Best Tent Camping near Moline, IL
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Best Tent Sites Near Moline, Illinois (14)
1. Wildcat Den State Park Campground
9 Reviews•69 Photos•64 SavesIllinois City, IllinoisTwo historical attractions both have active friends groups. One is the "turn of the century" Melpine one-room schoolhouse, which is located in the park and offers visitors a glimpse of Iowa's past.
The other historical attraction is the Pine Creek Grist Mill, which was built in 1848. The mill was built by Benjamin Nye, one of Muscatine County's first settlers. He also built the county's first store and post office in 1838. The mill is one of the finest examples of mid-19th century mills left in the country and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The mill is being restored to its original condition. Great strides have been made at the mill and it is now grinding corn for the first time in more than 75 years.
Wildcat Den is a great place for a family to "get away from it all" for a weekend or a family vacation. Campsites can be reserved in the non-modern campground which has water and vault toilets. There are no showers and there is no electrical service to the campsites.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$6 - $9 / night
2. Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
5 Reviews•63 Photos•6 SavesWheatland, IowaThe 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.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
$17 - $80 / night
3. Indian Meadows Campground - Loud Thunder Forest Preserve
2 Reviews•15 Photos•3 SavesIllinois City, Illinois20 primitive campsites with shower building and water access
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
$14 - $32 / night
4. Cedar River Campground
8 Reviews•17 Photos•32 SavesWest Liberty, IowaWe are a seasonal campground open April 15 thru October 15. We have seasonal, monthly, weekly, and overnight rates. We have planned activities as well as many amenities. River frontage, canoe/ tube rental, mini golf, pool and so much more.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
$35 - $50 / night
5. Silva Campground
1 Review•8 Photos•6 SavesIllinois City, Illinois- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Trash
7. Saulsbury Bridge Rec Area, Primitive Tent Camp
1 Review•12 Photos•1 SaveMuscatine, IowaThere is a primitive camping area at the Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area. Fees are $10 per night.
· Primitive environment
· Tents only
· No vehicle parking at the campsite
· Limited picnic tables and fire rings
· Restrooms in Main Campground
· Showers available in Main Campground
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Picnic Table
$10 / night
8. Koch's Meadow Lake Campground
1 Review•6 Photos•1 SaveWest Liberty, Iowa- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
9. Hidden River Campground
1 Review•5 SavesWest Liberty, Iowa- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
10. Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground
2 Reviews•21 Photos•8 SavesSheffield, IllinoisCampgrounds with multiple campsites along the canal can be found at Lock 21, North Day Use Area
Equestrian camping is restricted to the south side of the Lock 21 area. Equestrian campers are asked to bring a shovel to clear their own horse droppings, which may be pushed off to the side of the trail. There is no tethering to trees.
If you are not familiar with the canal it may be confusing trying to find the campsites. Stop by the Hennepin Canal Visitor Center to pick up a detailed map of the canal, which shows all of the country crossroads. You can also call the visitor center and ask to be mailed a copy: 815-454-2328. I
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$8 / night
Recent Tent Reviews near Moline, Illinois
468 Reviews of 14 Moline Campgrounds
James M.
Legend
Sherman Co Park
Scenic County park along Wapsipinicon River
The campground offers to camp areas: one better suited for RVs, and the other area is better suited for primitive tent, camping. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings, our recites include electric. There is a campground host, shower house, shelter and playground area there too. The tent sites are prone to flooding occasionally from the gun river. There is a boat ramp with access to the river for fishing and paddling.
- Ben W.
Traveler
Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground
Camping and Rock Climbing in the Midwest
My wife and I tent camped here last weekend... the tent sites are relatively close together leaving little room to feel secluded but nice flat ground and each site has its own fire pit. restrooms and showers 1/8 mile walk away which isn’t bad! Not the best but also not the worst. We try and here whenever we rock climb in the area as it allows us to get to the climbing sites earlier.
- James M.Legend
Pine Grove Campground, Scott Co Park
Smaller campground in primitive tent, site area
Pine Grove campground has primitive tent sites open this time of year, the other portion, including RV spots are closed for the season. The tent sites are well shaded, gravel, parking area, tables, firings included. There is firewood at the campground, and cabins for rent at the end of the Lane. The park itself offers many trails, pride Lake for paddling and fishing. The campground itself offers, restrooms, showers, dump station, and a seasonal host.
- James M.Legend
Colona Scott Family Park
Seasonal Campground with RV and tent sites
Seasonal cg with RV and tent sites, cabins, clubhouse, pool, pavilion.
- James M.Legend
Illiniwek Campground
Nice campground along Mississippi River
CG has both RV and tent sites, playgrounds, volleyball , restrooms, shelters, open spaces, and fishing/boating/paddling along Mississippi River.
- James M.Legend
Pine Grove Campground, Scott Co Park
Neat CG surrounded by forest
Primitive tent sites include: tables, fire rings, parking, water and firewood nearby, shelter for rent, seasonal host, visitor parking, 2 modern cabins adjacent.
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Guide
Camelot Campground Quad Cities USA
Perfect!
Very nice, affordable and peaceful campsite. Stayed one night for tent camping, campsite was clean and accommodating with fire pit, picnic table, lights, Wi-Fi, and power plug. Bathrooms and showers were clean. Perfect camping site.
- James M.Legend
Fishermans Corner - Mississippi River
Nice COE cg along Mississippi Eiver
CG has RV/tent sites including water, restrooms, dump station, wood, playground, outdoor amphitheater, hosts, fishing/baiting/paddling access to Mississippi River. Great River bike trail too.
- BBriana B.Traveler
Rockwood State Park Campground
Quiet little campground
Nice long trail, friendly people, and a cute little ice cream shop that was a lifesaver after a long hike. Beautiful scenery, firewood available for $6 a bundle, water, electricity and fairly clean bathrooms with showers. We tent camped for $20 a night.
- John S.
Scout
Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area - Main Camping
Close to town camping
A little pricy for tent camping. Ten dollars per tent per night and you’re restricted to the primitive area. It’s not bad if you’re just wanting to get away for a little bit but stay close to town. Otherwise if you’re looking for a better get away from it all I’d recommend some place else.
- AAllie F.Guide
Illiniwek Campground
Great RV Site
Large RV site with electrical and water hook-up at each spot. Office is open Mon-Sat til 8 pm. They sell firewood. You are right on the Mississippi and that ain’t nothing to sneeze at. Tent camping also allowed. You are near the train tracks but the noise is barely discernible.
Haley C.Traveler
Summit Campground - West Lake Park
Green, clean and tidy
Very well organized, friendly host, green and easy to access off the highway even though we got in after dark. We were able to register our campsite the following morning since we got in late. We’re tent camping and thrilled with the clean hot showers. Just had a bit of road noise.
- James M.Legend
Rock Creek County Marina and Campground
Older campground along Mississippi River backwaters
Primitive tent site, fire ring/grill, cheap stay. has small camp store and newer nature center, canoe/kayak rentals, shower house, wood for fee. Can be very buggy depending on season, right along backwaters, good fishing, wildlife viewing. Has a pontoon for tours.
- James M.Legend
Park Terrace Campground - West Lake Park
Well maintained County CG & Park
CG open all year, offers standard sites including electric, water, septic, fire rings, tables. Firewood, ice, recycling, showers/RR, host available. Sites have shade and Tent sites available. Park offers 4 lakes for fishing, paddling, and a seasonal beach for swimming with concessions. Park has hiking trails, world-class disc golf course, playgrounds, picnicking, shelter rentals.
- AAlexis B.Scout
Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground
Great views, clean campground!
So many great views! Tons of short, fun hikes to try out. Some sites are close together in open fields, but most are spread out and nice! Our site, 42, was a great tent site near the entrance but away from heavy traffic. Spacious and only one close neighbor. Will definitely be back!
- CCharles E.Traveler
Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground
Super cheap for what you get.
I got a primitive tent site in an area all to myself, with a shower house just down the road, in a beautiful and quiet campground for $10 cash. You really can’t beat that. Campground is separate from the park so you don’t have to pay a park entrance fee to stay here.
- AAmanda C.Guide
Chief Keokuk Campground — Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area
Open but shady
This campground is located just north of Kewanee, Illinois. It has a lake with seasonal canoe, kayak and paddle boat rentals and a cafe. The trails are fairly short but can be combined to include 8 miles of trail. The campground is not terribly big but has a shower house in addition to some pit toilets. One large section of the campground is walk up non-electric sites in a grove of pine trees. It’s lovely! Perfect for hammocks. Shady but open enough to get a breeze. There are electric sites as well but, since I tent camp, I’m. It familiar with those. No issues with noise either. As a matter of fact, I camped over a perfect July weekend and the campground host wasn’t even there all weekend and there were no issues.
- James M.Legend
Camp Hauberg
Private Camp Along Mississippi River
This cg has both primitive tent and full service sites though much of cg has apparent permanent campers. The office offers ice, bait, firewood, propane and more. Tent site area is dispersed depending whether you prefer shade and fire ring. These are open sites along the Mississippi River. Camp has a boat ramp and boat slips so fishing, paddling, and boating are options. There is a very nice bike/walk path all ng Highway 84 traveling up/down Great River Road. There is also train tracks along same path.
Khenia F.TravelerFishermans Corner - Mississippi River
Train
Train tracks are right next to the sites. It would wake us up in the middle of night and honk its horn right next to us. We had a tent site right next the bathroom, plenty of shade for those back end sites. The showers had a push button so it was hard to get the right water pressure and temperature. Host was very nice and attentive, she warned us about severe weather coming our way. Small spaces but neighbors were also nice.
- Jackie S.Scout
Geneseo Campground
1 night tenting
Great little campground with nice staff/owners. The tent sites are nicely tucked away from the RVs, with a row of bushes to separate you from your neighbor. Nice shade. I didn't check out the Porta potty set up for the tenters but hiked up to the building instead. Very clean! I wouldn't mind coming back to enjoy the activities in the area along the Hennepin canal but we had a family wedding to attend in Michigan the next day.
GoWhereYouAreDraw N.LegendMississippi Palisades State Park Campground
Scenic views along the Mississippi
There are 241 Class A and B sites at the Mississippi Palisades. Electrical hookups are available at 110 sites. Showers and flush toilets are situated in three buildings and are in operation from May 1 until Oct 31. You can pick up supplies at a camp convenience store, open during the summer. The campground also features water and two sanitary dump stations. Only campers with permits are allowed in the campground, with admittance prohibited from 10 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Reservations are no longer being taken for the Class A and B sites at Mississippi Palisades.
The camping fees are different for motor homes and tents, depending on your needs. Fees for tent camping are $6-$8 per day.
Corinne P.Scout
Thomson Causeway
Quiet, safe and beautiful camping close to home
My family and I have been visiting this particular campsite for at least six or seven years. We keep coming back,because it is super clean. We’ve done tent, camping and camping in a pop-up at this particular place and my kids actually prefer the tents because you can get some sites that are closer to the water but honestly any of it is decent there. I wouldn’t say there’s one bad site and the facilities are very good. You have regular outhouse toilets near each grouping of campsites, and they need there is a shower house which is actually impeccably clean for what it is and I’ve never had an issue using it . We have absolutely gorgeous views of the Mississippi river from certain campsites my kids feel comfortable walking riding their bikes around the whole campsite and there’s some nice hikes to take around the area to.
Amanda K.Guide
Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
Secluded Gem
Mostly RV/Campers. We tent camped (1 adult & 4 kids). Odd spot for a tent with a cement slab. Pretty serene and clean park, until about 7am when landscapers show up with lawn mowers etc. each morning. Lots of space between spots and it feel more private than some spots we’ve stayed in. Fire pits with grates at each site. Bathrooms with flushing toilets, floors were a bit flooded and showers are a bit rusty, but warm! Small playground with sand that the younger kids enjoyed. Fire wood is available near the bathrooms with a donation box. Best part of this campsite was the walking distance from Maquoketa Caves State Park site with beautiful hiking trails easy to explore. If you want to go in caves, bring headlamps/flashlights and prepare to have wet shoes. Also only 30-45mins from downtown Dubuque, Iowa.
- Shannon G.Legend
Little Bear Campground
Cute and Quaint
Little Bear Campground is located right off I-80 at the West Liberty exit. It is right next to a trailer park. There are a few tent sites ($22/ night)and Rv sites($33/night). We pulled in late to stay the night. It had full hook ups with a fire ring and picnic table. The spot was good sized and clean. There is an office/ gift shop and a convent store within walking distance. There is 2 cute little cabins which run $49 a night. There is a pool(closed for season), and a playground for kids. I was surprised that the interstate noise was much quieter than I thought it would be. All and all it was a pleasant place to stop over.
- Julie J.Scout
Little Bear Campground
Great Overnight Spot
Just off I-80 this was a clean, large, level, grassy tents sites. Gas station right next door. Owner was very friendly and helpful. No reservation needed. We came in after hours and owner greeted us and made sure we got settled. Would definitely stay here again.
Sarah B.GuideMaquoketa Caves State Park Campground
Tent in an RV site
Well, we were definitely the only tent in an otherwise completely rv/camp trailer section of the park. Sites are level and small, but completely sand and gravel -- so was a bit tricky getting our pegs in. There is really no privacy here and you can see all your neighbors, and be seen by them. That being said, everyone was respectful of quiet hours and very friendly. Also our site had FULL sun, so def something to plan for. A lot of others had more midday tree coverage it seemed. Did not look at the walk-in tent sites as they were all booked, but I imagine being down in the trees would afford more seclusion.
No Tmobile service for the most part, but that was fine for me. The main draw here were the caves and trails and they absolutely exceeded expectations! Even my little chihuahua seemed to enjoy her first spelunking experience.
Amy W.Scout
Morrison-Rockwood State Park
Family friendly; great first timers
first timers/ young kids- yes. Primitive campers- no. My husband had never been camping. I grew up with very primitive camping- no electricity, only pit toilets, sometimes fresh water, and no showers (milk jug showers!) Little by little, I’m warming him up to camping. This is a great place for new campers, families of young kids, or just looking for an easier trip. There’s a shower house with flush toilets, warm showers, and surprisingly CLEAN! The site was medium size. Enough room to spread out. Ground was flat so finding a tent site was no problem. Electric hookup worked. Picnic table was good. Check your site before booking! One section of sites is like an open field? No trees and full view of others. But these surround a playground- also very nice. Glamping with young kids? These sites would be a perfect. AT&T and Verizon cell service worked fine
Guide to Moline
Tent camping near Moline, Illinois offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from primitive sites to those with modern amenities, there's something for every type of camper.
Tent campers should check out Wildcat Den State Park Campground
- Experience the rustic charm of Wildcat Den State Park Campground, featuring 19 primitive sites surrounded by trees, picnic tables, and fire pits.
- This campground is perfect for those who enjoy hiking, with trails leading to historical sites and beautiful limestone cliffs.
- Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with no electric hookups, making it ideal for a true camping experience.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- At Indian Meadows Campground - Loud Thunder Forest Preserve, you can kayak on Lake George and explore wooded trails perfect for hiking and biking.
- The Cedar River Campground offers family-friendly activities and access to the Cedar River for fishing and paddling adventures.
- For a unique experience, visit Lock and Dam 13, where you can fish along the spillway and enjoy a serene beach area next to the dam.
Local attractions tent campers will love
- Explore the historical charm of Chief Keokuk Campground — Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area, which features beautiful trails and a nearby lake for fishing and boating.
- The Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr. offers educational programs and access to the Wapsipinicon River, perfect for paddling and fishing enthusiasts.
- Discover the natural beauty of Saulsbury Bridge Rec Area, Primitive Tent Camp, where you can hike in and enjoy a peaceful setting along the waterway.
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