3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV campgrounds operate within a 30-mile radius of Kinmundy, Illinois, offering full hookups, 50-amp service, and pull-through sites for travelers. Archway RV Park in Mount Vernon features full-hookup sites with 50-amp service and accommodates big rigs on gravel pads arranged in close proximity. "Sites are nice, although all sites face each other meaning you will be 5-10 feet from your neighbors if you are sitting out front," noted one camper. Percival Springs RV Campground in Watson offers water and electric hookups with 50-amp service on spacious pull-through sites. Kaskaskia Dragon RV Park in Vandalia provides both 30-amp and 50-amp electric service with water and sewer connections. Sites at most parks are predominantly gravel with limited shade trees.
Full-service amenities vary significantly between RV parks in this region. Many locations provide sanitary dump stations, though not all sites include sewer hookups. Showers and restrooms are available at Archway RV Park and Percival Springs, while Kaskaskia Dragon lacks shower facilities despite offering laundry and propane services. Seasonal operation affects some locations, with Cedarbrook RV Park and Campground operating from April through October. Pet policies generally permit animals with standard restrictions. Cell service remains consistent throughout the area. Advance reservations are recommended, especially for weekend stays during summer months when occupancy rates increase. Several parks accommodate overnight stays for travelers passing through on Interstate 57.
"Gravel sites arranged like a parking lot but large enough for big rigs. Trees and flowers all about. 50 amps only."
"Lots of space, i used 50 amp, full hookup, no problems."
from $60 - $75 / night
"Full hook ups. No WiFi or cable or anything fancy. There is a little playground on site as well. Pet friendly."
"Long spots, friendly owner, easy access to hardware store across the street, coin laundry available. Downsides is wifi is poor, gravel is unlevel, limited menu on DoorDash."
from $30 / night
"This campground is very convenient if you’re looking for a quick stay during a trip. It’s just a short hop off the highway, yet the road noise wasn’t bad."
"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."
"Campground is off the beaten path, lots of space to spread out, and the top 4 amenities (electricity, water, flush toilets and showers). It’s not the cleanest bathrooms but certainly not the worst."
"Quiet pretty area. Good Verizon service."
TravelerThis is a 100 site campground on Rend Lake in Illinois. Lots of trees. Level paved sites unless you book right by the lake. Some are very steep. Bring lots to level with! We are in site 92. Away from the lake but beautiful sunshine.
GuideGreat place easy on off the hyw sites are old so you may need to block up your RV to level it . Some sites only have electric so be careful when you book it. Heard some road noise from the HYW but the campsite had plenty of room
TravelerCamp Host is very friendly and brought firewood to our site. Bath/shower house was clean. We were in the equestrian campground due to our 73 foot overall length. It was a great stay for visiting family. There are a lot of outdoor activities at the lake area, but no pool.
LegendWe had never stayed at Whittington Woods, but several of our camping friends have stayed here over the years while traveling through the area. At a recent RV open house, we talked with the campground (CG) owners and decided to switch our reservation from another private CG to Whittington Woods to check it out. The owners suggested sites 92 or 97, and we were able to reserve back-in site 92 with FHUs for our two-night stay. Site 92 is one of the better sites, with a large yard and good separation from neighboring sites. The CG was easy to find off I-57—follow your GPS or the signs. Check-in was quick, and we were escorted to our site. Unfortunately, one of the CG’s regular guests had set up in our reserved site 92 instead of site 93. After a brief discussion between our owner/escort and the guest, moving him was clearly not going to be a quick process. We were offered a couple of other available sites and decided to take site 93. Site 93 was a significant downgrade, with only a sliver of yard and very little separation from site 94. The sewer and electrical connections are near the center of the gravel pad, while the electrical breaker is on the opposite side of site 94. The water connection is at the very back, requiring more than 30 feet of hose for our rig. The owners were very nice, probably too nice when dealing with their“regulars,” and made the situation more tolerable by giving us a good discount for site 93. We received two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. We normally get good performance from our T-Mobile internet with two bars, but download speed was only 41.2 Mbps. The CG Wi-Fi was better at 69.3 Mbps download. There are a lot of mature trees, so satellite/Starlink reception could be iffy depending on the site. The CG is conveniently located near I-57 and right off IL-37, although there was quite a bit of highway noise that was manageable for us. The property provides plenty of room for walking, especially with a dog, and has a decent-sized dog park. There are quite a few full-timers and regulars, with some keeping their sites well maintained and others not so much. We also saw some of the same latitude given to“regulars” when it came to keeping dogs on a leash and picking up after them. They have 5 pull throughs that are mainly used for overnighters that are handy but close together. We understand why several of our friends regularly stay here for a night or two while traveling to and from Florida. Whittington Woods is conveniently located off I-57 and offers FHUs, making the CG a practical overnight stop. Our home base is only about an hour and a half away, however, and we have better options in the area when we need a final stop to flush tanks before heading home.
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.
GuideWhat started as a one-night camping trip quickly turned into a three-night stay—I just didn't want to leave! Most of the campsites feature beautiful lake views and are well-shaded by tall trees. Each spot is equipped with an electric hookup, a fire pit, and a picnic table, plus having access to hot showers made the stay super comfortable. To top it off, our cats loved taking walks with us around the campground!
GuideThis was a beautiful place to spend an evening on our cross country trip. We were able to secure site B7 -a nice level and shady spot on a beautiful tree lined lake. The site was dusty but there was a picnic table and electricity. It was 90 degrees in early October so I can imagine the open spots are really hot during the heat of the summer. Signs tell you to check in with camp host before parking but there was no one at their camper. I called the phone number and a helpful gentleman explained that the sites were first come, first served and someone would be around to collect our $20 fee. One large bathhouse for the campground was a good walk away but was spotless. I would have given this campground a 5 rating but after walking around, we realized that most of the sites by the lake were hard packed dirt, small and not level. However there is a new section I that has 10 long back in gravel pads with electric & water. They are away from the water but close to the shower house. Finally, google coordinates directed us to a private residence just short of the marina. Follow directions to the marina and find the road to the campground at the end of the parking lot.
ScoutThis is such a peaceful and great place to camp.
ScoutRend Lake, in Whittington, Il is just a great place to camp. From primitive to full hook ups they have what you need for a Corps of Engineers campground.
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.
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.
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."
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."
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.
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.
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