Best Tent Camping near Mineral, IL

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Best Tent Sites Near Mineral, Illinois (12)

    1. Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground

    2 Reviews
    Sheffield, IL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 782-6302

    $8 / night

    "Located literally just a few stone’s throw due west of the tiny town of Wyanet, which is just a few miles west of better-known Princeton, you will access this little spec of undisturbed primitive camping"

    2. Hennepin Canal Lock 11

    3 Reviews
    Princeton, IL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 454-2328

    "While there is no actual check-in or check-out time, which honestly, is a huge bonus, occasionally there is a park ranger that will come by to check on the location and collect those $8 nightly fares,"

    3. Kayak Starved Rock Campground

    8 Reviews
    North Utica, IL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (630) 567-4653

    $29 / night

    "Before we begin, let me share 3 things with you: (1) I love camping, preferably primitive camping where I get to pitch my tent, leaving the comforts of modern civilization behind in the hopes of returning"

    "One such place, an oasis of tranquility and beauty nestled in the Illinois wilderness, is the Kayak Starved Rock Campground."

    4. Castle Rock State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Oregon, IL
    46 miles
    Website

    $6 / night

    "Located about 100 miles West of Chicago, Castle Rock State Park features one of the ONLY campgrounds that I've visited this close to the city in which I was completely alone."

    "Site selection is first come, first serve and the registration and payment is done on the honor system, and they do have rangers that monitor."

    5. Lock and Dam 13

    1 Review
    Fulton, IL
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 259-3628

    "You have to park off a gravel road on the iowa side and its about a mile walk and a half mile off the tracks. Very beautiful and peaceful place. Great fishing, especially along the spillway."

    6. Woodford State Conservation Area

    2 Reviews
    Chillicothe, IL
    40 miles
    Website

    $8 - $12 / night

    "They were willing to help bring picnic tables to a site if they weren't already there. They also warned us of an upcoming storm - this location can flood when the river rises."

    "Entry road needs repairs. Pros: boat ramp, incredible view for sunset photography. Lots of space for tents or RV's. Good fishing. Plenty of parking. Friendly caretakers."

    7. Buffalo Rock State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Ottawa, IL
    48 miles
    Website

    $6 / night

    "You have to walk a bit to get there but the sites are great. If you’re looking for privacy this is it. There aren’t toilets tho or running water.."

    "A number of trails around effigy mounds make for a nice walk."

    8. Franklin Creek State Natural Area Equestrian Campground

    1 Review
    Nachusa, IL
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 456-2878

    $4 - $8 / night

    "are one of those primitive campers who want to take their noble steed(s) with them for the night in order to gallup along some pretty amazing horse-friendly trails."

    9. Starved Rock State Park - Youth Campground

    1 Review
    North Utica, IL
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 782-6302

    "All of this in arguably the absolute best state park in the whole of Illinois."

    10. Clark's Run Campground

    3 Reviews
    North Utica, IL
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 252-2957
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Tent Camping Reviews near Mineral, IL

583 Reviews of 12 Mineral Campgrounds



Guide to Mineral

Tent camping near Mineral, Illinois offers a variety of scenic locations where nature enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors. With well-reviewed campgrounds featuring essential amenities and activities, campers can find the perfect spot to unwind.

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Some prices for tent camping range from $6 to $8

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Mineral, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Mineral, IL is Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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