Best Camping near Fults, IL

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Fults, IL is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Fults campgrounds just for you. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Fults, IL (73)

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585 Reviews of 73 Fults Campgrounds


  • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Jan. 5, 2025

    Hawn State Park Campground

    Fall Favorite

    Hawn is a one of the best fall campgrounds close to the St. Louis area.  There are a number of hiking options around the campground in the park and nearby nature reserve.  

    It is a smaller campground with a good mix of electric and non-electric sites.  The restrooms were clean and they also have some vault toilets in the park for convenience.

  • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
    Jan. 5, 2025

    St. Francois State Park Campground

    Loud and Crowded Camping

    The campground has oddly shaped campsites causing a crowded feel.  The campground is also loud on the weekends especially if there are races at the nearby Bonne Terre drag strip.

  • Gonzo A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kaskaskia State Park Campground
    Jan. 3, 2025

    Fort Kaskaskia State Park Campground

    Beautiful Views

    Stayed here last fall and really loved the fall colors and views this park has to offer.  I can't say the facilities were great - there were only vault toilets and no showers that I saw.  Relatively small loop for RVs.  Sites weren't exactly great.  I ended up landing one of the paved sites, which had lots of space and I believe may have been handicapped.  The park wasn't busy and I was able to stay a few extra days.  Suggest checking it out in the fall when the leaves are changing as it was absolutely gorgeous.

  • Gonzo A.
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
    Jan. 3, 2025

    St. Francois State Park Campground

    Nice But A Little Crowded

    St. Francois is a nice park tucked in the forest off of Hwy 67.  It's a quaint park that tends to fill up fast depending on time of year.  The sites are a bit more snug together than I would prefer.  There are some nice hiking options within the park.  It was exceptionally quiet when I stayed both times.

  • Gonzo A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
    Jan. 3, 2025

    Hawn State Park Campground

    One of MIssouri's Many Gems

    Hawn is a lovely park just south of the city a few clicks.  It's tucked away into the trees with ample shade and options for backpacking, backcountry hiking.  The park is nice and sites are spaced out enough.  Not sure about cell service but had a site in the 2nd campground in the middle where there's a break in the trees.  I was able to use Starlink.  People were friendly and overall lovely park and experience.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park
    Nov. 12, 2024

    Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park

    Close to downtown, view of the arch, lots of trains

    $70 per night, plus $20 pet fee and $5 reservation fee. Stayed two nights passing through to visit Gateway Arch National Park. Casino is pretty old looking on the outside. Park is not staffed, you get a gate code in your email to access the park. Spots are concrete and gravel, very urban camping. There are trains every 15-30 minutes all day long. Casino has a metro stop that takes you into St Louis over the river. First time paying a pet fee for a overnight stay. Not very busy in November, maybe 25% of spots full in the half of the park that is open. Utilities are set up weird on all sites - Water and electric are at the very rear of the site by the sewer, so you will need a decent sized hose to reach if your water intake is in the front of your camper.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Brazil Creek Camping Area
    Nov. 3, 2024

    Brazil Creek Camping Area

    Great Little Rest Stop

    Very nice free camp ground that is suitable for any type of camping.

    The Ranger, who was very nice, had good service with AT&T, I had TMobile at my campsite with a booster.

    Miles and miles of trails for Mountain Biking, horse riding or just hiking, and you can ride your ATV on the roads but you need an orange triangle.

    Well worth the 20 to 30 minute trip off the highway.

  • Tabitha R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnson Creek
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Johnson Creek

    Nice!

    This campground provides large spots, drinking water, vault toliets, dumpsters, picnic table, lantern hook, fire ring, and contactless check in. I also appreciate the value of these sites. It really is a reasonable rate for forest camping.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Creek RV Park
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Birch Creek RV Park

    Nice spot for quick stop

    This is a small RV park just off I-44 about 20 minutes from Meramec Caverns. It’s very close to the highway so there is lots of highway noise. Some sites are farther away so not so bad. There is easy access from I-44.

    30 & 50-Amp Electrical, Water & Sewer Hook-ups. Concrete pads. Bathroom/showers are clean. Pet friendly, coin laundry. Some pull thru sites. Adjacent to the Great American Flea Market on weekends if you like that stuff.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pin Oak RV Park
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Pin Oak RV Park

    Old and shows wear

    This is an older RV park and campground, and the age shows. We spent several nights here due to engine problems with our tow vehicle. The sites are level, and there is plenty of shade. (One advantage of being an older park.) But everything is just a little run down. The sites are gravel and close together do not much privacy. They come with water, sewer & electric. There is a pool (closed when we were there), playground, mini golf, a lake, game room, laundry and a small store with basics. The bathroom and showers were clean, but dated. Not all facilities were in working order. Two of 6 washers were out of service, one bathroom stall was out of order, pot holes in the road. There are also cabins, and RVs available to rent. There is quite a bit of traffic noise from I-44 and there are a lot of excess lights kept on all night long. The staff was friendly and check in was easy. Many of the sites are occupied be semi-permanent residents. They have internet, but it is weak and spotty. Saturday night they had a band making noise for 3 hours!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    St. Francois State Park Campground

    Peaceful

    I stayed from 9/4/24-9/8/24. I stayed in the primitive campground. It was very quiet and peaceful. My site was close to the camp host and the shower house. Shower house was nice with 4 separate showers with locking doors. Water pressure was great and they were clean. There is a handicap shower unit as well that had a bench and hooks and a shelf to keep your things dry. The bathrooms were separate from the showers with 4 locking stalls. These too were kept clean and toilet paper was always full. Four sinks and mirrors and one outlet close to the sinks for hairdryer etc. The grounds were clean and grass was nicely cut. My campsite had a picnic table a campfire with grill grate and a light post to hang a lantern. The camp host were very friendly and drove around often on golf carts to make sure ppl were ok or needed anything. There was a place to fill your bottled water containers. The checkin office sold ice, campfire wood and a variety of ice creams, stickers and t shirts and sweatshirts. The park has trailheads to hike and an equestrian area. River access for swimming and fishing. There is a separate area with electrical sites and also handicap sites in the electrical and primitive campgrounds. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will be returning often.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Sep. 8, 2024

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Do not stay here

    The management and owner of this place do not care about their business or their customers. We had a terrible accident at this campground over the summer where a tree crushed and totaled our camper van, thankfully none of our family was harmed. KOA immediately wiped their hands of this telling us they have nothing to do with it and we needed to deal with our insurance. They did not even feel the need to refund our stay. I would NEVER stay here again and suggest if you do, hopefully you have really good insurance.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cahokia RV Parque
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Cahokia RV Parque

    Great Stop Over Location

    The location is just 15 minutes from downtown St Louis. Service was great and site came w power and water and sewer hookup. Showers were ok and they were clean. Pull through site was a life saver.

    Great BBQ place on site and camp guests get a discount!

  • Bj M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Berryman Trail & Campgrounds - Mark Twain National Forest
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Berryman Trail & Campgrounds - Mark Twain National Forest

    My second stay at Berryman

    I like that quite surroundings. But as a July 1 2024 they started cutting the timber. An they are going to a paid camping area. They have fire rings, tables and blacktop parking spots.
    It's a shame it's going to cost to be here.

  • Nathaniel B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
    Aug. 8, 2024

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    Best campsite we've found to explore STL

    Well maintained and well managed park. Staff on duty at all hours is awesome! We called ahead but didn't need a reservation. It is a city park and had that feel... not many trees for shade but the lake was pretty and the playground was good for the kiddos. Five minutes from food and stores. 30 minutes from downtown Saint Louis. I'll

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park

    Can’t beat the convenience just wish it were a tad less sketch

    I’m just happy there are a lot of people here. Half the place is full but there’s just an underlying sketchy vibe. Gateway arch is a 20min walk and baseball stadium just 15min beyond that. Hard to beat that convenience. Just want to feel a tad safer.

  • lThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout

    Lots of fun close to home

    Nice rv park. Lots to do. The golf carts are genius. We used all weekend and had a great time. Played in the waterhole, played on the lake w/paddleboats and kayaks. Nice campsites and showerhouse. The bar and store were beautiful. Arcade, pool,games for kids and adults. Loved it

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hazel Creek Campground
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Hazel Creek Campground

    Spacious and Beautiful

    We spent a one night get-away at Hazel Creek with our 30 foot travel trailer. The gravel road into the campground was no problem for a pickup with a trailer. It would be fine for a passenger car, too.

    The campsites are large. Several back up to the creek, which is shallow and pretty. The rest are scattered through the wooded campground. Come for the scenery and the hiking. You won't be disappointed.

    There are no amenities other than fire rings, picnic tables, and food posts. There is no cell phone coverage. Follow the USFS directions, not Google Maps. That will put you on good paved roads.

  • Nick W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park

    Great short term camping

    Nice spots and facility. Great place to just drop in for a short 1 night stay. Well maintained facility. No staff on site, book via camplife and they send you a gate code

  • Dennis P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park
    Jun. 19, 2024

    Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park

    Great location!

    Even though this RV park is in a city, we felt safe. And it's view of the Gateway Arch can't be beat. Easy check in, but the camp host said the shaded spots were too narrow, they were not. Stayed three nights and saw all the sites: The Gateway Arch, Union Station, aquarium, botanical gardens, Anheiser Busch brewery tour, Guido's restaurant. Asphalt level pads with FHU, both 30 & 50 amp service. We have had a fun time here even doing laundry.

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
    Jun. 16, 2024

    St. Francois State Park Campground

    RV campsites

    Awesome place to camp. Bummed the sites didn’t have their own water hookups. Staff is super kind. Quiet time is at 10pm and fellow campers are certain to enforce that rule but that’s unfortunate for those of us who still want to listen to music and sit by the fire. Overall great camping spot!


Guide to Fults

Camping near Fults, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to check out.

What to do:

  • Hiking Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Hawn State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "There are several hiking trails and an overlook," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Fishing and Swimming: At St. Francois State Park Campground, you can enjoy river access for swimming and fishing. A visitor shared, "The park has trailheads to hike and an equestrian area. River access for swimming and fishing."
  • Family Activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags is perfect for families. One reviewer said, "Tons of activities for the kiddos and right next door to Six Flags."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at St. Joe State Park Campground. A review noted, "Very nice and well-kept campground."
  • Secluded Spots: Many enjoy the quiet atmosphere at Robertsville State Park Campground. One camper said, "This is a nice quiet campground," which is perfect for those looking to escape the noise.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff at Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney. A visitor remarked, "The people were very nice."

What you should know:

  • Crowded on Holidays: If you plan to visit Hawn State Park Campground during holiday weekends, be prepared for crowds. One reviewer warned, "The sites are in close proximity to one another so it gets crowded during Holiday weekends."
  • Limited Privacy: At St. Francois State Park Campground, some sites are close together. A camper mentioned, "If privacy is your main concern, you may be better served looking elsewhere."
  • No Water Hookups: Campers at Washington State Park Campground noted that some sites lack water hookups. One camper said, "Bummed the sites didn’t have their own water hookups."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Kid-Friendly Campgrounds: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Resort At Six Flags is a great option. A parent shared, "Highly helpful staff. A guide will assist you to your site and helped with backing in and leveling the RV."
  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. One reviewer at St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA said, "The campsite was very nice with lots of trees. It had a pool for the kids and some fun things for little ones to do there."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring along games and outdoor toys to keep the kids entertained. A camper at Robertsville State Park Campground mentioned, "Great support staff," which can help if you need anything.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level. A reviewer at St. Joe State Park Campground noted, "Some sites were not as level as others."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: If you’re near busy roads, expect some noise. A camper at Cahokia RV Parque said, "Nights are noisy!!! About 3am sounded like a dump truck was driving through camp."
  • Plan for Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you’re used to. A visitor at Casino Queen RV Park mentioned, "No staff on site, book via camplife and they send you a gate code."

Camping near Fults, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Fults, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Fults, IL offers a wide range of camping options, with 73 campgrounds and RV parks near Fults, IL and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fults, IL is Hawn State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 36 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Fults, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Fults, IL.

  • What parks are near Fults, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Fults, IL that allow camping, notably Wappapello Lake and Carlyle Lake.