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200 Reviews of 5 Havana Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Waverly Lake City Park
    September 12, 2024

    Waverly Lake City Park

    Nice little lake and camp ground

    I've stayed here a couple times now. Each time there has only been one other person. It's quiet and peaceful, however there's not much to do. As far as I know there's no running water. There are portable toilets that are kept clean. There's also a 4 consecutive day per month limit.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jubilee College State Park Campground
    August 31, 2024

    Jubilee College State Park Campground

    Peaceful and low key

    Excellent campground for those who want to relax and have quiet time. Nature trails are nicely groomed and mowed. Not a lot of amenities for families with young kids but bring your own corn hole bags and badminton. Nice for adults who want some peace and quiet.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Evening Star Camping Resort
    July 26, 2024

    Evening Star Camping Resort

    Campers Are Like Family

    Love to swim in the pool, play in the bags tournaments, enjoy the fundraiser in July for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, mini golf, basketball and theme weekends. My favorite is the chili cook off and Halloween weekends are a blast!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey
    July 12, 2024

    Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey

    Great Campground fixing it up

    They are spending a lot on this campground. New restrooms, traveled all pads, trimmed trees, new playground equipment. It is a hidden gem. If you are on I 74 great place to stay. We will be back. A lot of events scheduled. Cabins being put in.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Millpoint Park
    June 28, 2024

    Millpoint Park

    Peaceful, Clean, Beautiful River Views

    Peaceful campground, well maintained, beautiful views of the Upper Peoria Lake/Illinois River. We enjoyed a nice pull-through full hookup site that required minimal leveling. Water has a lot of iron so does smell/taste weird.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Spring Lake Park - Macomb
    June 17, 2024

    Spring Lake Park - Macomb

    Just lovely so spacious and clean. Gorgeous view of lake from cabins.

    Friendly staff. Kayak and Pontoon to rent. Trails go all over the entire park! Clean showering facilities. Our furnished cabin faced the lake it was an incredible view.  We had fun fishing and sitting by the campfire in the evenings. Overall definitely worth the 5 stars!!!! Thanks Ryan and all of the staff out there! We will revisit soon.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kentuckiana Campground
    May 16, 2024

    Kentuckiana Campground

    Great family atmosphere

    Great place for kids. Decent little parks. Huge slide in the holler. Spots are kind of cramped and close together, one of our favorite places though!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Anderson Lake SFWA
    April 6, 2024

    Anderson Lake SFWA

    Simple yet beautiful & peaceful.

    We have been here 3 Xs over the pas years as a stop over while traveling. They only have vault toilets, but clean. This time no water due to water break.issue. just a nice place on a beautiful lake. Nice for bird watching.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area
    November 30, 2023

    Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

    State Park away from busier Illinois

    https://camp.exploremoreil.com/ 84 electric RV sites all reservable except 21 First Come sites. 18 sites are full hookup. Several 50 amp sites but majority are 30 amp. Modern Shower house and 7 Vault toilet buildings. Newer Campground so Shade Trees are smaller still. Have camped here 4 times past 3 years. Like the quite agricultural Illinois environment but suggest shopping for your needs prior to leaving larger cities as most of the few small towns are limited to a Bar and Dollar store.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    October 17, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Large campground, good location, good value

    On the state fairgrounds just off gate 10 or 11. Very large number of spaces…older bathrooms/ showers but very clean. All spaces seem to have electricity and water.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    September 28, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Clean, beautiful urban camp

    We always leave late on the first day of a trip and get stressed. This was an easy 3/4 day trip from our house and a great place to relax. Great thick grass carpet spots if you want.Great level paved pads if you want.Friendly checking , friendly security driving around all night. Lots of showers, mine was good and hot. Some traffic noise All kinds of open spots if it isn’t fair week. Don’t just show up fair week.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Lane Campground
    September 8, 2023

    Hickory Lane Campground

    👍

    Small. Quiet. Pretty. Two small lakes with fountains. You can hear the fountains at night, it's nice. Excellent price for tent camping.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Millpoint Park
    July 27, 2023

    Millpoint Park

    Excellent campground and value

    Beautiful views. Great sites. Excellent communication from the manager. We got a pull-through site in the middle. We brought our two dogs and they loved this place. Our kids did too. No there's no playground, but our 7 and 8 year old girls loved this place. No there's no pool. It was very quiet and peaceful. Every day the manager and his crew were working on maintaining the grounds. The only complaint - there's no sign on the bathroom/shower house! Please put up a sign! (It's right next to the office, but you cannot tell it's a bath house because it looks just like the cabins next to it. There's no signs to tell you where the dumpster is either. Ask Don - he's very friendly and accommodating. Oh, the water. Like the other reviewers stated, the water is not for drinking. Bring cases of bottled water. But the water is fine for showering or other things. Even with water filters, it is still brown. I'm guessing that is because of the river. Good luck finding a site with no shade. There's mature trees everywhere! Also, it was very quiet and peaceful. The showers and bathrooms are amazing! Very clean. We'll be back!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Spring Lake Park - Macomb
    July 17, 2023

    Spring Lake Park - Macomb

    Awesome campground

    Always a great experience at spring lake. Fishing, boat rentals, convenience store and shower house are all great. Beautiful and we’ll maintained.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Carl Spindler
    July 9, 2023

    Carl Spindler

    Only the basics, but perfect for certain needs

    I came to this campground because of a local event where I knew I was going to be gone a decent amount of time, but also have some down time. This place was perfect for my needs. I got a full hookup site, easy access, extremely quiet. Great views at the opposite side of the campground from where I was. Looks like lots of "permanent" sites mixed with regular turnover. Also looked like a lot of sites were occupied by people working in "traveling" industries, where this place was their temporary home. I would come back again for a similar situation, but the playground is very minimal, so I wouldn't come back with my kid.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    May 19, 2023

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Comfortable Place to stay

    The showers were clean. Campsites are close together, but not to busy while I was there. Reasonable. Staff friendly. Security regularly drove around.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Carl Spindler
    April 11, 2023

    Carl Spindler

    Carl Spindler

    The shower houses are amazing! This campground is very well maintained and right on the Illinois river. The view of Peoria at night is beautiful

  • Camper-submitted photo from Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey
    April 9, 2023

    Galesburg East / Knoxville KOA Journey

    Quiet, well-maintained, impeccable hosts

    We stopped here for a night on both ends of our trip to Southern Illinois. The campground was recently turned into a KOA. The new owners made significant improvements, including a brand new shower house, new playground equipment, mini golf, pool, and laundry. The grounds are lovely and well-maintained and the location is super quiet and peaceful. There was a pretty little pond and a dog run. Plenty of pull-through sites and FHU options, as well as cabin rentals. The hosts were delightful and really accommodating. Will definitely return!

  • Camper-submitted photo from The Double J Campground and RV Park
    November 6, 2022

    The Double J Campground and RV Park

    This place has a great location

    The bathrooms here were heated and sparkling clean. Our Starlink had zero obstructions worked lightening fast. We LOVED having a dog park to exercise our dogs daily!

    Great location, close to all the Springfield attractions and Slauterhaus Brewing in Auburn, IL (this is the best brewery nearby, better than Buzz Bomb or Obed & Issacs in town!).

  • Camper-submitted photo from Springfield KOA
    October 29, 2022

    Springfield KOA

    Nice relaxing campground

    Campground is quiet and in a nice wooded area but still only 5-10 minutes from nearby shopping and attractions in Springfield.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area
    October 23, 2022

    Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Great Friendly, Family Park

    We certainly didn’t expect the Prairie Lake Campground to be full in late October! Both loops were full, but there was just enough space for us to squeeze in for 2 nights! (A few spaces seemed to be filled with deer hunters who were up and out quite early.) Site has electricity with water centrally located in the center of the loop. We needed a 100 ft fresh water hose to fill up. Luckily a friendly neighbor had one for us to borrow! Nice warm bath house had push button showers with locks on the stalls with a dry space to dress inside the stall. Lake has boat dock with about 6 slips. The point on the lake was a beautiful setting for a fall wedding on Saturday! Lots of families with kids riding bikes around the loop and some playing wiffle ball in the open field. Each spot had a picnic table and fire ring. Our spot, #78 sat under a tree with great shade. Bagged ice is available at 1st host site for $4 and a bundle of firewood for $6

  • Camper-submitted photo from Illinois State Fair Campground
    October 12, 2022

    Illinois State Fair Campground

    Illinois State Fairgrounds RV Park

    No frills, parking lot or grassy style campsites. $20 per night for a a pull behind RV on an electric/water site. $30 for a full hookup. Large clean bathrooms, dated but useable.



Guide to Havana

Camping near Havana, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing at Comlara County Park. One reviewer mentioned, “There are simply tons of little nooks and crannies all around the lake to get some decent fishing in.” You can catch various fish like bass and crappie.
  • Hiking: Trails are available at Sangchris Lake State Park Campground. A visitor noted, “The campground was quiet and peaceful. About a 10-minute drive to a small town for supplies.” Perfect for a nature walk!
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing swim at Comlara County Park during the summer. The beach is open seven days a week, making it a great spot for family fun.

What campers like:

What you should know:

  • Privacy concerns: Some campers at Comlara County Park noted that the sites can be close together. One reviewer stated, “They are spaced a little too close for comfort for my taste.”
  • Limited amenities: At Weldon Springs State Park Campground, amenities can be basic. A visitor mentioned, “The bathhouse was only mildly gross but it wasn't unexpected.”
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for raccoons at Weldon Springs State Park Campground. One camper warned, “She had to leave in the middle of the night because the raccoons were so bad.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area. A reviewer noted, “Lots of families with kids riding bikes around the loop.”
  • Plan meals ahead: If you want to avoid cooking every night, consider dining out. One camper suggested, “You’ll have a decent drive to either El Paso, where there’s a Monical’s Pizza, Dairy Queen, or upgrade yourself to The Local Tap.”
  • Choose quieter sites: For a more peaceful experience, opt for sites that are further from the main areas. A reviewer at Sangchris Lake State Park Campground mentioned, “Sites are spacious and campground is quiet and leisurely during the week.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Some sites may not be as large as advertised. A visitor at Weldon Springs State Park Campground pointed out, “A 40-foot site might only be 20 feet.”
  • Bring extra water: The water quality can vary, so it’s wise to bring bottled water. A camper at Millpoint Park noted, “Water has a lot of iron so does smell/taste weird.”
  • Enjoy the shade: Many campgrounds, like Millpoint Park, have mature trees providing plenty of shade. A reviewer mentioned, “Owner was friendly and campsite was clean and spacious.”

Camping near Havana, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

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