Cabin accommodations near Moline, Illinois provide access to the Mississippi River basin with an elevation ranging from 570 to 850 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 86°F and winter temperatures often dropping below freezing. Campgrounds typically open from April through October, though several cabin rentals remain available year-round with varying seasonal rates based on demand and weather conditions.
What to Do
Disc golf courses: Scott County Park contains a championship-level course with multiple trails connecting to the course from camping areas. "The park offers trails, world-class disc golf, shelters to rent, play areas, while the beach offers swimming and concessions," notes a visitor to Summit Campground - West Lake Park.
Canoe and kayak rentals: Explore the Hennepin Canal with rentals available at several locations. A camper who stayed at Geneseo Campground reported, "This was a nice quite campground. Great for relaxing and enjoying a camp fire. Great location. Right on the Hennepin Canal. Not far from town."
Eco tourism center: Visit the nature center with educational displays about local wildlife. "They also have an Eco Center with turtles, snakes, and an aquarium that our family really enjoyed," according to a reviewer at Rock Creek County Marina and Campground, which also offers "naturalist programs, nature center with native animals including large fish aquarium."
What Campers Like
Modern cabins with full amenities: The Summit Cabins at West Lake Park include complete kitchenware and electronics. According to a visitor at Summit Cabin 2, West Lake Park, "This cabin has all modern conveniences with two sleeping rooms, full service kitchen, living room, with sofa, sleeper, and fireplace, ADA bathroom and a covered porch overlooking the lake."
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain exceptionally clean bathroom and shower facilities. A visitor to Camelot Campground Quad Cities USA commented on the "Clean bathrooms & showers. We didn't use the pool, but it looked nice. Easy on/off the interstate."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes stocked with various fish species provide recreation options. "The park offers many trails, pride Lake for paddling and fishing," notes a visitor to Pine Grove Campground, Scott Co Park, which features "primitive tent and RV sites" with access to fishing areas.
What You Should Know
Seasonal limitations: Many cabin rentals have reduced services during winter months. While open year-round, some facilities close seasonally. One reviewer noted about Rock Creek: "Showers are open until October 14 this year."
Reservation requirements: Cabins require advance booking, especially during summer months. At West Lake Park's Summit Cabins, visitors must secure reservations through the county website or by phone.
Pet policies: Not all cabins permit pets. Summit Cabin 2 specifically notes "NO pets-allowed" in their features, while Camelot Campground does allow pets at their cabins.
Insect conditions: Located near water bodies, mosquitoes can be prevalent in warmer months. A visitor to Rock Creek County Marina and Campground warned, "Can be very buggy depending on season, right along backwaters."
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground options: Many campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. At Scott County Park, a visitor reported, "We've camped several times here and it's always relaxing. It's less congested than other local camping grounds and has nice activists for children (nice playgrounds, lake with beach, paddle boats)."
Swimming facilities: Seasonal swimming areas with concessions provide warm-weather recreation. Most lake complexes open beaches from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Educational programming: Several campgrounds offer naturalist programs for children. Rock Creek provides "Blue Heron Cruises" and educational exhibits about Mississippi River ecology.
All-weather accommodations: Cabins provide shelter during unexpected weather changes. Many cabin rentals include heating and air conditioning systems that operate throughout the year.
Tips from RVers
Site sizing: Some campgrounds offer larger pull-through sites for additional fees. One Camelot Campground visitor noted, "Sites are small however pull through sites are 2x as big, but they cost a little more."
Seasonal hookups: Water connections may be disconnected during winter months. A Camelot visitor reported, "I was glad they were open to begin with, but the website did not mention that the premium patio site with full hook up would not have water service while we were there."
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have uneven access roads requiring careful navigation. Pay attention to posted speed limits within campgrounds to avoid rutted surfaces.
