Best Dispersed Camping near Jacksonville, IL

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4 Reviews of 1 Jacksonville Campgrounds


  • Cyndy & Selena R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek
    Jul. 31, 2023

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Great quiet location ON the Mississippi River

    Very impressed with this beautiful location. The site is right on the Mississippi River!

    There are 13 sites for RVs and Travel Trailers. Three sites are curved to pull in and out easily. Site 13 is large enough for 2 RVs. There is a large boat ramp. The area is freshly paved and undergoing reforestation. However, there are a lot of trees. No water, no electrical hookups, and no bathrooms. There is 1 small trash bin. Mosquitoes are prevalent.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek
    Apr. 28, 2022

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    great spot to watch the river

    This site is a great place to watch that amazing river pass by.  you sit and watch the barges and various things float by.  really great.  you are close to the RR tracks but there aren't that many trains.  It is not exactly where The dyrt sends you.  on Google maps it's listed as Oneil  Creek, though the entrance is marked as Silo Access.  It's about 1 mile north off RT 79 from Calumet Creek access.  It's a great place.

  • Matthew H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek
    Oct. 19, 2021

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Not for tents

    Nice campground with a great view of the Mississippi. You won’t miss the train as it comes by 3-4 times a day. And lots of barges and river boats that are fun to watch not restrooms or hook ups of any kind. So bring your rv, water and a generator. But we will going back again for sure. Can beat free and great views

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek

    Free river side camping.

    Primitive camping on the Mississippi River. This is mostly a wide gravel bar that you can set up camp on with great views of the big river. But there are no amenities, and few sites. The road through the campground is nicely graded and there is obviously some work being done to restore the flora- trees being planted, areas marked off for restoration. You will be very close to active train tracks, so bring your earplugs. Be sure to be self contained as there is no vault toilet or porta potty currently. The best sites are at the opposite ends of the flat circle where there are large gravel areas ideal for parking RV’s. The boat ramp was a bit of a mess with logs and sandbars, but I suspect the US Army Corps of Engineers are still in the process of cleaning this access area up from flooding from previous years.



Guide to Jacksonville

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Jacksonville, Illinois, where nature meets tranquility. With stunning views and a chance to escape the hustle and bustle, these spots offer a perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiasts.

Tips for free and dispersed camping near Jacksonville, Illinois

  • Be prepared for a primitive experience; for instance, Bridgeview park has no electric hookups or water, so bring your own supplies.

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Activities while free camping near Jacksonville

  • Fishing and boating are popular activities at Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek, thanks to its large boat ramp and proximity to the river, making it an ideal spot for water lovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Jacksonville, IL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Jacksonville, IL is Silo Access Area - O’Neil Creek with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.