Best Cabin Camping near Granite City, IL
Cabin rental options in the Granite City area include multiple facilities with various levels of amenities and comfort. St. Louis NE-Granite City KOA offers cabin accommodations with electricity and basic furnishings, while Cahokia RV Parque provides cabin rentals approximately 15 miles from downtown St. Louis. Most cabins feature beds, tables, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. "When you first pull down the road you'll be worried you're going to end up in the train yard, but the campground is hidden and actually really quiet and secluded," noted one visitor about the KOA location. Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area, slightly further at about 40 miles from Granite City, offers cabins alongside Carlyle Lake with picnic areas and playground facilities nearby.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags provides family-oriented cabin rentals with convenient access to the amusement park, while more natural settings can be found at Beaver Dam State Park Campground. Most require advance reservations, especially during summer months when occupancy rates are highest. Pet policies vary by location—some allow pets in cabins while others restrict them to outdoor areas only. A reviewer at Eldon Hazlet mentioned: "This State Park offers playground areas and more. Cabins, campsites with power or no power the choice is yours." Seasonal availability differs across locations, with some parks like Beaver Dam State Park and Pin Oak RV Park remaining open year-round.
Most furnished cabins include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, blankets, and towels. Kitchen facilities range from basic microwaves in budget options to full kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops in premium cabins. Beaver Dam State Park provides clean shower facilities for cabin guests, while more upscale options at Jellystone Park may include private bathrooms. On-site stores at locations like St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park offer basic provisions, though selection is limited. Walmart is approximately ten minutes from Beaver Dam State Park for more extensive grocery needs. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, bathrooms and showers at most locations are "clean and well maintained," though quality varies by location.
