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Best RV Sites Near Lena, IL (73)

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    1. Rustic Barn Campground RV Park

    15 Reviews
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    63 Saves

    We welcome you to experience the true beauty of the Midwest. Our campground offers a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere, where you can enjoy the landscapes of rolling hills and lush countryside, with a friendly and caring staff and numerous amenities Rustic Barn Campground & RV Park is only 3 blocks off highway 151/61/35 and extremely convienent to reach. Just a few miles from the beautiful bluffs of the Mighty Mississippi, we are conveniently located in the tri-state area of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois, where there are endless activities and attractions. 7 miles from Dubuque, IA 15 miles from Platteville, WI 17 miles from Galena, IL 80 miles from Madison, WI

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    2. Off Shore RV Park

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    Off Shore Resort is situated on the most scenic Mississippi Riverfront property in the upper Midwest and features a hotel, campground, state of the art outdoor pool and aquatics center, bar and restaurant and an event center. We are located just two-miles north of the beautiful, quaint riverside village of Bellevue, Iowa. Patrons may visit our resort by road as well as the mighty Mississippi to enjoy our hospitality. During the 2021 season, we have undergone extensive renovations across the entire property to provide a true Mississippi riverfront destination resort. Come check us out!

    Whether you need a little adult time being pampered for a few nights in a luxury riverfront suite at our beautiful hotel, or bring the whole family to relax outdoors around the campfire, you really should check out Off Shore Resort. And for those who are already familiar with us, the new aquatics center and remodeled restaurant should bring you back for an all new fun-in-the-sun experience.

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    $69 - $139 / night

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    3. Sugar Shores RV Resort

    3 Reviews
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    4. Olde Massey Campground and RV Park

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    Under new ownership March 1 2023 We are located half a mile from Mississippi River with a boat landing. We are a family owned and operated campground. We offer full hook ups and have Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Seasonal and yearly camping. we offer 30 and 50 Amp Electric with full hookups. We have a Pavillion for you to gather with friends and family. Free WIFI and washer and dryer. we also offer Ice and Firewood. Entertainment on weekends, we also have a canoe to use with life jackets for free. Pet friendly call us today to get all the details.

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    5. Lake Louise RV Resort

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    Discover Lake Louise RV Resort. Our Beautiful retreat is located along scenic IL Highway 2 south of Rockford, near Byron. Boasting beautiful, natural sand beaches boarding our sparkling 13 acres spring-fed Lake Louise, we our uniquely positioned as one of the Midwest's finest swimming and fishing facilities. Come and enjoy our spacious pool and lounging deck area. Relax in our 9 person hot tub. Visit for the week, weekend or all season long! Located just 25 minutes from Rockford, Illinois, Byron is full of small town charm. For the scientific minded, there is Weiskopf Observatory located in the Byron Forest Preserve while you are there you can visit the Heritage Farm Museum. More fun for museum lovers can be found at the Byron Museum of History& Lucius Read House or Jarrett Prairie Center Museum. Golf lovers can play a round at Prairie View Golf Course with a stop at the Hairy Cow Brewing Company offering 12 different world class beers.

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    7. Coconut Cove Campground Resort

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    Looking for a tropical getaway without the hefty price tag? Look no further than Coconut Cove Resort. Nestled against the Mississippi River, families and couples alike can stretch out by the pool or at our local, 10-acre lake. Whether you’re looking for a short-term vacation or an extended stay, choose from our luxurious cabins or set up your own RV in one of our parking spaces. Reservations and more information on our tropical resort is coming soon.

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    8. Lake Le-Aqua-Na

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      9. Crystal Lake RV Park

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      10. Rock Cut state park

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      Located 10 miles northeast of Rockford, Rock Cut State Park is a 3,100-acre recreation area that encompasses two natural grasslands, a natural creek area, a nature preserve and 162-acre Pierce Lake. The area was designated a state park in 1957 as a way of preserving a local polititian’s favorite fishing hole. Prior to this, the park and wider area has a long history of Native American residence, including the Mascouten, the Winnegabo, and the Chippewa. With abundant water and preserved natural areas, the park now supports a thriving habitat for local birds, fish and wildlife. And with year-round camping and outdoor activities, you can experience the many seasonal sides the park has to offer. The campground at Rock Cut provides 270 sites that can accommodate tent campers, as well as RV and trailer campers up to 40 feet. Back-in sites are mostly grassy and equipped with picnic tables, cooking grills and electrical hookups. The campground provides water faucets, restrooms, showers, and a dump station; the water and dump station are not available November through April. One of the park’s multiuse trails runs right through the campground, and provides access to the larger trail network. Most of the campground’s facilities are ADA accessible. Dogs are permitted in the park, but must remain leashed; alcohol is not permitted. For recreating in temperate seasons, more than 40 miles of hiking, cycling and equestrian trails allow you to explore the park’s woodlands and prairies. These are ideal ways to observe some of the local birds, animals, and wildflowers. For fun on the water, paddle around in a canoe or kayak, take a dip at Olsen Beach, or go fishing for some of the lake’s largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, pike and walleye. Several picnic areas throughout the park are ideal for group or family gatherings. In the snowy season, many of the park’s trails are open to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, with gear rentals available. For more family fun in the area, check out the nearby Volcano Falls Adventure Park.

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      $12 - $50 / night

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    Recent RV Reviews In Lena

    479 Reviews of 73 Lena Campgrounds


    • Linda N.
      Camper-submitted photo from Sweet Minnihaha Campground
      Oct. 16, 2024

      Sweet Minnihaha Campground

      music fest

      I originally went to this campground a couple years ago for a music festival, but I discovered how much fun it was. the people were incredible. the staff was really awesome so I continue to make it back at least once a year

    • Jeff and Linda L.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Sep. 20, 2024

      Grant River Recreation Area

      Feet from the Mississippi

      The park is on the beautiful might Mississippi river. It’s 2 miles from Potosi, WI with a large brewery with good food as well. Army Corps so half price with America The Beautiful senior discount card. If you like trains you will see many, close and going fast.

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
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      Sep. 4, 2024

      Mississippi Palisades State Park

      Super cheap for what you get.

      I got a primitive tent site in an area all to myself, with a shower house just down the road, in a beautiful and quiet campground for $10 cash. You really can’t beat that. Campground is separate from the park so you don’t have to pay a park entrance fee to stay here.

    • Brent A.
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      Sep. 3, 2024

      Vel Terra

      Wonderful Little Campground

      We stayed at this campground over Labor Day. The owner intentionally doesn't fill all of the sites in order to give people more space- a great luxury over a holiday like this. The sites are pretty small and only one 'sleeping structure' is allowed on each site but we found that Jeff was very willing to let us put up two tents (one for my wife & I 

      + one for the kids) because we were in the same family.

      The bathrooms and showers were very neat and well maintained. We didn't use the showers because they were paid but our friends did and had good things to say about them.

      The campground has a very nice playground (the favorite of the trip for one of my kids) and a lounge where anyone staying at the campground can rest with A/C, wifi, a phone charging area, and some board games.

      The primary drawback is that there isn't a lot of outdoor activities to do in the area. All the land is private so there's not great hiking (a little in the state park about 20 min drive away), IL law allows waterways to be privately owned so you can't kayak the river, etc. Galena is nearby if you want to go shopping and we really enjoyed going to Terrapin Apple Orchard and picking some apples (if you're there in the Fall). But all in all I would say this is a great campground to rest and relax at- probably not ideal for outdoor adventures.

    • Dj Y.
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      Aug. 19, 2024

      Grant River Recreation Area

      Sandy and Gentleman worker=AMAZING

      I was hitchhiking thru, was dropped off by a ride that said he was buying a $14 tent site for me, come to find out he never did, I just was honest with sandy and the gentleman worker and offered the only 8$ I had, no sir, they said please stay for free and just enjoy. WONDERFUL PPL THAT CARE ABOUT OTHERS!! THANKS YALL

    • Jenna R.
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      Aug. 11, 2024

      Blue Mound State Park Campground

      Great for families

      Lots of playgrounds for kids age 2-10. Pit toilets smell- I’d avoid sites around them. Hot Showers by lot 30 and at pool. Pool is not heated as stated- definitely not 80 degrees. West tower is the best for sunsets. Site 75 was nice as it was a bit back from the road and you can’t see your neighbors.

    • Renee R.
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      Jul. 29, 2024

      Brigham Park

      Nice spot for summer camping.

      I've visited this campground twice and it's been a hit both times.

      Pros:

      - Scenic overlook is gorgeous.

      - The dense tree cover and near-constant slight breeze help to both keep this campground cool and the mosquitos at bay.

      - Well-kept vault toilets.

      - Close to a many points of interest.

      Cons:

      - Some of the sites are strangely graded and situated.  One site near ours had the fire pit at the very edge, making sitting around it virtually impossible.  14 was a pretty site but had a large tree in the middle of it.

      - Using the County website to reserve the site was clunky and time consuming.

    • Alex A.
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      Jul. 22, 2024

      Toms Campground

      Great, friendly, affordable, convenient

      We needed a place after visiting the House on the Rock and couldn't find anything with hookups nearby. We stumbled upon Tom's Campground hoping to find a site. We pulled in and Tom met us at our camper as soon as we got to the top of the hill and before we even got out. He was very friendly and informative. Showers were good enough but we aren't picky, 7 minutes for $0.25. The area was beautiful.

    • Sarah B.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Jul. 19, 2024

      Yellowstone Lake State Park

      Def do not recommend for summer 2024!

      I wanted so badly to love this campground experience, but just didn't. Site 19 was an easy walk-in that theoretically had nearby vault toilets, parking, and water.

      Each site only had space for one car to park before walking in. Not a huge deal, but annoying as there were 2 of us who drove separate and we had to problem solve. When we got to the site I was shocked to see that what was labeled as a tent site had literally NO flat space to actually set up a tent. Spacious site, but fully sloped.

      Also, what I would have loved to know, is that the vault toilets are closed because they are doing construction to build something new in that space. Construction that starts loudly each day at 7am. Honestly every site from about #35 down was affected by the noise because the construction is happening in the middle of the loop (and actually blocking some of the one-way road as well).

      The park in general was okay. Per the usual, the pet areas were lacking. No beach at all, just grass covered in goose poop and one cut out on the raised shore between tall grasses and foliage where a dog could potentially jump in. Certainly nowhere for a human to enjoy the water with their pups unfortunately.

    • Christie B.
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      Jul. 10, 2024

      Green County Fairgrounds

      Ok but you have to work around the events going on because you have to leave when they are going on!

      Nice quiet place no neighbors usually bothering you showers and toilets could be better but overall ok

    • Rebecca C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Rock Cut state park

      Not well maintained

      We have a 30 amp trailer. When we got there, the electricity wasn't working. It was 93° on a Saturday. We called the Rangers and asked them to look at our site breaker since it kept tripping. They came, told us the park was old and not updated but then ultimately told us it was our trailer. We had to rent a motel for the night because we couldn't even pull out the slide or anything. This was after spending about 6 hours pulling apart all the electrical in the trailer. Went to camping world the next day just for us to use their plugs and it was fine. We thought maybe it was our cord so we bought a new one and still nothing. We called the Rangers again who came to look at it. Told us that the park was just so old that it probably couldn't keep up and moved us to a 50 amp sight. The 30 amp plug there would work for about 2 mins and then would keep tripping again. So we ended up having to go back to camping world to get an adapter to use the 50 amp. Wasted about 30 hours of our trip over their electrical not being updated and they knew that. Tried to reach out to get the first night reimbursed since we literally couldn't even stay there or use our trailer. Was told we had to come back the next day to speak to the head ranger, came back and he wasn't there again. Was told he would call us two different times and never got a call. Will never stay here again.

    • Charles M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bellevue State Park
      Jun. 13, 2024

      Bellevue State Park

      Campsite Was Average at Best

      I took my son and one of his friends campjng to Bellvue State Park, however, we did not visit the actual park itself. The camp sites were close to one another, many had almost no privacy from the other campsites. We were at campsite 40, which had a severe incline. Also, if you prefer to hammock camp you may not be able to do so. I was able to find one tree and hook the other side up to my vehicle.

    • J H.
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      Apr. 18, 2024

      Crazy Horse Campground

      Used to be a great place to camp

      Unfortunately, I can no longer say this is a great, affordable place to stay. The weekly rates increased by over $75 a week for the full hookup sites this season.  

      There was also a link to last years pricing still active until 4/16 that has since been deactivated when I asked to have my pricing adjusted to that amount. Seems deceptive to me, having 2 different prices in 2 different places on their site.  They will not honor the price and told me if I don't like it I can find somewhere else to camp. 

      Also, they no longer offer kayaks, which was the big draw to the campground. 

      We may keep our reservation this year, but likely won't be back next season.

    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
      Mar. 14, 2024

      Rock Cut state park

      So close to home

      We camp here at least 5 times a year. It’s only 8 miles from our home. Many trails and not to expensive. They have sites with electric and sites just for tents. The only negative is no drinkable water. Tons of trails, fishing and even a swimming pond.

    • Napunani
      Camper-submitted photo from Prophetstown State Park
      Dec. 1, 2023

      Prophetstown State Park

      Pit (Vault) Toilet in Campground

      This fairly new State Park would of merited "5 stars", but the pit (aka vault) toilet smell was just tooooooo much and we weren't even close! 

      PROS 

      Park beautifully maintained and mowed throughout S

      Site 109 shady 

      Site 109 gravel parking pad level 

      Moveable wooden picnic table 

      Metal campfire ring with cooking grate 

      Roadways easy to maneuver without obstacles 

      Quite except for train whistle close by 

      Partial privacy from neighbors 

      Toilet/shower facility in next campground (Savanna) very clean and sufficiently stocked

       Very nice 12 ft wide asphalt bike trails 

      Night sky friendly as no street lights in campground 

      Firewood for sale at entrance gate 

      Frequent park ranger campground drive throughs 

      Double lane dump station 

      Double lane portable water fill stations 

      CONS 

      The aroma of the pit toilet between Spruce and Savanna Campgrounds could be smelled throughout both campgrounds. Disgusting!!! No hand wash station at pit toilet 

      Modern toilet/shower facility only in Savanna Campground 

      No security gate closure overnight 

      All trash dumpsters near campground entrance gatehouse 

      5pm checkin 

      No interpretive programs Monday thru Thursday

    • Justin G.
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
      Oct. 22, 2023

      Rock Cut state park

      Fall Getaway

      A perfect spot for a weekend trip. We stayed in the White Oak area and used our tent. This location was close to the shower house (which could have been a little bit cleaner but still usable). There are plenty of scenic photo opportunities especially during the fall season.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Palisades State Park
      Oct. 9, 2023

      Mississippi Palisades State Park

      Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna, Illinois

      This is a great campground! The trails are well kept, clean bathrooms, nice campsites sand the best camp hosts ever!!!

    • Drew H.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Palisades State Park
      Oct. 3, 2023

      Mississippi Palisades State Park

      Great first visit

      First time visiting this park, we stayed for 4 nights. Very clean park and it was incredibly quiet. No alcohol was allowed on the grounds but it didn’t seem like it would be enforced unless there was a campsite causing issues which is fair. Clean bathrooms and showers. We showed up around 11am and saw our site was not occupied so we decided to set up and then checked in at the front at 4:00 when the host arrived. Overall very positive experience. I will absolutely go back.

      Something worth noting. There is no store on site, they do sell wood but it is cash only.

    • Stacie H.
      Camper-submitted photo from Morrison Rockwood State Park
      Aug. 19, 2023

      Morrison Rockwood State Park

      A lovely campground with the CLEANEST bathrooms and showerhouse!

      This campground is a lovely gem! Most of the camp sites are fairly secluded from one another by distance and from surrounding foliage (see pic). The exceptions would be sites 55-64 that loop around the playground. We, unfortunately, didn't know this and so had site 61. It was nice little spot with plenty of shade but I was a bit jealous of those with more secluded spots, especially since we are tent campers and all of the others on the loop were big RVs.

      The pros:

      - The campground hosts were lovely. Friendly but not overbearing, as some can be.

      - The on site restaurant/bait shop/ boat rental was very convenient! Husband forgot to pack something and the little bait shop had what we needed. Plus, we were able to buy firewood there, too.

      - Lovely scenery! The hiking trails were well maintained and there were lots of beautiful flowers, bird, and butterflies. We even saw a raccoon!

      - The (and I cannot emphasize this enough) CLEANEST campground bathrooms I've ever seen! I'm not squeamish and have been camping for years so my expectations for campground bathroom cleanliness is well calibrated but these bathrooms (even the vault toilets!) were amazingly clean! There weren't even spiderwebs on the ceiling of the shower house. Just *chef's kiss*

      - The water from the pump was very clean.

      The cons:

      -  Lack of privacy/seclusion for the 55-64 sites along the loop.

      - For that same loop, since it circles the playground, if kids playing noises bother you, might want to choose a different site.

      - The food at the restaurant was meh. It was fine- it was sustenance. Nothing to write home about.

      - LOTS of big RVs. It wasn't an issue for us on this trip, but on other camping trips sometimes being surrounded by big RVs just isn't a great vibe.

    • Carl F.
      Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Barn Campground RV Park
      Aug. 17, 2023

      Rustic Barn Campground RV Park

      Close to touristy spots

      Quiet, clean & friendly. FHUs and city water/sewer! The gorgeous sunsets were an added bonus. I wish we would have booked a back in site, because they were wonderfully shaded and appeared easy to back into. (Our last 2 campground back ins were nightmarishly narrow with close trees.)

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackhawk Valley Campground
      Jul. 26, 2023

      Blackhawk Valley Campground

      Great Experience

      We loved camping here, staff were great, camp facilities were clean, and while it was busy while we were there, we didn't get any of the late night overly loud campsites. we will definitely be back.

    • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Thomson Causeway
      Jul. 26, 2023

      Thomson Causeway

      Great camping spot

      This is a beautiful spot on the outskirts of a small town. The train museum is open for a few hours on weekends. Other towns are nearby with more things to do. This campground has sites relatively close together. Some look out over the water for beautiful views. It was mostly full when we went. We enjoyed looking at the variety of campers. A Westy van was beautifully set up for last fe on the road. Water lilies are the natural decorations. The boat launch is among the campsites. It launches you right into the greenery on the water. It kinda looks like green hiking trails if you didn’t know the water was there. The recreation area is just outside of town. The paved bike route heads along the Mississippi and connects towns. We explored up towards Savanna. It’s a nice trail to explore riverside life. This campground would be better for us if there was a bit more separation between campsites. Otherwise we are happy we discovered this area.

    • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Riverview City Park
      Jul. 26, 2023

      Riverview City Park

      No shade between river and town

      We agree with the other review that this campground is like a parking lot between town and the river. There is lots of pavement and no shade. We stayed for a bit looking around before deciding this wasn’t our type of place. The trail along the water is nice but quite sunny. We watched some of the boats moving along towards the Mississippi. Perhaps this would be a better experience if we had a boat. The campground is right in town. Many places are within walking distance. This could add some positivity.



    Guide to Lena

    Camping near Lena, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the numerous trails available at Rock Cut State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "There are plenty of scenic photo opportunities especially during the fall season."
    • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Pierce Lake, which is a popular spot for anglers. A reviewer noted, "The biggest problem you are likely to encounter here is exactly which of the 7 campgrounds to stay at."
    • Caving: Visit Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground for a unique adventure. One camper shared, "The caves make this a unique place to visit but the hiking is rigorous."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower facilities. A visitor at Governor Dodge State Park said, "Bathrooms and showers seemed clean enough."
    • Secluded Sites: Many campers enjoy the privacy offered by the sites at Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "These sites are separated by plenty of vegetation giving you good privacy."
    • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Twin Valley Campground are noted for being great for families. A camper remarked, "We really love camping at Governor Dodge. It has some fantastic hiking trails, nice lakes, and family-friendly camping."

    What you should know:

    • No Alcohol Policy: Some campgrounds, like Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. A visitor noted, "No alcohol was allowed on the grounds but it didn’t seem like it would be enforced unless there was a campsite causing issues."
    • Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like White Pines Forest State Park Campground may have limited amenities. A camper mentioned, "The campground is absolutely jammed with campsites—it's ridiculous."
    • Wildlife Encounters: Expect to see wildlife, especially at Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground. One camper shared, "Even my little chihuahua seemed to enjoy her first spelunking experience."

    Tips for camping with families:

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Electrical Hookups: Ensure your site has the right electrical hookups. A visitor at Cox Hollow Campground mentioned, "We booked an RV site but decided to camp."
    • Be Prepared for Slopes: Some sites may be sloped, so check the terrain before booking. A reviewer at Blue Mound State Park Campground said, "The sites are very well isolated and shaded, but some sites are non-electric."
    • Bring a Good Adapter: If you're using a 30 amp RV, consider bringing an adapter. A camper at Rock Cut State Park Campground shared their experience with electrical issues.

    Camping near Lena, Illinois, has its perks and quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic outdoor experience!

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