Best Cabin Camping near Olney, IL

Rustic cabins at Red Hills State Park near Olney provide basic accommodations with electricity, picnic tables, and convenient access to the lake. The cabins feature concrete pads and offer visitors a comfortable base for exploring the park's natural surroundings. Most sites have trash cans and fire pits with cooking grates. A visitor commented, "Sites are a little unleveled but not bad. Nice restaurant, a little pricey but good food."

Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area offers cabin camping with concrete pads overlooking the lake. Each cabin site includes a picnic table, trash can, and fire pit with cooking grate. Electricity is available at most cabin sites, though some primitive cabins may lack power hookups. Cabin renters gain easy access to the lake for fishing, with reviews noting "We caught some nice sized Bass on the lake which made for a yummy dinner." Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly at popular locations like Casey KOA which operates seasonally from March through October.

Cabin guests should plan to bring their own bedding, towels, and personal items as these are rarely provided. Basic cooking supplies are recommended as cabin kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations. Spring Creek Campground and Camp Lakewood have on-site stores for essential supplies, while others like Ouabache Trails County Park maintain shower facilities near the cabin areas. The cabins at Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area are available from mid-May through late December, providing a longer season for visitors wanting to experience the changing seasons. Most cabin locations permit pets, though specific rules may apply regarding size and number of animals allowed.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Olney, Illinois (15)

    1. Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

    9 Reviews
    Sumner, IL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 936-2469

    "Lots of trails it seems. Lake is nice sized but not too big. Wish the restaurant was open, but told it may be next Spring."

    "We absolutely love this state park. We have three medium size dogs that go with us we have plenty of space at our campsite that is big enough for them. The campsites are clean with electric hook ups."

    2. Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    8 Reviews
    Newton, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 783-2661

    "we love this park as it reminds us of some of Indiana state parks with a huge lake, horseback riding, lots of trails to explore and beautiful wildlife. pet friendly and lots to do for all ages."

    "The park superintendent was so polite and helpful. He even told us where they had been stacking wood from clearing out some trees near the campground and encouraged us to use all we need."

    3. Ouabache Trails County Park

    10 Reviews
    Vincennes, IN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 882-4316

    "This is a very nice campground just outside of Vincennes. Love the camp ground, does have electricity and water. Very shaded. Also has cabin rentals that are fantastic. Lots of trails to walk."

    "We have stayed here three times in the last year and have required extra space/accommodations to bring a wheelchair-bound family member to our campsite."

    4. Harmonie State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    New Harmony, IN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 682-4821

    $20 - $23 / night

    "I chose site 39 and it was close to level. Well spaced.Vault toilets and bathhouses. Only lower camp area bathhouse open before summer.Garbage bin overflowing. Fire pit, table, electric. Playgrounds."

    "This is a huge state park! There are lots and lots of campsites in this state park bordering the Wabash River. Sites are divided into smallish areas some for tents, some for RVs and some mixed."

    5. Spring Creek Campground

    13 Reviews
    Neoga, IL
    35 miles
    +1 (217) 821-2181

    $15 - $25 / night

    "Wonderful private campground surround by woods, an open field and a small pond. There is a small playground, covered patio, bathrooms with showers and plenty of lawn space!"

    "Shower house is nice. Nice playground in the shade next to a pavilion. Nice mix of shaded and sunny sites. Cabin onsite also."

    6. Camp Lakewood

    17 Reviews
    Effingham, IL
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 342-1111

    $35 - $999 / night

    "Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake."

    "The sun sets behind the camper. Very nice clean restrooms, laundry room and a area you can grill in using their grills."

    7. Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    Kinmundy, IL
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 547-3381

    "Most of the sites are large and a good distance from the next one. Shower house is alright. The store/restaurant has been closed for a year or two now because of the Illinois budget."

    "It's a small campground that offers a playground,bathhouse, hiking trails, and a small swimming area. There is easy access walking down to the marina. With small towns close to this state park."

    8. Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground

    6 Reviews
    Johnsonville, IL
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 724-2493

    $9 - $28 / night

    "Rend Lake is a large COE recreation area with 4 campgrounds, some with full hook ups for $28 a night, two dams, 2 beaches, several boat launches, a marina, golf course and a restaurant. "

    "They keep up with the grounds and shower houses very well. Easy to navigate roads and many things to do. You also have easy access to stores in the surrounding towns."

    9. Fox Ridge State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Charleston, IL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 345-6416

    $20 / night

    "There are good campsite for both RVs and tent camping with clean restrooms and shower house. The park and trails are usually busy since the park is near the Eastern Illinois University."

    ". :)  It took a bit of maneuvering to get into our site, due to the trees on each side of the site, but once we got in, we were really happy with the space and privacy. "

    10. Casey KOA

    7 Reviews
    Charleston, IL
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 932-5319

    "This is a KOA Journey, it is right off the interstate in a nice little town in East Central Illinois. It has full hookup, and electric and water sites."

    "Friendly service, Clean restroom/showers and even a pond for fishing."

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Cabin Reviews near Olney, IL

140 Reviews of 15 Olney Campgrounds


  • D
    Jun. 20, 2016

    Ouabache Trails County Park

    Great trails!

    This is a very nice campground just outside of Vincennes. Love the camp ground, does have electricity and water. Very shaded. Also has cabin rentals that are fantastic. Lots of trails to walk. Dog friendly.

  • A
    May. 9, 2022

    Spring Creek Campground

    Quiet, serene spot

    Wonderful private campground surround by woods, an open field and a small pond. There is a small playground, covered patio, bathrooms with showers and plenty of lawn space! Pet friendly and looks very ADA accessible, I had a great time spending one night here with my dog. $15 for tent/primitive camping, $25 for electric!

  • Debra M.
    Mar. 23, 2021

    Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground

    Many lakeside sites, extra long drives for boat trailers, quiet and scenic

    Rend Lake is a large COE recreation area with 4 campgrounds, some with full hook ups for $28 a night, two dams, 2 beaches, several boat launches, a marina, golf course and a restaurant.  Not all facilities were open when we visited in March.  Hiking and biking trails and close to town for gas and bait.  Each site has a stone picnic table and fire ring.  Showers, bathrooms and  playgrounds in multiple places and convenient locations.  Some sites do have steep grade, originally booked Bluejay 48 and moved.

    https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233504?tab=seasons

  • Robin M.
    Sep. 18, 2016

    Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Nice place

    we love this park as it reminds us of some of Indiana state parks with a huge lake, horseback riding, lots of trails to explore and beautiful wildlife. pet friendly and lots to do for all ages.

  • Dusti M.
    Mar. 7, 2022

    Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Amazing hospitality

    We stayed there for one night. The park superintendent was so polite and helpful. He even told us where they had been stacking wood from clearing out some trees near the campground and encouraged us to use all we need. Very clean pit toilets. Very good fire pits with cooking grates. Every spot has a picnic table and trash can. Very nice close walk to the north boat launch from the campground. Well kept cleared trails. Very nice and well maintained playground in the middle of the campground. Great views of the lake. 4 bars on Verizon.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Camp Lakewood

    Nice campground

    Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake. Must be nice in summer and fall when leaves are on trees. Full hook up on lots but no cable. Park has nice store and commons area with games. A pizza place is operating on site. Had pizza and wings that were good. Enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly

  • Chad K.
    Sep. 18, 2016

    Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

    Nice SP

    This state park is a basic but nice state park facility, The tent sites were basic but fairly level and clean. Most of the sites had fire pits and picnic table. The bathrooms were big and clean, At the time of our visit it was raining so we didn't get a chance to explore much but its someplace we will come back to.

  • Michael M.
    Oct. 6, 2017

    Fox Ridge State Park Campground

    Great Hiking and Quiet Camping

    I have been here hiking many times but camped only 1 time in July of 2017. There are good campsite for both RVs and tent camping with clean restrooms and shower house. The park and trails are usually busy since the park is near the Eastern Illinois University. The no-drinking campground prevents many noisy student campouts. The hiking trails are some of the best in the state because the glaciers dropped of mountains of soil in the area where this park is located. The surrounding farm land is flat as can be, but the forested hills and creek beds in the park are almost mountainous. Bring everything you need for the weekend with you, there are no businesses close to the park. This is a great place for day hiking and a weekend getaway.

  • j
    Mar. 31, 2019

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Edge of lower eastern Indiana

    Over 200 gravel sites many sloping so choose wisely. I chose site 39 and it was close to level. Well spaced.Vault toilets and bathhouses. Only lower camp area bathhouse open before summer.Garbage bin overflowing. Fire pit, table, electric. Playgrounds. Water nearby. River with boat launch in park. Lots of bike trails. Large pool with water slide open in the summer. Same for nature center. Great trees. Quiet. Quirky little town of New Harmony nearby.


Guide to Olney

Cabin camping near Olney, Illinois offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the amenities of home.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

Enjoy fishing and boating activities

Cabins are available at Fox Ridge State Park Campground

  • Fox Ridge State Park Campground features cabins that provide a peaceful retreat with spacious sites and access to hiking trails.
  • Camp Lakewood offers cozy cabins near a picturesque lake, perfect for a relaxing getaway with family and friends.
  • Grayville KOA Grayville IL provides cabin accommodations with a range of amenities, including mini-golf and ice cream, making it a fun destination for all ages.

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Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Olney, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Olney, IL is Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.

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