table. Sites are close to the water so you can fish or boat right from your campsite. There is a boat dock, boat ramp, playground, and disk golf course.
LegendSouth Marcum Campground is a Corp of Engineers campground just of I-57 in southern Illinois with over 100 reservable campsites. Sites have 30 & 50 amp Electric hookups. There is a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking. Also a playground in the Whispering Pines loop. The campground is on Rend Lake with swimming, fishing and boating. Most sites are level. Some are pull-through. The sites are set up to provide some privacy, and are not right on top of each other.
LegendWayne Fitzgerald State Park is on Rend Lake, just off I-57 in Southern Illinois. It’s a great place for camping, fishing and bikes. It’s convenient for a short stop if you are traveling through, or as a destination. Although it’s right off the interstate there is no traffic noise. The campground has 40 tent sites and over 240 modern campsites, which offer electrical hookups, water and sewer facilities. Modern sites are $20/night, with 30/50 amp service. Primitive sites are $6. There is no internet. There are a few pull through sites.. there is lots of room and the sites appear to be level. There are 3 shower buildings. Many sites can be reserved online. There is a playground, and boat ramp. The park has hunting, fishing, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking and boating. there is a golf course nearby and a lodge. Rend Lake is well-known for crappie, particularly in the early spring, as well as largemouth bass, channel catfish and bluegill.
GuideBurdette Park is on the west side of Evansville. Really nice park! Currently we are full timing there. They have maybe 24 full huck up spots and about 10 or so w/o sewer. 30/50 amp electric on all. All pads are drive through and very level. They don't have much going on in winter but summertime is great. Pool, trails, BMX racing on Friday nights and tons of shelters for your get-togethers! Wonderful camp managers!
GuideThis is a no frills campground just off of I-69/I-24. Check in was completed online and our site was marked with our name. All sites are full hook up with concrete pads. The county has a trail system that begin just a few hundred feet down the road that is a nice stretch of the legs. The skeleton on the motorcycle welcoming you was interesting, maybe we were really early or really late for Halloween. The campground is in need of some TLC of the grounds. There also seems to be a lot of long term residents.
GuideWe stopped here overnight twice because it was close to the highway and had pull-through sites to accommodate our 43’ fifth wheel. We were pleasantly surprised by how nice it was, and you couldn’t even hear the Highway. Our sites both times were in the gravel pull-through area, which seems to be intended for short stays. Even though we were close to the neighbors the sites are angled, so we had a beautiful view of a grassy area with trees out our living room windows. The longer stay sites had gravel and then grass in between the sites, and views of a lake. Very serene, pretty and clean campground.
GuidePaid $35 per night for 2 nights after our Passport America discount. Not sure it would have been worth the full price. Full hookups. 50amp, water (55psi), and sewer. Cell coverage for AT&T and Verizon were both adequate to stream and work. The check-in process was a bit slow. We kinda expected that since it took us a dozen calls just to get someone to pick up the phone to make a reservation. We were first in line at check-in and spent at least 10 minutes going over all sorts of rules and information. Luckily we showed up at 3:05pm because they charge $25 for "early check-in" any time before 3pm. We're full-time RVers and have stayed at nearly 140 campgrounds and that's the first time we've seen something before 3pm called "early" and that's a pretty steep price for check-in. Our entire section of the campground was empty. Our neighbors actually showed up at 2pm and opted to wait an hour in the parking lot to go to their un-occupied site rather than paying $25. But besides the check-in, the campground was beautiful. Plenty of tree cover. The roads are paved and easy to navigate. Many of the amenities are closed for covid but there were still people riding around on their bikes. Definitely a bike-centric park with trails and bike paths around. It's not located next door to Traverse City but it's not far to get to most things. We camped at Timber Ridge Campground & Recreation Resort in a Fifth Wheel.
ScoutI’m a novice car camper, sleeping in my Tesla Model 3. This campground is quiet and clean. The host is very friendly and knowledgeable. Each site has 50 amp electric service (so you can charge your EV with a NEMA 14-50 plug), fresh water, fire pits, and picnic tables. A nice stop to visit the Shawnee National Forest.
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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