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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.
"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."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"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!"
from $45 - $60 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $43 - $73 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $12 - $35 / night
Check Availability"*** 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"
"Campsite is nice, we're pretty close to our neighbors but not as bad as other places I've been. Walking distance to a fishing dock!"
"It feels like you are in the middle of nowhere, but it is close to everything. "
"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."
"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!"
"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."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"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."
GuideWe love private campsites, far enough away from other campers, yet close enough to amenities. We chose a walk in site #16 which was nice but I wish we chose one a bit further in. Bathrooms where very clean. Trails are great. Pet friendly - we brought our small, quiet dogs. Dog friendly restaurant right next to the camp site.
RangerI was here for three months this time as i get to business completed. The park was still kept up very nicely and this time I was here long enough to be able to see how. The grass is mowed every week. There is patroling at all hours for security. The laundry machines are great the dryers ore good. The dog park is clean and secure. The lake is natural and kept free of litter and garbage. The park is much bigger than i thought it was last year. The store has many items you may need. The showers are cleaned and work great. The camp water is high in Iron. The pot roads need service as thay do have a lot of pot holes. Good thing for the 5mph speed limit.
LegendMy first impression when I first arrived here was the overwhelming scent of a newly minted campground, what with the freshly laid gravel, the mint condition security gates, finely manicured and recently raked greenery (as it was October when we visited, it might be better described as brownery) surrounded by a fairly decent gated enclosure lined with perfectly pruned tall towering oaks. Upon arrival, you’ll find what looks to be a brand-spanking new log cabin office on the right after passing a seemingly freshly-minted activities center / community lodge complete with in-ground heated swimming pool and jacuzzi on the left.
Amenities? As you could guess, this pet-friendly 60-acre RV resort has all the attractions in spades from pickleball, playgrounds, volleyball, log pergola patio, full hook-ups (30 / 50 amp electric, water & sewage), picnic tables, fire pits, BBQ grills, wagon rides, river access, picnic areas, bathhouses w/ showers & restrooms, cable TV WiFi (pretty poor connection though), gaga ball, game room, community room, billiards table, playground, wet bar, tabletop shuffleboard, community living room with large screen TV, DVD player w/ DVD library, clubhouse, dog park, horseshoes, hot tub, covered pavilions with picnic tables, catch & release ponds, inflatable water toys, jumping pillow, laundr-O-mat, propane refueling station and dump station.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a handful: (1) This place isn’t EZ to find – for some reason, if you plug the campground into your GPS, you’ll literally be on the wrong side of the tracks, where you will arrive at a dead end with a sign that says you are in the wrong place and that you’ll need to double-back, cross the train tracks heading north and turn right just before arriving to High Road School of Belvidere (so if you see a school, you’ve gone too far); (2) You will want to take note that yes, you actually cross train tracks to get to this campground, so if you’re sharp, you’re going to want to ensure you haven’t booked a site right next to where trains will shoot through every few hours, this specifically means avoiding sites #E1-#E5 and #FS23-#FS36 as well as #FE1-#FE20; (3) If you’re a tent camper, you can certainly stay here, but you will want to note that this is very much an RV outpost; (4) The best sites IMHO are those on the northernmost perimeter, as far away from the train tracks as you can get and that also border the Kishwaukee River with sites #S9-#S20 being excellent, as well as #S25-#S81, which are equally amazing; (5) If you are planning on using that amazing pool that you saw as you came in, make sure you call management a good day or two before you come in to ensure that they turn on the heater – when we were there for 2 days, by the time we left, the pool was still too cold to go for a dip; and (6) When you grow weary of trying to conjure up a meal from the depths of your Cordova roto-molded cooler and want to venture out to try some local fare, just a short walk into the nearby town is Garden Prairie Café, which has a very simple menu offering no shortage of fried everything (fish, shrimp, chicken, etc.) and then there’s Pleasant Street Tavern, but that’s mostly cheap national beers and frozen pizza fare, so if you want something a bit more substantive, head west of here to Miles Bar N’ Grill that serves up typical Midwestern fare like cheese curds, pork tenderloin, Italian beef and a variety of fried fish like blue gill, cod and catfish.
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ScoutStaff was polite and helpful. They escort you to your spot. They hand out activity sheets for the weekend. Petting zoo, camp store, pool, lake/pond for swimming and fishing. Cell signal for ATT just one bar. No internet. Lots of full time residents. Lots of activities for kids. Pet friendly. They charge extra if you have visitors.
ScoutWe love camping here. It truly feels rural. Small shower house but water pressure is amazing. It’s always quiet and the view is beautiful. Bugs were awful this stay. They are busy but spots are large and neighbors are not close by. Lots of kids. Great for families and pet friendly.
RangerFor years, this was our go-to campground for weekend nearby adventures. Over the years, the price has increased and at $30 per site for non-residents, it's a bit steep for tent camping for me (so I left off a star rating). All sites are electric, so if you are tent camping and want your fan or slow-cooker, then it's as good as it gets in the burbs. It's located in a beautiful wooded Dupage County Forest preserve. While the sites are pretty close together, there are a few good ones that feel more secluded. Designated chip bark tent sites are level. The grounds are very well maintained. While I didn't camp here this year, I took these photos the last weekend in October to give everyone a sense of how nice this campground could be for them. My favorite sites over the years were the ones closest to Silver Lake along the South Loop road because those sites have the best views. For privacy, my favorite site is #27 on the north loop road which makes you feel like you are alone in the woods. Other than plenty of hiking options including a big hill, the fishing is outstanding. There are lots of places along the lake and ponds to get an easy catch and release. There is also archery, a dog park, picnic areas, boat rental/ramp, and a compass course. It is a great place for families. I've brought cub scouts here and my kids' friends. Heads-up that sites 21 & 22 may not be able to see traffic on the busy Winfield Rd in the summer, but you will still hear it at those sites.
ScoutI reserved 5 nights, paid in full. After just one night, management cancelled my stay because my service dogs(Maltese) supposedly barked. I was fully cooperative, kept them quiet, and even documented this in emails. There was a stray cat near my RV that caused the issue, but instead of solving it, they forced me to leave. No refund for 4 nights. This is unfair, discriminatory, and against ADA law.
RangerNice large sites. gravel spot for arc/trailer. fire pit and picnic table. trails for hiking are nice, but the overall camping area isn’t very big. 100 sites only. 30 with electric. this was the first time all season that the bugs Annoyed us. the beach is about 10 feet of sand off a busy road and is not pet friendly. nice spot to stay if you want to avoid paying lake Geneva prices for a room.
TravelerLots of biking and walking trails and plenty of off trail paths that lead to unique clearings, bridges, etc. The preserve bumps up next to neighborhoods and major roads depending how far in you get, but the main trails are easy to follow.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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