RV camping opportunities near Monee, Illinois offer convenient access to outdoor recreation within an hour's drive of Chicago. The area sits at approximately 700 feet elevation within Will County, characterized by flat prairie landscape punctuated by small lakes and the nearby Kankakee River. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F, with winter dropping below freezing from December through February.
What to do
Fishing access: Lake Alexander RV Park provides direct access to the Kankakee River where campers can fish and swim. "Lake Alexander RV Park is a quiet, spacious, family owned and operated campground located near Momence, Illinois, within a 1-hour drive of Chicago. The camp is 120 acres of natural beauty on the banks of the Kankakee River," notes one visitor.
Local state parks: Several state parks are within 30-45 minutes of the Monee area RV parks. "If you come to this area to do some hiking, you're in great luck as there are quite a number of really great state parks nearby to check out, including Starved Rock, Matthiessen and Illini," shares a visitor to Glenwood RV Resort.
Water activities: Cedar Lake Ministries RV Park offers lake recreation with equipment provided. "You have access to the perks of the conference grounds including access to a small private beach on the lake, canoes and kayaks, life jackets, and a rec room when open," reports a recent camper at Cedar Lake Ministries RV Park.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Several campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and showers. "Clean campsite, clean showers & bathrooms!" reported a visitor to Hollywood Casino Hotel & RV Resort.
Overnight convenience: Love's RV locations offer reliable overnight stops. "Found this on Dyrt and stopped for one night. Easy on and off I 65 yet barely any traffic noise. It just opened and it is well designed. The check in online is very easy," writes a camper at Love's RV Stop-Demotte.
Seasonal activities: Some parks offer special events during holiday weekends. "They do an extremely large Halloween event Columbus Day weekend. Jam packed for this event. Awards for site decoration. Campsites set up haunted houses, candy for kids, drinks for adults. Fun to see adults and kids all dressed up," explains a visitor to Glenwood RV Resort.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Many parks require minimum stays. "Plan ahead! The location requires a 2 night stay minimum," advises a camper at Fox Bluff CottageS & RV.
Water quality concerns: Water quality varies significantly between parks. "The stinkest water we've ever smelled, horrible!!! Our sewer connection was nearly buried... We installed interior security cameras to keep an eye on our rig. Then stayed in a hotel until we changed our job location," warns a visitor to Enchanted Shores RV Park.
Seasonal availability: Many campgrounds close during winter months. "They're open from April 15 to October 15," notes a reviewer about Lake Alexander RV Park, while Cedar Lake Ministries operates from "Apr 1 to Oct 21."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children. "There's a playground as well. You have access to the perks of the conference grounds including access to a small private beach on the lake, canoes and kayaks, life jackets," shares a visitor at Cedar Lake Ministries RV Park.
Recreation options: Look for parks with various activity areas. "As far as amenities go, there's quite a bit: horseshoe pits, catch & release pond, covered pavilions, kitchen, telephone area, shower/restroom facilities, game room, 2 kid's playground, trading post, swimming lake, in-ground pool and kid's pool with outdoor deck, tennis court, baseball diamond, volleyball and basketball court," notes a camper at Glenwood RV Resort.
Pet policies: Most RV parks around Monee welcome pets with varying restrictions. "I stayed the night on a long motorcycle trip. The camp manager was very friendly and took me to my tent/electric site. She even put me next to a fellow biker. Nice quiet place and you can walk down to the Kankakee river," shares a visitor at Lake Alexander RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Electric service options: Check which electric service is available at your chosen campground. "The only complaint I had is the site we were at showed a ground fault on the 50amp Circuit so I had to use the 30 amp circuit but it's Nov so no need to run dual ACs minor issue but still make sure your using your EPM devices," advises a camper at Love's RV Stop-Demotte.
Pull-through availability: Some campgrounds offer easier access sites. "Great stop for the night, It's new, gated and has basic amenities like a General store, Dog park and basketball court and tennis ball court for some activities if you have kids. Plenty of space and Convenient," notes an RV camper at Love's RV Stop.
Non-sewer sites: Be aware that not all sites offer complete hookups. "Not a bad spot. Average and relatively inexpensive," mentions a camper at Hollywood Casino Hotel & RV Resort about their experience with the partial hookups.