RV parks near Kinmundy, Illinois provide travelers with connections to both Interstate 57 and Interstate 64. The surrounding terrain features gently rolling farmland punctuated by small lakes and wooded areas. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 500-600 feet above sea level with summer temperatures averaging 85°F and frequent thunderstorms from May through September.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Spring Creek Campground offers a well-maintained fishing pond that attracts anglers. "The fishing pond is great and beautiful. Big rig friendly. Bob showed up as I pulled in and made sure I was all set for the night," notes one camper at Spring Creek Campground.
Playground access: Multiple RV parks near Kinmundy feature playground facilities for children. "There is a nice playground in the shade next to a pavilion," mentions a visitor to Spring Creek Campground. Similarly, Archway RV Park includes "a nice playground and dog park as well as a pond at the location."
Lake activities: Camp Lakewood provides lakefront sites with water access. "Beautiful view from site 19! My son came to fish so make sure your site isn't on a hill where you can't fish from the site. Fishing is good though, the bass are biting! The swimming area is basically just a dock you can jump off of but it's not crowded at all," reports a recent visitor.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high in camper satisfaction at several parks. "Bathrooms are lovely and clean," mentions one tent camper at Cedarbrook RV Park and Campground. At Camp Lakewood, another visitor notes, "The bathrooms are so clean! Nice place overall!"
Overnight convenience: Many travelers appreciate the strategic location of campgrounds for interstate travel. "We travel between Charleston, SC and Omaha, NE several times a year and always stay here on return trip. Long first day drive, but so handy and staff couldn't be more accommodating to our late arrivals," writes one Archway RV Park visitor.
On-site amenities: Archway RV Park receives praise for its connectivity options. "The WiFi works great as I was able to stream anything I wanted on Hulu," mentions one camper. Camp Lakewood offers additional conveniences including "a store there as well to help campers purchase whatever they need during their stay."
What you should know
Site spacing: Many RV parks in the Kinmundy region feature close site arrangements. According to one camper at Camp Lakewood, "The sites are fairly tight. Couldn't erect our screen house even if we wanted to."
Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds operate on limited schedules. Cedarbrook RV Park and Campground runs from April through October, restricting off-season camping options.
Limited tent sites: Most facilities primarily cater to RVs with fewer tent options. "There are only about 6 tent sites at this campground, which makes it not entirely friendly for tent campers," notes a visitor to Cedarbrook RV Park.
Varied hookup configurations: Percival Springs RV Campground offers specific site arrangements. "Huge pull thru sites for about 4 rigs. Lots of grass for 4 legged friends," mentions one camper. Another notes, "Mostly long term occupants with about 5 sites for travelers."
Tips for camping with families
Dog-friendly areas: Several campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated spaces. "There is a nice doggie park area fenced off too!!" shares a visitor to Archway RV Park, making it suitable for families traveling with four-legged members.
Evening entertainment: Kaskaskia Dragon RV Park provides easy access to nearby services. "Long spots, friendly owner, easy access to hardware store across the street, coin laundry available," notes a recent guest, allowing families convenient shopping options.
Swimming options: Camp Lakewood offers water recreation. "The swimming area is basically just a dock you can jump off of but it's not crowded at all so plenty of room for my family," shares one visitor with children.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Lakeside RV Campground, site choice matters. "No sewage hookup, but does have a dump station," warns one experienced RVer. Another camper at Camp Lakewood advises, "The campground is fairly small. They appeared to have all gravel sites with minimal grass."
Arrival planning: Late arrivals require advance coordination at some parks. "We booked this on the road, and even though the office was closed, a site had been reserved and marked for us," shares an Archway RV Park visitor.
Power connections: Adapters may be necessary at some RV parks near Kinmundy. At Archway, "Full-hookups with only a 50amp connection so if you are using 30 make sure you have a 50/30 adapter," advises a camper.
