Best Tent Camping near Jerseyville, IL

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Best Tent Sites Near Jerseyville, Illinois (9)

    Eric's photo of tent camping at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at McCully Heritage Project near Kampsville, IL

    1. McCully Heritage Project

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    Kampsville, Illinois

    Pitch your tent in one of four widely spaced sites. Each site has enough room for multiple tents and includes a fire pit and picnic table. The sites are just a short walk from our shower/restroom facility. The fishing ponds are just a quarter mile walk from the campsites, and access to the numerous trails throughout our 940-acre property is directly from the campsites. While we have four designated sites, it is rare for all to be full, and likely that you'll be the only campers here most days. We are located in a very remote/rural part of Illinois in a county nestled between the Mississippi& Illinois Rivers, but only 75 miles north of downtown St. Louis. We have been included in John Shirle's"The Best in Tent Camping: Illinois."

    The McCully Heritage Project is a 940- acre environmental center located one mile south of Kampsville in beautiful and remote Calhoun County. We are a private non-profit left as the legacy of Howard and Eva McCully.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $20 - $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Rainey Park near Kane, IL
    Darren D.'s photo of tent camping at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Waverly Lake City Park near Woodson, IL

    3. Waverly Lake City Park

    3 Reviews
    10 Photos
    6 Saves
    Woodson, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Countryside Escape near Edwardsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Countryside Escape near Edwardsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Countryside Escape near Edwardsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Countryside Escape near Edwardsville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Countryside Escape near Edwardsville, IL

    4. Countryside Escape

    2 Reviews
    4 Photos
    19 Saves
    Edwardsville, Illinois

    Pick from a variety of spots from the lakeside, to secluded forest, to open field for pitching your tent on this orchard land! This property is open to dispersed camping wherever you prefer. Equipped with fire pits, pond for viewing water fowl, and bathrooms with showers inside the house. This is a great spot to spend the night on your way to or from St. Louis, Chicago or Indianapolis. Close to St Louis and all the fun there! Great biking in the area, hiking at Pere Marquette State Park, and swimming and water sports at Horseshoe Lake State Park. Firewood can be bought on site, grocery, convenience stores, restaurants, fast food and gas stations easy drive of 10-15 min.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $15 - $16 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at William R. Logan Conservation Area near Silex, MO

    5. William R. Logan Conservation Area

    2 Reviews
    8 Photos
    19 Saves
    Silex, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO
    Camper-submitted photo at St. Charles County Klondike Park near Augusta, MO

    6. St. Charles County Klondike Park

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    34 Saves
    Augusta, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    Terri W.'s photo of tent camping at Hidden Ridge near Carlinville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Ridge near Carlinville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Ridge near Carlinville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Ridge near Carlinville, IL
    Camper-submitted photo at Hidden Ridge near Carlinville, IL

    7. Hidden Ridge

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    Carlinville, Illinois
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Camp Creek Park near Foristell, MO

    8. Indian Camp Creek Park

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    11 Saves
    Foristell, Missouri

    Indian Camp Creek Park, located at 2679 Dietrich Road, Foristell, is St. Charles County’s largest park with 603 acres, including more than 10 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian use. Camping, disc golf, fishing and a large destination playground are just some of the amenities found there. Climb to the top of the observation silo, and discover the beautiful prairies, vast wooded hills, and protected habitat found throughout the park.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo at Sandstone Spring & Camp near Swansea, IL

    9. Sandstone Spring & Camp

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    7 Saves
    Swansea, Illinois

    Tent only camping. Deep in 300 million years old Carboniverous sandstone spring bed valley with fossils. Place to relax & take in the nature of this hidden gem in the city of Belleville, IL. No restrooms. No showers. Swimming in areas of spring is limited to shallow pools. But it is enough to cool you off.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $28 - $38 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near Jerseyville, Illinois

244 Reviews of 9 Jerseyville Campgrounds


  • John H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Waverly Lake City Park
    Sep. 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.

  • Nathaniel B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
    Aug. 8, 2024

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    Best campsite we've found to explore STL

    Well maintained and well managed park. Staff on duty at all hours is awesome! We called ahead but didn't need a reservation. It is a city park and had that feel... not many trees for shade but the lake was pretty and the playground was good for the kiddos. Five minutes from food and stores. 30 minutes from downtown Saint Louis. I'll

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherokee Lakes Campground
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Cherokee Lakes Campground

    Secluded and spacious tent camping sites

    I spent a night here camping while on a road trip. The check-in was quick and easy. The host showed me the tent campsites, which are secluded and private from the RV sites. The sites are outfitted with a picnic table and brick fire rings. Some have water spickets. There's a central covered picnic area. Lots of shade and tall trees. You'll want to check them for dead limbs before setting up your site. I didn't ask if hammock camping is allowed. There are at least two sites that would work nicely for a hammock. A portable toilet is available to keep the area sanitary for urgent needs; the flush toilets, laundry, and fitness center at the main entrance are also available for a longer walk or short drive.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Hillbillie Ranch
    May. 18, 2024

    Hillbillie Ranch

    Hillbillie Ranch is not there anymore

    They are no longer a campground. Bought out now private property.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park
    Apr. 19, 2024

    St. Peters' 370 Lakeside Park

    Good now, and will be really nice when the trees get bigger

    Stayed here most of the several weeks we needed to be in St. Louis for family matters. Definitely our favorite place in the area. The grounds are clean and pleasant, if a bit sparse with little shade. This will change over the subsequent years, however, as there are many relatively newly planted trees. 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. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Trash and recycling receptacles are huge and convenient. My only complaint is the poorly thought out sink situation in the bathrooms which make it impossible to wash in a sanitary way as you must hold the tap to keep the water flowing and there are no paper towels to that with, only hand dryers. There is boating and archery on site, a dog run, and a small playground.

  • Mike L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Charles County Klondike Park
    Jan. 10, 2024

    St. Charles County Klondike Park

    Fantastic Camping Just Off The Katy Trail

    I have bike-packed along the Katy and this is an excellent spot for an overnight(s) stay. It is a tough, but short, climb from the trail. You may have to walk up the hill - challenge made :-) . This is a St. Charles County Park and it is well maintained. They also have small cabins though pretty basic. Make sure to store your food securely overnight - the racoons are pretty thick and hungry at night. I have also done short bike-packing trips from Chesterfield and St. Charles for an overnight(s) stay. If you need it, grab food in Augusta or Defiance before arriving. There are no services in the park.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Kamper Kompanion RV Park
    Nov. 6, 2023

    Kamper Kompanion RV Park

    Kamper Companion Family Favy

    We really enjoyed Kamper Companion! We stay there every time we pass through Litchfield. Quiet, family friendly, and great for our dogs. We love the dog yard!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Beyond the Trail RV Park
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Beyond the Trail RV Park

    Convenient Location

    The location of the campground is ideal being located adjacent to the Katy bike trail and within walking distance from restaurants, a brewery and wineries.  The sites are mostly open, small and tight for larger RVs. The roads are all gravel as are the sites and there is limited grassy areas. The site services, electric, water and sewer, are located to the front of the site and extensions were needed for both the electric and sewer. The park has no onsite laundry and there are none in town. If it wasn't for the location I would probably give the park 2 stars.

  • Brooklyn G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beyond the Trail RV Park
    Aug. 2, 2023

    Beyond the Trail RV Park

    Safe, convenient, last minute

    Easy to book online even the day of. Choose your spot ahead of time and pull in, easy as that! There are RV & tent sites, bathrooms with hot showers. Had no problem booking around 7pm the day of and arrived around 1 am quietly set up in my previously reserved spot. Check out is at 2 pm

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jul. 26, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    If I Could Leave Zero Stars I Would

    I have stayed in hundreds of places and hiked many miles and have never experienced a tick infestation like I did at this park. I stopped counting at 20(!!!) pulled off my dogs(yes, they are on prevention meds), myself(yes, I was wearing DEET), and inside my camper in just two days. 0/10 do NOT recommend

  • Ray & Terri F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pittsfield City Lake
    Jul. 14, 2023

    Pittsfield City Lake

    Nice small CG just above the lake

    We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 33 for just 1 night in late June. This is a relatively small CG, 33 sites, and there were only a handful or so of sites available when we arrived on a Friday afternoon and they do not accept reservations. The showers were clean and hot. The electric and water hookups on some sites, at least ours, was at the back and on the wrong side. Our electric cord just reached the post. AT&T coverage varied, with 1-2 Bars of LTE service and speeds between 0.4 and 3.5 MB/s. We had a clear view of the southern and northern sky, so we were able to get DISH coverage on all three western satellites at our site and Starlink had speed up to 12 MB/s.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jun. 30, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    Good and Simple

    Good spot for a St.Louis stop. Sites are paved and relatively level. $25 for electric only but with a dump and fresh water fill up stations. Hot water showers in bathrooms. Reservations on the website are until 7pm day-of or first-come first-served need to arrive by 9pm before gate closes. Little tags on each site to say which is still available for that night. No pay station so if office is closed can pay in the a.m.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    Huge Spaces- Very Private and Clean!

    We booked this campground because we were spending time in St Louis. It only took about 35 minutes to get from here to downtown. The campground is close to grocery stores and lots of shopping! The sites themselves are very clean and well kept. Our site, 32, was huge and grassy! If you want to be close to the playground and bathrooms, this site was perfect.

  • Cassondra P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags

    Clean campground - Tight sites

    We stopped her for a few nights to check out St. Louis. It’s about a 30-40 min drive to the arch from campground

    Sites were all gravel, fire pits were poorly placed and frequently it fell under someone else’s slide or trailer. We always bring our solo stove so we could have a fire in a better spot on our lot

    Pool and bathrooms were clean, staff were very friendly

    This campground has a ton of “cabins”

    There is a very large hill to get in and some sites are VERY tight - we thankfully had a decent size site comparatively

  • MGySgt K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott AFB FamCamp
    May. 24, 2023

    Scott AFB FamCamp

    Pretty Good

    Most important, if you put Scott FamCamp in google maps, it will take you there, BUT google maps will take you to no longer operational entry gates. It takes you to gates that have been closed for years. So put in Commissary to get on base. Once on base put in FamCamp. Does not have sewer hook up. One dump station that is clean, black water hose provided, but used a lot. Expect to wait your turn. A lot of spots are not level, so come prepared. Some spots are shaded. Some spots are in full sun. Darn the bugs are miserable, miserable, miserable. Showers are 2ea male for almost 30 spots. Sites have water only and 30&50amp plug in at pedestal. You are on the entire opposite side of the base, away from everything, absolutely everything.. You are only kinda close to the golf course which being Illinois the golf course and golf course cafe run seasonally by days and various hours depending on what month of the year. Food is simple pub food, but is great. Be prepared to drive to everything, nothing is walking distance. Even cafe is a couple miles away. It is very quiet even when full. All, i mean all RVers and tent campers we met, were very nice. It is my go to place, since i local to set up and enjoy quiet. They have one soda machine at the camp site. I have never seen it work. Don’t come thirsty. Stayed Aug, Sept, November 2022, May 2023.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Sherwood Forest
    May. 4, 2023

    Sherwood Forest

    Nicest hosts around

    The hosts at this campground were really nice. The bathrooms are clean, the place is quiet, and the nature around this place is a plus. As many people have mentioned, it’s a hidden gem!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags
    Apr. 20, 2023

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Resort at Six Flags

    Great Quiet Campsite

    Quick decision to stop here on a road trip. Was extremely easy to book only a few hours in advance over the phone. Very friendly and attentive staff. Site was very clean and well kept as well as quiet and peaceful


Guide to Jerseyville

Tent camping near Jerseyville, Illinois offers a variety of scenic spots for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy nature and create lasting memories.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • The McCully Heritage Project features drinking water, picnic tables, and free firewood, making it a convenient choice for families.
  • At William R. Logan Conservation Area, campers can enjoy a primitive experience with fire pits and nearby hiking trails, perfect for those seeking a rustic getaway.
  • Waverly Lake City Park offers a peaceful setting with portable toilets and a limit on stay duration, ensuring a quiet retreat.

Tent campers should check out local attractions

Unique features of nearby campgrounds

  • The Countryside Escape offers a unique camping experience around a pond, with the added charm of friendly local wildlife.
  • At Waverly Lake City Park, campers can enjoy a serene environment with well-spaced sites that provide privacy and tranquility.
  • The McCully Heritage Project is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, complete with playground equipment for kids and ample space for group gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Jerseyville, IL is McCully Heritage Project with a 4.8-star rating from 5 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find tent camping near Jerseyville, IL?

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