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Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area and Okaw Valley Kampground offer cabin camping within 30 minutes of Highland, Illinois, with options ranging from rustic units to more developed cabins. Cabins at Eldon Hazlet feature basic furnishings with electricity and heating options for year-round comfort. Most units include beds, tables, and chairs with varying sleeping capacities. According to one visitor, "This State Park offers playground areas and more. Cabins, campsites with power or no power the choice is yours." Bathroom facilities are typically centralized in shower houses rather than inside individual cabins, though some premium units may include private restrooms.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Cahokia RV Parque offers more developed cabin options with proximity to St. Louis attractions, while Country Bend Campground provides family-friendly cabin rentals in a more rural setting. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer months when lakeside cabins fill quickly. Most properties allow pets in designated cabins for an additional fee. A visitor at Washington County Lake noted that their cabins are "overpriced due to no running water or nearby toilet but more private and great lake views."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties—some offer only outdoor fire rings with cooking grates while others provide refrigerators and microwaves. Okaw Valley Kampground maintains a camp store where basic provisions can be purchased. For more substantial grocery needs, Carlyle (near Eldon Hazlet) has a Walmart and several dining options. As one camper mentioned, "The nearby town of Carlyle has a Walmart and several fast food eateries, but only one independent restaurant, Mexican, which came highly recommended."
"This State Park is located outside Carlyle,Illinois. This park offers playground areas and more. Cabins, campsites with power or no power the choice is yours."
"while there are many full service sites available, this campground offers dozens of rustic tent sites right next to Carlyle Lake as well!"
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Good pizza and amazing ice cream at the store! Kid fun and themed activities, bounce trampoline pillow, pool, etc. Friendly staff and good security."
"We chose this campground because it was near our route and we needed a place to stay for one night."
"Full hookups, reservable sites, walk up sites, and all sites are large! Full hookup sites are booked solid so make sure you go online 6 months out or you are out of luck."
"Decent spacing and sites look mostly level. Water not at many sites. Showers are great separate toilets/shower rooms."
from $20 - $60 / night
Check Availability"We had tram tickets for the arch so we needed a shore power hookup for run the AC for our dog. This was a good spot for that. Some grass and shade, a pool and a playground for the kids."
"Had shade and a nice concrete pad to park on. Good clean power. Clean bathrooms and pool looked like it was taken care of."
"Cleanest bathrooms ever and heated and air conditioner. Quiet and plenty of trees and a walking path. A beach to swim at and a dock to fish off. A playground for kids."
"There's miles and miles of walking and biking trails! The sites are pretty generously sized. The host was nice and the price was fantastic! I paid $42 for 4 nights."
"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."
"I specifically would like to point out things that I look for when booking because I’m usually already on the road when trying to find a place to stay. There was after hours check in!"
"Awesome campground, fill hoses available for your rig, 30 amp power. Fun little trails, boat rentals and a swimming “beach” . On-site store and nicely groomed campgrounds."
"Family owned with a nice little fishing area (no license required catch and release) paddle boats and camp store. A nice pool with a big covered pavilion, clean restrooms and showers with hot water."
"Cute camp store with very long pull through parking (no need to unhook). Campfire ring and picnic table. Nice area to walk, medium size lake that fish bight."
"The nicest spots are the ones by the lake, with only one neighbor and a better view of the lake. The staff are kind and helpful. Water and electric worked fine."
"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
Check Availability"This beautiful campground has many things to offer and is only a few minutes from the local drive in movie theater in Litchfield Illinois."
"Pretty scenery to walk around. Plenty of lakes/ponds to fish. We couldn't boat while there due to COVID but look forward to going back and taking our kayaks. Attentive and Friendly camp hosts."
from $25 - $40 / night
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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.
TravelerTrails in the area re nice but facilities for this many sites are limited. Sites are close to each other.
TravelerThis campground is very well taken care of. The kids had plenty of things to do to stay busy and entertained outside.
ScoutIts fine. Nothing snazzy. Its in more of an industrial area so its kind of loud with the trains going by and whatnot. Mostly an RV site. 9 tent sites (first come first serve on spot) and a handful of cabins.
LegendThis campground was easy to find, as both our GPS and the campground signs led us right to the city park and campground entrance. Check-in begins at 2:00 p.m., but we called ahead and were graciously allowed to arrive an hour early. 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. The concrete pad easily accommodated our 40-foot toy hauler and F-450, with utilities conveniently located near the center of the site and no issues connecting two sewer hoses. Water pressure was adequate, and the 50-amp electric performed flawlessly. The campground's four loops have mostly younger trees, so satellite reception should not be a problem in most sites. Although we brought our Starlink, we used our T-Mobile Home Internet instead, averaging 217 Mbps download and 21.5 Mbps upload. The campground information sheet mentioned Wi-Fi, but we never saw a network to join and didn't inquire further since our internet worked well. We received three bars on Verizon and two bars on T-Mobile. The campground has a nice fenced dog park that's large enough to actually throw a ball, plus a paved walking and biking trail that circles the lake. The office also sells ice and firewood, and the dump station is located behind the office. Many sites offer lake views, and the RV sites are generally well spaced. We noticed Loop 100 has all concrete pads, the first two rows of Loop 200 are concrete with the remaining sites primarily gravel except for some end sites, Loop 300 is reserved for primitive camping and tents, and Loop 400 has a mix of concrete and gravel sites. The center rows of the RV loops are pull-throughs. One thing to be aware of is that the campground has begun charging short-term campers for electricity. We weren't informed about it during check-in, although our traveling companions were shown how to monitor their usage online. The information sheet we received only referenced weekly and monthly electric charges. Even with hot weather and occasionally running three air conditioners during our three-day stay, our electric charge was only about $14. We departed without stopping at the office and received a checkout email about an hour after the noon checkout time. The St. Louis area is our home base, and in our opinion, this is the best RV park in the area and the one we most often recommend to our RV friends.
GuideFull hook up. Lovely lake. Great paved path. Sites are level. Landscaping is amazing. My only issue is no shade trees. Where else are you getting full hook up with all of these activities for this price?
GuideRight off the freeway. We were going to overnight park at Loves but had problems with our generator. 93 degrees at 11 pm so we splurged for a site and paid $71 for full hookups. It’s a small campground, more like a parking lot, so easy in and out. They have a handful of cabins and a wash house.
There are two unisex bathrooms, each with multiple toilets and showers, which is weird because you have to lock the outer door for privacy while using the facilities. Good for a parent with small children, I guess, but I felt like I was hogging the bathroom.
There is a small pond at the back of the grounds and a kid was fishing it. They also have a fenced in dog park. No shade in that area, but nice touch!
GuideBeautiful grounds. Paved level sites. Great path around the lake. Wish there were trees
GuideThe grounds are so well maintained. The spaces are level and paved. The path around the lake is awesome. A lot of activities in one location. My only issue is no shade. It’s a newer facility so the trees are not mature.
Cabins near Highland, Illinois range from rustic to comfort-oriented accommodations within a 30-minute drive. The region sits along the Kaskaskia River basin at approximately 500 feet elevation with seasonal temperatures that fluctuate significantly. Winter cabin rentals require advance planning as many facilities reduce operations from November through March.
Fishing access: year-round options: At Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area, anglers can fish directly from the shoreline. "We lucked out and were able to reserve one of the last spots (site #76) which happened to have a nice view of the lake and several short trails down to the water. There was a sand/beach area and plenty of firewood around," notes one visitor.
Hiking trails: lake views: The hiking trails around Beaver Dam State Park Campground offer moderate terrain for casual walks. "The trail goes all the way around the lake with several fishing spots. The overlook to the marsh is pretty cool," reports a camper who explored the area. The trails need better markings but provide scenic lake views.
Swimming options: pools and beaches: Seasonal swimming facilities vary between cabin locations. "There is a swimming pool and campground store. The pool was closed when we were there but looked nice," mentions an Eldon Hazlet visitor. Many cabin rental properties close pools from September through May, so verify availability when booking.
Proximity to St. Louis attractions: Cahokia RV Parque offers cabin accommodations with easy access to metropolitan attractions. "Just minutes across the river from St. Louis. They have a shuttle to the various tourist attractions, just ask the staff at the office for details," reports a visitor. Their cabin options provide urban convenience while maintaining camping comforts.
Clean facilities: air conditioned bathhouses: The shower facilities at Dam West Campground receive consistent praise. "Showers are great separate toilets/shower rooms," notes a recent visitor. Another camper states, "CLEAN (and air conditioned) bath houses. The sites are beautiful and well maintained!" This makes the cabin experience more comfortable during summer heat.
Budget-friendly pricing: Value-oriented cabins provide affordable accommodations. A visitor to Beaver Dam State Park noted, "This is a small quaint campground that allows you to get a feel for the state park. There are plenty of walking trails, rec areas and fishing available around the park which makes it for the perfect weekend getaway for the family."
Reservation timing: book early: Securing cabin rentals requires advance planning. At Dam West Campground, "We arrived at this campground at 11am on a Friday only to find that that the first-come, first-serve sites were already full. From driving around it looks like a very nice campground. After talking to the campground host, it sounds like they go fast."
Water quality concerns: Water systems at some properties may have seasonal issues. At Eldon Hazlet, one camper reported, "Only complaint that I have was the potable water supply. I filled by trailer's tank at the drinking water supply when you enter the campground. It was extremely dirty with a lot of copper colored solids."
Offseason limitations: Several cabin properties reduce services during winter months. A Dam West visitor notes, "Very nice kept up campground. Reservable sites are hard to book. Only negatives is that this campground is not open year-round." Call ahead to confirm winter availability.
Activity planning: weekend events: Country Bend Campground offers extensive family-oriented recreation. "Huge campground with a lot of different areas. Be prepared for a lot of walking unless you rent or bring your own golf cart. Holiday weekends have so many planned activities, some for all ages," shares a visitor. Their cabin rentals provide convenient access to these facilities.
Grocery options: plan ahead: Supply runs require driving to nearby towns. "Walmart is just 5-10min away if needed as well as restaurants, gas station, and other amenities in Carlyle nearby," mentions an Eldon Hazlet camper. Most cabin areas lack substantial on-site stores.
Playground access: multiple locations: Family-friendly cabin areas typically include play areas. At Eldon Hazlet, "There are three playground areas, a basketball court, sand volleyball and a pool during summer months. Lots of families with kids, bike rides and plenty of other lake and outdoor activities in the area," notes a visitor.
Site selection strategy: At Rustic Acres Jellystone, site choices matter significantly. "The campsites are small and a bit pricey, but it is a great family friendly place. Good pizza and amazing ice cream at the store!" The same applies when selecting cabin locations within campgrounds.
Onsite food options: Some cabin areas feature dining facilities. At Cahokia RV Parque, a visitor recommends, "Do NOT miss the BBQ place in the parking lot... fantastic food and a 10% discount for park customers." This saves cooking time during short stays.
Bathroom proximity planning: When selecting cabin locations, bathroom proximity matters. One Eldon Hazlet visitor cautioned, "Unless you have a restroom in your rig, be prepared to walk up to the showerhouse. The pit toilets that were spread across the campground were in horrendous condition and had wasps, spiders, and other critters hanging out."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Highland, IL is Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area with a 4.2-star rating from 26 reviews.
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