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If you enjoy nature, try taking a walk-in camping trip in Illinois. You'll be sleeping under the stars in your own private paradise when you stay at these campsites. Find the best information on walk-in camping in Illinois, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience.

Illinois

The Best Walk-In Camping in Illinois

Searching for a walk-in camping spot near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22? Staying at a walk-in campsite is the perfect way to have an adventure without committing to a backpacking trip. These scenic and easy to access Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 campsites are perfect for walk-in campers.

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The Best Walk-In Camping Near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22, Illinois

## Overview

Shady Creek Campground is a 22-acre park where campers enjoy getaways on the banks of the Mississippi River. A nature trail, shore fishing and fantastic bird watching are offered at Shady Creek.

## Recreation

The Mississippi River draws many anglers annually. The most popular fish species is the channel catfish; bluegill, walleye and northern pike are also found in the river.  
  
Picnicking and playing horseshoes is a popular activity in the park.

## Facilities

The park's campsites contain 50-amp electric hookups, campfire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and showers are provided. A boat ramp and playground are on-site.

## Natural Features

The park has spectacular views of the Mississippi River. Many trees throughout the campground provide great places to lounge in the shade.  
  
The Upper Mississippi River begins at the headwaters of Lake Itasca, Minnesota and flows 1,250 miles to Cairo, Illinois where it joins the Ohio River. 

## Nearby Attractions

Wildcat Den State Park is just north of Shady Creek, offering hiking trails and the historic Pine Creek Grist Mill built in 1848.  
  
The Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge is a 40-minute drive downstream. Trails and observation decks are open to the public. Hunting and fishing are allowed in many area of the refuge.

Shady Creek

Wildcat Den State Park

Bennett Park is a 75 acre park with a campground, three shelters, playground, pond, prairie, and several trails. 

An RV dump station has been added for 2022.
4 acre pond for fishing
Two enclosed shelters with electric and one open shelter
Campground with water and 50A electric hook ups
Dump station for registered campers
Playground
Picnic areas with grills
Trails through forest and prairie

Water hook ups, flush toilets, and showers are turned off October 15 thru April 15.  Dates may vary depending on weather conditions.

Bennett Park

Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area

Electric and water sites only (50 amp). Showers, restroom, playground and dump station.

Registration & information office is located at Gate 5 on 110th Ave. Open late April through mid-October.
Select campgrounds/campsites are designated as "Reservable". All other sites are rented on a first-come-first-serve only basis.
Please have your site number and identification with you when you register.
Campground Hosts are located at each campground to assist you.
Senior citizen (62 and over) and County resident discounts available.
Concessions and firewood for sale.

Summit Campground - West Lake Park

For a different type of camping experience, why not try the Fairport Recreation Area Campground. Fairport is located right on the Mississippi River and the campground offers campsites with electrical hook-ups, modern restroom and shower facilities, as well as a trailer dump station.

There are two boat ramps available at the Fairport area and provide plenty of boating access to the "Father of Waters." There are also courtesy docks for loading and unloading boats.

The Fairport Recreation Area provides excellent access and viewing of the Mississippi River. The large towboats, recreational boaters, river wildlife (especially birds) and the majesty of the river all parade in front of the campground.

Fairport State Recreation Area

The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center is located along the Wapsipinicon River and consists of 225 acres of upland and bottomland forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The Wapsi Center, along with Sherman Park across the river, provide a 432-acre complex offering a wide variety of uses.

The larger of the two campsites at the Center, Elm Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site. The site offers flat ground for many tents, two fire pits, picnic tables, trash cans, and two sets of horseshoe pits. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site.

Vincent Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site offering a fire pit, picnic tables, and trash can. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site.

Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.

Interstate RV Park

Scott County Park

Cedar Valley Co Park

The Windy City isn’t exactly synonymous with camping and the outdoors. However, if you know where to look, you’ll be surprised at just what you can find. With a handful of lakes, parks, and conservation areas, you may just find a hidden gem in Illinois.

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Bennett Park

Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area

Summit Campground - West Lake Park

Fairport State Recreation Area

Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.

Interstate RV Park

Scott County Park

Cedar Valley Co Park

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