5 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV campgrounds serve the area surrounding Godfrey, Illinois, providing various levels of amenities for motorhome travelers. Cahokia RV Parque, located approximately 30 miles from Godfrey, offers full hookup sites with concrete patios and gravel pads that accommodate larger rigs. "The sites are a mix of shaded, partial-shade, and full sun with comfortable amount of space between sites," noted one camper. Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park provides paved sites with 50-amp service and sewer connections, positioned for easy access to downtown St. Louis. St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park features wide, spacious pull-through and back-in gravel sites with full hookups, though the park occasionally closes due to flooding along the Mississippi River.
Access to most RV parks requires navigating the interstate system connecting Illinois and Missouri, with several campgrounds positioned just off major highways for convenient overnight stops. During peak summer seasons, reservations are strongly recommended as parks within 30 minutes of St. Louis fill quickly with both travelers and longer-term guests. Dump stations are available at most parks, though Pere Marquette State Park offers only electric hookups with a shared dump facility. Cell service varies considerably across the region, with stronger signals near urban areas and potential weak spots in more rural locations west of Godfrey. One camper reported, "AT&T had 2 bars of 5G and Verizon 3 bars of LTE service" at Cahokia RV Parque. Pet restrictions differ between facilities, with most enforcing leash requirements and designated pet walking areas.
"Nice level concrete pads but definitely a bit crowded. Lots of big rigs. Very nice folks who checked us in. We seem well connected. Nice old downtown of St. Charles. Worth a walk. Art and stuff."
"Full hookups, concrete pads. No firepits. Close to a bunch of stuff. Fast wifi."
from $56 - $61 / night
"Very clean and secure overnight park just outside of STL. Phenomenal views of downtown and the arch, and fairly easy access to I-55/64/70."
"Full hookup sites on a mostly paved RV park. Big rigs fit easily. Some small areas of grass and trees with a dog walking area around the perimeter. Small play area for kids."
from $65 / night
"The grounds, pool, laundry, and bathrooms were all in excellent repair and clean. The park was quiet, but very family friendly."
"Pet-friendly, full hookups, space for our larger rig and parking around for extra vehicle. Laundry and propane on site. Spaces were a little close together, but minutes from downtown St."
from $39 - $59 / night
"We checked in and proceeded to back-in Site 426 with full hookups. As the last site in the campground, the curve in the road made for an exceptionally easy back-in."
"I've been to 370 Lakeside Park many times to walk around the huge lake and to hear concerts in the summer, but I had never camped there. Still haven't. I'll explain."
from $35 - $60 / night
Campground full this weekend
"Excellent little RV park behind a brewery. The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town."
"Nice basic rv park with full hook ups and a clean shower house. All the roads and pads are gravel and level."
from $25 - $58 / night
"Laundry on site. No wifi. Closed on weekends. Full hook up sites. Many of the sites are full time residents. Clean and quiet. $45 night, overpriced for being a side by side experience."
from $50 / night
"Quiet, family friendly, and great for our dogs. We love the dog yard!"
"Just off the highway, but minimal noise. Clean. Well maintained. Pleasant staff. We had a long pull through, but there are a limited number of those."
from $40 / night
TravelerCamp Host is very friendly and brought firewood to our site. Bath/shower house was clean. We were in the equestrian campground due to our 73 foot overall length. It was a great stay for visiting family. There are a lot of outdoor activities at the lake area, but no pool.
ScoutMy favorite spot in all of St. Louis! The lady who is the owner and the front desk attendant are wonderful and I have never had a problem here with anything! Free WiFi, laundry, and a public shower and bathroom if needed! There’s also cool walking/biking trails and a park with a children’s playground as well! The gas station is also walking distance for any small necessities
ScoutMy favorite RV spot in St. Charles. It’s pretty quiet minus the cool boats and train but other than that it’s peaceful…also love the price!
TravelerThe campsite is nice plenty of spaces spaced out nicely, but there’s absolutely no signage. took us forever to decide where we could park and what to do. tiny little sign on the Rangers house. Led us to a website and then charged us $50. Not what we were expecting. Plan ahead on this one.
ScoutNice and easy. Good spacing between sites
ScoutThis is one of the worst state parks I’ve ever visited. The sites are small no water or electricity. Takes 15 minutes from civilization to get there.
TravelerTrails in the area re nice but facilities for this many sites are limited. Sites are close to each other.
TravelerJody, the hostess, is friendly and responsive. We stayed one night in the fall so the many permanent RVs were not occupied. The park is large and surrounded by woods and fields. We had a peaceful night near the cornfields where the short-term RV sites are located. Can hear the train horn in the distance. Note that they are tandem, so pull thru for the first person but back in for the second. We would stay here again.
TravelerCame to Riverside landing on a Tuesday-Thursday for car camping and there was only a few other RVs and one other tent camper. Reserved a spot right on the river, very scenic and quiet. Right by some train tracks so trains do run by, but that was the only loud noise! No restrooms here so bring your own amenities if you aren’t in an RV
Camping near Godfrey, Illinois provides access to both urban and rural experiences along the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. The area sits at approximately 600 feet above sea level with mild springs, hot summers reaching 90°F, and cool falls ideal for camping. Winter camping can be challenging with occasional flooding issues affecting campground availability from December through March.
Katy Trail access: At Beyond the Trail RV Park, campers can directly access the popular Katy Trail for biking or walking. "The Katy trail borders the park for easy access to town. Beautiful views across a large farm field to the hills beyond with incredible sunsets," notes one visitor who appreciated the trail connection.
Historic town exploration: Several campgrounds provide easy access to historic river towns. "We walked into St. Charles historic district via the trail, since we had our dog with us," explains a camper at Sundermeier RV Park who enjoyed the pedestrian-friendly access to the preserved riverfront area with shops and restaurants.
Water recreation: Lakeside camping options offer fishing and boating opportunities. One camper at St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park noted, "The park/campground rents paddleboats, kayaks, and canoes in addition to different kinds of bikes. There is a walking trail around the lake (4+ miles)."
Easy metro access: Many campgrounds offer convenient transportation options to urban attractions. "Casino has a metro stop that takes you into St Louis over the river," reports a camper staying at Draft Kings at Casino Queen RV Park, highlighting the public transit option for reaching downtown without driving.
On-site dining: Several parks feature restaurants within walking distance. "Our favorite part of this park is the onsite Sawmill BBQ restaurant. While we prepare most of our meals, we were so tired; we decided to give the joint a try and, wow, are we glad we did! Delicious food for a reasonable price!" shared a visitor to Cahokia RV Parque.
Wine country proximity: Campgrounds west of Godfrey provide access to Missouri wine country. "This is just a great park. It is located in a sleepy little winery town. It is just a few minutes from the main part of town with multiple beautiful wineries within a few miles," explains a camper who enjoyed the tasting opportunities near Beyond the Trail RV Park.
Noise considerations: Urban rv parks Godfrey, Illinois and surrounding areas often have environmental noise. "Only downside is the train and airplane noise. Otherwise would be a 5 star for me," noted a camper at Sundermeier RV Park, while another mentioned, "We seem well connected. Below the pattern for STL and railroad crosses Missouri River nearby."
Flooding potential: Low-lying areas experience periodic closures. "The staff came out while this was happening to warn us of the potential flooding and offered to let us move to another site away from the creek if we needed to," reports a visitor at Covered Bridge RV Park during heavy rainfall.
Seasonal operation: Many campgrounds have limited winter availability. "I was here only overnight, so didn't explore at all. Laundry on site. No wifi. Closed on weekends," notes a Covered Bridge RV Park visitor, highlighting reduced off-season hours common in the region.
Playground access: Some parks offer play facilities for children. At St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, a visitor mentioned, "There is boating and archery on site, a dog run, and a small playground."
Educational opportunities: Historic sites near camping areas provide learning experiences. "Went back to see the Arch Natl park and down into historic st. Charles. Beautiful historic town with plenty to see and do," shares a camper who appreciated the family-friendly activities near Sundermeier RV Park.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds offer nature viewing opportunities. "You can see all kinds of wildlife in and around the lake- deer, bald eagles, pelicans, ducks, snakes," notes a visitor to St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park, describing the natural encounters possible without leaving the campground.
Hookup positioning: Some campgrounds have unusual utility layouts. At Casino Queen RV Park, a camper warns: "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."
Level sites: Most rv parks near Godfrey offer concrete pads with minimal leveling needed. "Nice level concrete pads but definitely a bit crowded. Lots of big rigs," observes a Sundermeier RV Park visitor, while at Kamper Kompanion RV Park, a camper appreciated the "Easy pull thru site with 40' and toad."
Reservation timing: Weekend availability can be limited during peak seasons. "Called to see if any spots were available about two hours out and they had a couple of backin spots," reports a Sundermeier RV Park visitor who managed to secure last-minute accommodations.
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