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Nice sites. Lots of road noise.
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Camp Reinberg's fully pet-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins in Palatine, just 12 miles from Lincolnshire. Located in Deer Grove Forest Preserve, this Cook County campground features clean facilities with accessible showers and restrooms for visitors with pets. Campsites include fire rings with complimentary firewood, picnic tables, and electric hookups. Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort in Volo also welcomes pets throughout their tent, RV, cabin, and glamping sites with full hookups available. Both campgrounds enforce standard leash policies while providing access to extensive trail systems where dogs can explore natural surroundings. Sites remain well-maintained with staff regularly cleaning facilities and monitoring the grounds for safety. The campground is extremely quiet at night, offering a peaceful environment for pets sensitive to noise.
Extensive hiking trails connect directly to Camp Reinberg's campground, providing miles of pet-friendly paths through forested sections, open fields, and past lily pad-covered ponds. The wide, paved trails accommodate both walking and biking with pets, with multiple trail options ranging from easy walks to longer hikes. Fish Lake Beach allows pets to enjoy the lakefront, though swimming restrictions apply in designated beach areas. Most sites require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Local regulations prohibit pets from being left unattended at campsites, and quiet hours are strictly enforced to prevent excessive barking. Nearby veterinary services are available in both Palatine and Lincolnshire, with emergency animal hospitals within a 15-minute drive of both campgrounds.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Lincolnshire (42)
1. Adeline Jay-Geo Karis Illinois Beach State Park
"They are busy but spots are large and neighbors are not close by. Lots of kids. Great for families and pet friendly."
"Driving into rural northern IL felt like leaving the craziness behind. I brought my dog to an animal-friendly area of the beach, which was small and secluded."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 / night
2. Camp Reinberg
"Lots of biking and walking trails and plenty of off trail paths that lead to unique clearings, bridges, etc."
"tucked alongside a bike and walking path that goes through a beautiful forest preserve. The path is gorgeous dipping through forested sections, open fields, and lilly pad covered ponds!"
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $60 / night
3. Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort
"Very Friendly Staff I received warm welcome from nice staff at the entrance gate. Tent Campground is nicely tucked inside by the lake. Quit place night time I can hear fish jumping from the water."
"We biked around the campground during the days and took advantage of the adult only hot tub hours at night. It was a nice getaway from Chicago."
Check Availabilityfrom $43 - $73 / night
4. Paul Wolff Campground
"The staff are super nice and the campground has great social distancing rules in place for the check-in shack and bathrooms."
"Half of them were in the Prairie and the other half was tucked into wonderfully private spots with burn pits and picnic tables. We hiked the trail and saw a mother deer feeding her 2 babies."
Check Availabilityfrom $12 - $35 / night
5. Honeysuckle Hollow — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"The greatest asset here is undoubtedly the direct access to Turner Lake (although you could also have direct access over at Turner Lake South), giving families an EZ place to fish, paddle or simply explore"
"*** reviewing as a baby/toddler camp family on the go :-) we chose the loop 11 was on because it was close to the path to the playgrounds and lakes plus bathrooms… avoid the first 2 sites from either end"
6. Fox Den Campground — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"We can both drive to work and then come back to relax. Close to some great places for antiquing if you don't want to hike the trails or fish."
"It feels like you are in the middle of nowhere, but it is close to everything. "
7. Turner Lake South — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"In the Turner loop, the pit toilets are next to the path to the fishing pier, while the showers and full restrooms are between Turner and Fox den, there is a short path between sites 60& 61."
"You can hear whatever highway is nearby pretty clearly and constantly. But if you’re not looking for something super remote then it’s fine!"
8. NAVSTA Great Lakes RV Campground
9. Prairie View — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"Prairie View campground is in the Chain O Lakes State Park series. This is the no services campground. We could walk to fill up with water but no electric on site. Checking in was interesting."
"It was me, my wife, our 8 month old daughter, and our dog."
10. Blackwell Family Campground
"Just outside of Chicago, we have been staying here for quick weekend trips and absolutely love the proximity to home."
"I always loved going to the parks in Illinois with my grandparents when I was little. They love hiking and nature and definitely got me interested in it also. I love them and miss them everyday."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $30 / night
Drive Time
- 28 min from Kenosha, WI
- 36 min from Chicago, IL
- 39 min from Racine, WI
- 1 hr 7 min from Rockford, IL
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lincolnshire, IL
489 Reviews of 42 Lincolnshire Campgrounds
Joel K.
GuideHammel Woods
One night campout in October
I've lived within 2 miles of this campground for 7 years, and I've driven past it literally hundreds of times, but it wasn't until a friend of mine found himself unemployed and said "let's go camping" that we actually camped here. They have 6 primitive sites, and you have to walk in from the parking lot. It is NOT drive in. The sites are all decent, have fire rings, and big solid picnic tables, and each site has it's own garbage can. The camping sites are immediately adjacent to the dog park off Black Road. I will say, between Black Rd, I 55, and Rt. 59, the road noise is noticeable. The office staff and park ranger who closed the gate were all friendly and helpful.
- BBeth O.Scout
Blackwell Family Campground
Great Stay
Blackwell has clean bathrooms, offers hiking trails, boating (kayak rentals) or bring your own, fishing, archery, cycling. The gate locks at 7pm but you just call the night guard and he will let you in. They’re only open on Friday, Saturday and holidays. Would definitely stay again. Be aware Winfield Road has a lot of traffic so sites further away from that road are best. Heard coyotes about 3 am both mornings. Rangers were exceptional.
kelsea D.
TravelerPrairie View — Chain O' Lakes State Park
A lot to do.
There’s a lot of things to do out here. We did some hiking with our boy. The site we were at was maintained. It’s a nice place to go camping.
Maria Mercedes M.
LegendHoneysuckle Hollow — Chain O' Lakes State Park
Lively Little Campground Beside Turner Lake
There’s something wonderfully EZ about camping where the kids can wander down toward the water and suddenly the whole weekend seems to slow down ... and that’s the entire charm of Honeysuckle Hollow. Here at Chain O’Lakes State Park, Honeysuckle Hollow is the largest and most wide open of the park’s camping areas, with electric sites geared particularly well toward RV families, although the tradeoff is noticeably less shade and almost zero privacy between nearly every campsite, compared with neighboring Fox Den, which offers up much more seclusion and shade. The greatest asset here is undoubtedly the direct access to Turner Lake (although you could also have direct access over at Turner Lake South), giving families an EZ place to fish, paddle or simply explore the shoreline, while electric hookups, picnic tables, grills and a nearby restroom/shower building keep the actual camping comfortably simple. We especially loved those unhurried moments when the boys could wander toward the lake while dinner was getting started and everyone seemed perfectly happy just being outside together. The shower facility here is convenient, although we found it just slightly more dilapidated conditions than the bathhouse located closer to Fox Den. From what we saw, I’d choose one of the better-spaced sites toward the Turner Lake side of the campground, where EZ water access helps compensate for Honeysuckle’s limited privacy. I’d recommend Honeysuckle for families who value electricity, lake access and a lively campground atmosphere, particularly if having Turner Lake practically in your backyard matters more than having your neighbors hidden behind the trees. One point to note is that the pier was in an advanced state of disrepair and so we were not able to fully maximize this particular amenity - so if accessing Turner Lake is important to you and your family, we would recommend calling ahead to verify the condition of the pier.
- Charlie Y.Guide
Love's RV Hookup-Hampshire IL 763
Cross country travelers
Last minute online reservation...They only have. 4 or 5 RV sites...full hook ups...about $60+-...right near gas pumps but any noise did not bother us weary travelers...Only downside was showers were not included....For the price certainly an included shower should be part of the deal...easy check in and check out.,..We used the Love's site due to its location to visit family and the fact that electric was available...We have medical equipment that requires a recharge at night plus it's just nice to have the AC if needed.
- MManny A.Traveler
Adeline Jay-Geo Karis Illinois Beach State Park
Simple and local
Simple campsite. We should have brought some leveling blocks, But otherwise my wife and I enjoyed the site for our rental RV. Short 10 minute walk to Lake Michigan. The camp store is fairly robust with friendly people working there. I appreciate that there are 2 lanes for dump/fill stations. My wife and I would absolutely stay here again.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendEscape to Nature
Simply Lovely
We had a truly enjoyable stay and would’ve stayed an extra day if our travel schedule would’ve allowed. David was a wonderful host. Greeted us with a smile and escorted us to our site. We had our choice of 2 spots, both lovely. Picnic table and plenty of FREE firewood to keep us cozy. Wild turkeys roamed the grounds as well as the friendly ducks. All in all, a very peaceful evening and a special place.
- MMyriam F.Scout
Thousand Trails Pine Country
A Nice, Quiet RV Park
Stayed with Thousand Trails. It's mostly an annual park, but they've got about 20 TT sites. They've got a clean pool, good size. And a clubhouse that's open til 9pm. Laundry & trash dumpsters nearby. Full hook ups. We enjoyed our stay.
Guide to Lincolnshire
Illinois offers several dog friendly campgrounds near Lincolnshire, typically with standard leash requirements of 6 feet or less. The area surrounding Lincolnshire features a mix of glacial terrain with modest hills, wetlands, and prairie ecosystems at approximately 650 feet above sea level. Seasonal considerations impact camping availability, with most campgrounds operating from May through October due to harsh winter conditions.
What to do
Horseback riding: Chain O' Lakes State Park has an extensive equestrian trail system with rentals available for campers without their own horses. "There is so much to do at this campground. Horseback riding, archery, hiking, boating, fishing. There is also a park for the kids in several areas," notes Meg K. about Turner Lake South.
Paddling multiple lakes: Fish Lake provides access to a network of waterways. "The lake is beautiful and surprisingly picturesque as it is all nature preserve on the opposite side," reports Chloe N. about Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort. Many sites include kayak launch points within walking distance of camp.
Archery practice: Free archery range is available at several forest preserves. "Canoe rentals and free archery range," Christian V. mentions about Blackwell Family Campground. The range is typically open from sunrise to sunset with targets set at various distances.
What campers like
Clean facilities with regular maintenance: Forest preserve campgrounds near Lincolnshire maintain high cleanliness standards. "Bathrooms and shower house and clean and well taken care of. If you are staying here to see Chicago the gates close for the park an hour after sunset," explains Rich M. about Blackwell Family Campground.
Private tent sites in wooded areas: Several campgrounds offer secluded options with natural screening. "We stayed at the Prairie View section on site P27... You could barely see the neighbors because of how overgrown the edges of the site were. We felt like we were in our own little bubble," explains Dakota about Prairie View.
Free firewood at select locations: Some county-operated campgrounds include complimentary firewood. "Very friendly staff w well organized and well maintained campground. Free firewood and you can purchase more for just $5," mentions Leo V. about Camp Reinberg.
What you should know
Alcohol restrictions: Many forest preserve and state campgrounds prohibit alcohol consumption. "The only big minus is the full hook ups fill up fast no spur of the moment camping unless it is early or late in the season. The other thing is ALL Illinois State Parks are now enforcing a no alcohol policy even if you are on your own site," warns Jeanne M. about Fox Den Campground.
Gate closure policies: Park gates typically close one hour after sunset with strict enforcement. "A note that the park gates close early as well - we returned one evening at 10:30pm and couldn't get back in with a vehicle. Had to go back in on foot. Good to plan ahead!" advises Grace H.
Varying water and shower availability: Facilities differ significantly between campgrounds. "Dirty floor in the shower and bathroom," notes Edwin G. about Fox Den. Basic sites may offer only pit toilets while more developed campgrounds provide modern restrooms with hot showers.
Tips for camping with families
Weekday camping for quieter experience: Weekdays offer significantly reduced crowds compared to weekends. "We visited this fall and were happy. I always forget that the sites in the 340's are awesome. There was some flooding but it didn't effect our trip," shares Ashley J. about Illinois Beach State Park.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Dawn and dusk provide prime wildlife viewing times. "We hiked the trail and saw a mother deer feeding her 2 babies. Hard to believe that there is hiking trails like those in such a densely populated area just outside Elgin, IL," says Tricia E. about Paul Wolff Campground.
Pet-friendly camping loops: Several campgrounds designate specific areas for campers with dogs. "There are miles of trails. On one hike we were on paved, sifted gravel, grass and single trek trails... When we left we still hadn't hiked all of them," mentions Art S. Most pet-friendly campgrounds require vaccination records and enforce quiet hours to prevent excessive barking.
Tips from RVers
RV site selection for shade: Tree coverage varies significantly between loops at most campgrounds. "Sites in Honeysuckle have electric posts too far from parking pad. Fox Den also has more space between sites, more level pads and each site is tucked away with trees," explains Debra M.
Water fill service: Some campgrounds without direct hookups offer staff assistance with water. "The staff has to hook up a very very long hose and will bring it to your site. You can get water, it's just an inconvenience for you and them. But they do it with a good attitude," notes The School for Y.
Early reservations required: Popular dog-friendly sites fill months in advance, especially for holiday weekends. "It's pricey if you are from out of the county... Our teardrop wasn't allowed. We settled at site 37 and enjoyed our stay," shares Art S. Non-resident fees are typically 50-100% higher than resident rates at county-operated campgrounds.
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