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      Camper-submitted photo from New Glarus State Park Campground
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      2. New Glarus State Park Campground

      16 Reviews
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      48 Saves
      New Glarus, Wisconsin
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $15 - $25 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Blackhawk Memorial Park
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      3. Blackhawk Memorial Park

      4 Reviews
      4 Photos
      17 Saves
      Blanchardville, Wisconsin
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Tent Cabin
      • Glamping
      Camper-submitted photo from Joinerville County Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Joinerville County Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Joinerville County Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
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      5. Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.

      5 Reviews
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      5 Saves
      Wheatland, Iowa

      The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center is located along the Wapsipinicon River and consists of 225 acres of upland and bottomland forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The Wapsi Center, along with Sherman Park across the river, provide a 432-acre complex offering a wide variety of uses. The larger of the two campsites at the Center, Elm Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site. The site offers flat ground for many tents, two fire pits, picnic tables, trash cans, and two sets of horseshoe pits. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site. Vincent Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site offering a fire pit, picnic tables, and trash can. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents

      $17 - $80 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area

      6. Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area

      1 Review
      9 Photos
      11 Saves
      Monmouth, Iowa

      The 273-acre area is located along the South Fork of the Maquoketa River. The unique beauty of Northeast Iowa is very evident here with limestone rock outcroppings, upland timber, flood plain, wildlife, and panoramic scenery. Wildlife food plots are planted throughout the area to help wildlife survive harsh winters. Primitive camping is available by the river with restroom facilities nearby. This area is a convenient stop for canoeists traveling down the Maquoketa River.

      primitive camping (walk-in or paddle-in, tent only) pit toilets

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Dispersed
      • Toilets
      • Alcohol
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      Camper-submitted photo from #JTRidge Sites/Clothing Optional
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      7. #JTRidge Sites/Clothing Optional

      1 Review
      26 Photos
      13 Saves
      Wyoming, Iowa

      Are you looking for the opportunity to be free and connect with nature naturally? A place to reconnect with your soul or reconnect with your significant other(s). Do you need to escape life for even just a little bit? A place to safely be your true self or selves. Our spaces are all about privacy and relaxing in nature peacefully. Perfect for first time clothing optional experiences. Maybe you just prefer a quiet natural low key space to relax. Consider booking a massage while on property.

      Are you a regular camper who is tired of the busy big campgrounds? Need a overnight camping spot that is more nature and less people?

      Looking for a place to relax in the sun naturally and just take some time for yourself or time with the special people in your life? Along with offering overnight camping sites, we offer day passes for those who just want some chill time within the day. A day pass gives you access to the property, relaxing chairs for that perfect moment in the sun and the woods to wander as you connect with nature. Perfect for a lunch break or just a step away from life for a few hours. Sneak away and take some moments to recharge yourself naturally. Day passes can be a bit tricky to book, reach out if you need help with the site.

      We hope you will find that this is a place for everything listed above and so much more. A space to enjoy some downtime, quiet at peace with nature, and a place for restorative just-for-me time. Perfect for yoga in the woods or a natural spot to meditate. Not a commercial campground, just a piece of personal property that we are looking to share with others who enjoy time in nature. We enjoy our natural privacy and welcome you to experience the same. We are stewards of the property and are charged with taking care of all that Mother Nature has given us. If you need space to think, read a book, or just be you, this could be the right fit. Very private and peaceful, perfect for those looking for some alone time or time with family/friends. Forget the news, forget work, forget city life, and just take in the moments; while listening to the birds sing, (Pull out your Merlin app) to see who's singing!

      Your hosts are here if you need us, but we leave you to enjoy this beautiful place at your own pace. We give you privacy to enjoy your stay fully.

      We have 15 acres of woods with a natural rock bluff, so many different spaces which allow you to fully bond with nature. Trails to wander and wildlife to see. Clothing is optional through out all of the property; overnight camping and sunbathing/day pass spots are available.

      Located on the Wapsipinicon River. Camp sites are very private and tucked away from life's stresses. Relax in the woods. Watch the cows and calves moo in the nearby pasture. Walk nature trails with native wildlife and flora. Great photo opportunities abound. Cast a line to catch dinner. Escape to nature is the key to this property; find yourself tucked away from city sounds and light pollution. Come out to see the sunset/sunrise, check out the stars, read a good book, lay out in your favorite hammock, find yourself, and be at peace. Great place for a nice camping fire; treat yourself to some smores. Peaceful sounds at night of the river flowing as you drift off to sleep in your tent. Perfect little spot for peaceful relaxation and just taking some time. Walk the trails in your natural skin, shoot photos of all the different plants, listen to the birds and animals scurry, enjoy the sunshine, and feel the warmth on all of your body. Put in your canoe or kayak at Olin for a 3-4 hour float to our camping area. There are lots of state parks within a short drive; visit the only Presidential library in Iowa; and tour some amazing caves in nearby parks. Enjoy the Great Jones County Fair only 30 mins away.. So much to do, and then come back to a space without crowds and just chill.

      Welcoming to all, we love to meet new people and let them share in the joy of bonding with nature freely.

      **Property Owner is certified in Massage, offering sessions at the property for more information: www.bodyfantasy-iowa.com

      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Picnic Table

      $20 - $45 / night

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        8. Whitetail Bluff Campground LLC

        1 Review
        3 Saves
        Cassville, Wisconsin
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Tents
        • Market
        • Picnic Table
        Camper-submitted photo from Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only
        Camper-submitted photo from Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only
        Camper-submitted photo from Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only
        Camper-submitted photo from Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only

        9. Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only

        1 Review
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        Dyersville, Iowa

        The Worthington Sportsmen's Club Inc. is located approximately 3.5 miles south of Highway 20 on X47 (310th Ave) or 6.5 miles north of Highway 38 in Delaware County, Iowa open to members only. Membership is open to everyone and an application is available via the website: https://sites.google.com/site/worthingtonsc2/membership?authuser=0

        For the camper there are six 30-amp Electric camp sites (see Fees for cost information) at the front of the club, with primitive sites located around the pond. If you prefer just spending time with family and friends in a beautiful setting we also have two picnic pavilions with playground equipment and a number of picnic tables and fire rings surrounding the pond.

        Camping - membership required, no non-member guests. Electric sites are $10 per night. Non-Electric site donations are appreciated. Fees for camping can be sealed in an envelope and placed in the Yellow camping box in the camp ground. Contact Tom Dunkel (563-590-2704) with any questions.

        Camping is limited to 7 days unless approved by a Director.

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Tents
        • Group
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        10. Goatland

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        Orangeville, Illinois

        It's not a huge place, but the goats, sheep, and a very bossy donkey will keep you company as you bake in the sun, or read under a tree by the creek. Close hwy access, but far enough from that, and in most cases the house, to afford privacy. This is a working farm.

        I have several locations for campers based upon multiple factors like weather, phase of hay growth, whether you have kids, want sun or shade, or animals in your space. I limit the number of people here at one time - there is only one bathroom.

        We're happy to have you, to answer any questions you may have, and to introduce you to the animals. We mind our own business unless you need something. If you require a lot of attention, manicured lawns, electrical service at your site, a grill at your disposal, and parking at your tent, you probably wouldn't be happy here, but if you like animals, quiet, and open space, we may be just what you're looking for.

        Reasonable driving distance to Le-Aqua-Na, Apple River Canyon, Krape and Read Parks, Cadiz Springs, Pecatonica Forest Preserve, and Head Gates Park. About an hour from the Mississippi to the southwest, Galena to the west. There's also a popular walking/biking trail less than 5 mins away.

        We are a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks.

        Lambs are born in March. Kids are born in April or May. Most are gone, or mature enough to be less fun, by Oct.

        Contact me with any inquiries, or questions.

        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Trash
        • Firewood Available

        $35 - $55 / night

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      • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Hansen's Hideaway Ranch and Family Campground
        Nov. 16, 2024

        Hansen's Hideaway Ranch and Family Campground

        Out-N-Da-Boondocks Working Ranch Camping Experience

        Ever dreamt of working / living / camping on an actual working horse ranch?  Then you've arrived at the perfect spot.  As my post from a bit more than a year ago provided quite a bit of detail on this campground, I’m following up on that review by sharing more fotos as well as providing a topline update:

        Highlights: (1) Great hiking and kayaking in nearby Rock Cut State Park & George Fell Nature Preserve; (2) Supreme amount of peace & quiet; (3) Authentic feeling like you are actually on a working horse farm; (4) Sites are spacious and nicely shaded; (5) Excellent, well-maintained amenities like a game room, arcade, playground, small swimming pond, clean restroom & showers; (6) Very friendly and welcoming CG staff; and (7) Ample space to wander around and get lost in nature

        Lowlights: (1) This CG is very remote; (2) There is nothing nearby to either stock up on supplies or grab a bite to eat, so when you come here, bring everything with you that you’ll need

        Happy Camping!

      • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from 6B's Campground
        Nov. 10, 2024

        6B's Campground

        Duo-Layered Camping Experience

        My twin brother and I discovered this little hidden gem of a campground outpost just a mile or so east of Maquoketa Caves SP. This nature-infested outpost is split into 2 levels with an upper plateau section that is more geared towards the tent-pitchin’ bredren of my tribe, while the lower level straddles the Maquoketa River and offers up splendid waterfront views of the slow-moving, fresh-water creek variety. Apart from the very welcoming folks that run this place, led by Karen Townsend, what I loved most about 6B’s was the very welcoming community of fellow campers who rolled out the‘red carpet’ treatment for us when we rocked up. The upper level offers up only a solid picnic table, in-ground fire rings w/ fold-up BBQ grills and a tree-lined backdrop with a fenced in front lawn– perfect for a quick and EZ set-up. Massive bonus points for the location of this campground, which apart from rural country farmers and bat cave tourist passerby traffic, there was virtually no noise pollution to battle with.

        If you’re rolling in on an RV, 5th wheeler or trailer, while you likely could park your mobile living room on the upper plateau, you’ll likely feel much more comfortable on the lower river basin, providing that you can make it down the somewhat steep decline gravel road(this is Iowa, so I don’t think anyone will be too challenged, but just want to put the decline out there). Before you’ve arrived at the river’s edge, you’ll notice a simply sublime solo picnic table that has strategically been placed in one of the very large, abandoned bat caves, which makes for a very special picnic outing. Turning left as you reach the riverfront, you’ll follow a single, narrow loop that offers up slots on a first-come, first-served basis, with each offering up water, 30 amp electric, boat ramp, diving platform and a fairly flat landing to park for the night or a week(or even month!).

        Downsides? This camping outpost only accepts cash, money order or checks, which was a major bummer for us as we didn’t have any of those with us and while there were banks nearby(well, some 30 miles away), we weren’t members of the bank, which wasn’t even open, on account that it was after noon on a Saturday, so yeah, while a small thing, it became quite a big deterrent for us. If you can get this solo downside, there really is nothing else but upside, chief of which includes direct access to the Maquoketa River, which we enjoyed, given we were toting my tandem kayak with us, as well as, of course, just 3 miles west to Maquoketa Caves SP.

        Happy Camping!

      • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
        Nov. 10, 2024

        Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground

        Eco-Locate This Blissful Hidden Campground Gem

        This Iowa SP campground is simply AMAZING and if you are a bat cave spelunker, you are going to be absolutely excited by this place, if you don’t know it already. For the rest of us outdoor enthusiasts who are simply looking for a great campground, then you’ve also struck the campground lottery, but if you are interested in staying here, I would STRONGLY encourage you to mind your dates taking note of when bat hibernation ends and begins – for what it’s worth, my brother and I drove all the way here only to find out that hibernation began the day of our arrival. That said, we could still hike all of the amazing trails, but couldn’t access the bat caves.

        The campground that resides here, is less than a quarter mile away from the access point to the bat caves, creating huge upside for selecting this campground in the first place. A heavily wooded area encompasses every single site (there’s 28 in total w/ 24 offering 20 / 30 / 50 amp electric) providing a substantial amount of shade, will also allowing decent sunlight as well along a slowly winding lone lane that leads one into this shrouded camping haven. While the spots (#12-#16) towards the end of the lane are more earmarked for mi tent pitchin’ bredren, whereas the rest of the sites (#1-#11; #17-#28) are set-up for the RV and 5th Wheel toting crowd (although you could easily set up a tent on any one of these sites should you choose to).

        A couple of points to keep in mind– the entrance to the campground is the busiest, so if this is of concern, steer clear of #1-#3 or #27-#28. Second, if you have kids and want to be planted near the playground, you might want to target sites #26-#28, where the spacious kids playground sets right behind these sites. In the event that being nearest the built-in amenities (restroom, shower, water source, community library, trash, firewood) are important to you, then look at sites #5-7 and #23-26. With this in mind, as you meander further down the lone campground loop lane, the quieter and more sheltered the place gets, so from #6-#24 should be a prime target for you if peace & solitude are important to you. Despite all of the advice I’ve just given, I don’t think you can really go wrong with any site here.

        Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you’re looking for a primitive tent camping experience, then you’re going to want to book sites #12 and #13, which set a bit further back for the cul-de-sac end of the lane offering up more privacy and less noise from the rest of the camping commune; (2) All sites designated for RV’s are back-in and range in driveway length between 31 and 68 feet; (3) The campground itself is closed between December 1 thru February 28 each year; (4) This SP offers up more than 370 acres with 6 miles of hiking trails with 13 distinct bat caves to explore, so bring good hiking shoes, headlamps, proper long sleeve shirts and pants to keep the bugs and ticks away, which abound here aplenty; and (5) There’s plenty of picnic tables, most under shelters as well as scattered stand-up and in-ground BBQ grills all offered up on a first-come, first-served basis.

        Happy Camping!

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Pond
        Oct. 9, 2024

        Horseshoe Pond

        Nice smaller CG in City of Maquoketa, Iowa

        CG offers gravel pads, tables, fire rings, electric, sump station, water, small pond with fishing, paddling, dog park. Close to stores for supplies, dining, fuel.

      • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
        Oct. 2, 2024

        Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground

        Nice campground, fun caves, older established state park

        My mom remembers visiting this park in the 40's. Not a surprise since Grampa was a Geologist.
        This is a small campground for such an old park, only 34 sites, walk-ins included. All sites are along one road with a turnaround at the end. There is only one building with toilets, showers and no pit toilets. These are clean and well maintained.
        There is a playground near the entrance that is shared with the caves entrance area, a bit of a walk.
        The caves themselves are down a long hill from the campground. There are facilities there too, and a concession stand with limited hours/ days. The caves are fun to explore, but not ADA accessible. Bring flashlights and in some areas watch your head.
        The Visitor's center at the park entrance is staffed by volunteers and only open on weekends.
        Once you've done the caves, there's not much else to see within the park. But visit the Hurstville interpretive center for a nice nature center and trails.

      • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Nelson Dewey State Park Campground
        Sep. 24, 2024

        Nelson Dewey State Park Campground

        Great place for a short trip

        I’ll begin by saying this is by far the cleanest campground I have stayed at. The facilities were well kept including the vault toilet houses. We stayed in a walk to site and the views were incredible. Our tent pad was quite rocky so I would recommend sleeping pads or you will be very uncomfortable. Our site was also extremely dusty which wasn’t a problem at all just be prepared to be a little dirty. The campground was quiet except for the occasional train that rolled through those are quite loud due to how close they are to the campground. I would definitely come back to Nelson Dewey and stay again. There was not a ton to do in the area so a short weekend stay was perfect. A highlight is that the park provided cart to use to haul all your stuff to the walk to sites. There is 1 designated parking spot per walk to site as well. The walk to sites are small and only accommodated our one (6 person) tent which was not a problem for us as we knew this ahead of time.

      • Jeff and Linda L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Grant River Recreation Area
        Sep. 20, 2024

        Grant River Recreation Area

        Feet from the Mississippi

        The park is on the beautiful might Mississippi river. It’s 2 miles from Potosi, WI with a large brewery with good food as well. Army Corps so half price with America The Beautiful senior discount card. If you like trains you will see many, close and going fast.

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
        Sep. 19, 2024

        Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.

        Very nice County cabin near Wapsi River

        Cabin sleeps 6, has all amenities including firewood at no cost! Education center onsite with live animals, trails, open year round, Wapsipinicon River below bluff offers paddling, fishing. Menke Observatory offers sky programs.

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Bennett Park
        Sep. 19, 2024

        Bennett Park

        Nice small County CG with pond

        Campground is nice with a few newer amenities, including shower house and handicap campsite. Gravel pads at sites include tables, fire, pits, electric,. There’s a dump station, play area, shelters for rent, and a pond that you can actually swim and fish and paddling.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground
        Sep. 4, 2024

        Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground

        Super cheap for what you get.

        I got a primitive tent site in an area all to myself, with a shower house just down the road, in a beautiful and quiet campground for $10 cash. You really can’t beat that. Campground is separate from the park so you don’t have to pay a park entrance fee to stay here.

      • Brent A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Vel Terra
        Sep. 3, 2024

        Vel Terra

        Wonderful Little Campground

        We stayed at this campground over Labor Day. The owner intentionally doesn't fill all of the sites in order to give people more space- a great luxury over a holiday like this. The sites are pretty small and only one 'sleeping structure' is allowed on each site but we found that Jeff was very willing to let us put up two tents (one for my wife & I 

        + one for the kids) because we were in the same family.

        The bathrooms and showers were very neat and well maintained. We didn't use the showers because they were paid but our friends did and had good things to say about them.

        The campground has a very nice playground (the favorite of the trip for one of my kids) and a lounge where anyone staying at the campground can rest with A/C, wifi, a phone charging area, and some board games.

        The primary drawback is that there isn't a lot of outdoor activities to do in the area. All the land is private so there's not great hiking (a little in the state park about 20 min drive away), IL law allows waterways to be privately owned so you can't kayak the river, etc. Galena is nearby if you want to go shopping and we really enjoyed going to Terrapin Apple Orchard and picking some apples (if you're there in the Fall). But all in all I would say this is a great campground to rest and relax at- probably not ideal for outdoor adventures.

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Sherman Co Park
        Aug. 28, 2024

        Sherman Co Park

        Scenic County park along Wapsipinicon River

        The campground offers to camp areas: one better suited for RVs, and the other area is better suited for primitive tent, camping. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings, our recites include electric. There is a campground host, shower house, shelter and playground area there too. The tent sites are prone to flooding occasionally from the gun river. There is a boat ramp with access to the river for fishing and paddling.

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Bald Eagle Campground and Cabins
        Aug. 28, 2024

        Bald Eagle Campground and Cabins

        Nice modern cabin in County campground

        Cabin sits at end of campground lane with covered porch, parking for 3 cars, ADA accessible. Cabin has 2 sleeping rooms, sleeping loft, and sofa. Capacity is 10, with all kitchen amenities. Has fire pit, wood available in campground, tables, and gas grill with rental. Playground nearby, park has seasonal pool, garden of course, trails, Pride Lake for fishing and paddling.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Riverview Ridge
        Aug. 24, 2024

        Riverview Ridge

        Unique River and Trail Access Campground

        Two hour float trips on the North Fork Maquoketa River are available directly from the campground. There is a mix of permanent and temporary campers. The tent sites, nearest the river, are well spaced with flush toilets. Apparently there are also good trails, as many of the campers have ATV’s parked at their sites. The shower house, under the office, was spacious and clean.

      • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Interstate RV Park
        Aug. 22, 2024

        Interstate RV Park

        Overnight stop along I-80

        Campground has gravel lanes, roads pads, appears to have annual residence, campground office, pool is clean, planes, farm, and fleet nearby for Supplies. Sites include tables, water, electric, though need updating.

      • Dj Y.
        Camper-submitted photo from Grant River Recreation Area
        Aug. 19, 2024

        Grant River Recreation Area

        Sandy and Gentleman worker=AMAZING

        I was hitchhiking thru, was dropped off by a ride that said he was buying a $14 tent site for me, come to find out he never did, I just was honest with sandy and the gentleman worker and offered the only 8$ I had, no sir, they said please stay for free and just enjoy. WONDERFUL PPL THAT CARE ABOUT OTHERS!! THANKS YALL

      • Alex A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Toms Campground
        Jul. 22, 2024

        Toms Campground

        Great, friendly, affordable, convenient

        We needed a place after visiting the House on the Rock and couldn't find anything with hookups nearby. We stumbled upon Tom's Campground hoping to find a site. We pulled in and Tom met us at our camper as soon as we got to the top of the hill and before we even got out. He was very friendly and informative. Showers were good enough but we aren't picky, 7 minutes for $0.25. The area was beautiful.

      • Sarah B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground
        Jul. 19, 2024

        Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground

        Def do not recommend for summer 2024!

        I wanted so badly to love this campground experience, but just didn't. Site 19 was an easy walk-in that theoretically had nearby vault toilets, parking, and water.

        Each site only had space for one car to park before walking in. Not a huge deal, but annoying as there were 2 of us who drove separate and we had to problem solve. When we got to the site I was shocked to see that what was labeled as a tent site had literally NO flat space to actually set up a tent. Spacious site, but fully sloped.

        Also, what I would have loved to know, is that the vault toilets are closed because they are doing construction to build something new in that space. Construction that starts loudly each day at 7am. Honestly every site from about #35 down was affected by the noise because the construction is happening in the middle of the loop (and actually blocking some of the one-way road as well).

        The park in general was okay. Per the usual, the pet areas were lacking. No beach at all, just grass covered in goose poop and one cut out on the raised shore between tall grasses and foliage where a dog could potentially jump in. Certainly nowhere for a human to enjoy the water with their pups unfortunately.

      • Christie B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Green County Fairgrounds
        Jul. 10, 2024

        Green County Fairgrounds

        Ok but you have to work around the events going on because you have to leave when they are going on!

        Nice quiet place no neighbors usually bothering you showers and toilets could be better but overall ok

      • Robert P.
        Camper-submitted photo from Blue Inn Campground
        Jun. 26, 2024

        Blue Inn Campground

        Reservations

        I made a reservation back in April 20 q24 June 26th 6 days before vacation I received a refund notice from them not in the full amount I paid less than a half

      • Charles M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
        Jun. 13, 2024

        Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground

        Beautiful State Park

        This park is beautiful and perfect for an adventurous hike. The caves make this a unique place to visit but the hiking is rigorous. It proved to be tons of fun for me, my son and his friends. We would definitely go back.

      • Charles M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Bellevue State Park Campground
        Jun. 13, 2024

        Bellevue State Park Campground

        Campsite Was Average at Best

        I took my son and one of his friends campjng to Bellvue State Park, however, we did not visit the actual park itself. The camp sites were close to one another, many had almost no privacy from the other campsites. We were at campsite 40, which had a severe incline. Also, if you prefer to hammock camp you may not be able to do so. I was able to find one tree and hook the other side up to my vehicle.



      Guide to Hanover

      Tent camping near Hanover, Illinois offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. From peaceful riverside locations to unique wildlife areas, there’s something for every tent camper.

      Tent campers appreciate these amenities

      • Lock and Dam 13 provides a serene environment with great fishing opportunities along the spillway, perfect for those looking to relax by the water.
      • Joinerville County Park allows for primitive camping with access to the Maquoketa River, making it a great spot for fishing and enjoying nature.
      • Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr. features modern amenities like drinking water and electric hookups, along with educational programs and trails for exploration.

      Tent campers should check out unique local attractions

      • Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area offers a unique hiking or paddling experience along the Maquoketa River, surrounded by native wildlife and beautiful scenery.
      • Blackhawk Memorial Park is known for its peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained facilities, making it an excellent choice for a quiet getaway.
      • Pictured Rocks Co Park provides a picturesque setting for tent camping, although it lacks some amenities, it’s perfect for those who appreciate a more rustic experience.

      Activities for tent campers

      • At Goatland, campers can enjoy farm life and interact with friendly animals, making it a fun spot for families.
      • Jungletown Ridge is ideal for those seeking a clothing-optional experience, offering a relaxed atmosphere in the woods.
      • Whitetail Bluff Campground LLC features a variety of activities for kids, including spacious sites and good food options, making it a family-friendly destination.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Hanover, IL?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Hanover, IL is Lock and Dam 13 with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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