Best RV Parks near Pecatonica, IL

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Best RV Sites Near Pecatonica, IL (75)

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    1. Lakeland Camping Resort

    6 Reviews
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    Lakeland RV Campground is a premier Wisconsin camping destination, located 90 miles north of Chicago on over 200 acres of southern Wisconsin's prime vacation land. With a mile of lake frontage on beautiful Lake Koshkonong, Wisconsin's second largest lake, Lakeland has something for everyone. Click on over to our Events page to explore our theme weekends and events. Popular dates are filling up fast! A relaxing day boating on an expansive 10,000 acre lake; a late-night campfire enjoyed with family and friends; a warm afternoon spent lounging by the pool, a spirited game of horseshoes, tennis or shuffleboard, a long walk on our nature trails or a blissful day of fishing, are just some of the ways you can enjoy Lakeland RV Campground. We invite you to stay a day, a week, a month or the whole season! Book your RV Site, Tent Site or Cabin today! RV campground located in the heart of Wisconsin's southern gateway

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    2. Blackhawk Camping Resort

    5 Reviews
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    Blackhawk RV Camping Resort is located in the heart of Wisconsin's southern gateway. Whether you are looking to stay in a fully furnished rental cabin, in the comfort of your own RV, or a rustic tent site under the stars, Blackhawk RV Camping Resort has a site for you. Enjoy fishing, boating, relaxing poolside or getting involved in an endless array of activities! Go to our Events page to explore our fun-filled theme weekends and special events. Hurry - popular weekends book fast! Situated directly on scenic Clear Lake, a total of three lakes surround Blackhawk Resort's wooded grounds. Blackhawk is conveniently located near several major cities including Rockford, Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison and the Wisconsin Dells. Reserve one of our 490 sites for a day, a week or the entire season. Camping Resort located in the heart of Wisconsin's southern gateway Blackhawk Camping Resort offers a variety of weekly fun activities during the season. For theme weekends and special holiday events, check out our Events page. You won't want to miss any of the fun that is happening during your camping stay!

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    3. Thousand Trails Pine Country

    4 Reviews
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    Pine Country RV Camping is an RV camp in Northern Illinois that was created to be a convenient stopover or final destination for family fun. Whether you are traveling across the country or just want to see America's Heartland, Pine Country makes RV camping hassle-free with easy access sites and a prime location that are ideal for your excursion. Minutes from the Boone County Fair and Rockford, our RV camp is close to local attractions in Northern Illinois as well as plenty of activities to keep you busy. For an adventure in the Midwest, Pine Country RV Camping is where you want to be. From our RV camp in Northern Illinois, you can easily head to Chicago to see the sites of the big city and Lake Michigan. Or, just walk in the woods that surround the property, sit by the campfire, and take in the natural beauty of the region.

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    4. Sycamore RV Resort

    9 Reviews
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    5. Lehmans Lakeside RV Resort

    7 Reviews
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    6. Sugar Shores RV Resort

    3 Reviews
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    7. O'Connell's RV Campground

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    Leave your worries and hassles at the entrance gate. This RV Resort in Illinois has fun the whole family can enjoy! O'Connell's RV Resort in Amboy continues to draw families to the Sauk Valley by providing great fun and the opportunity to reconnect in a relaxing outdoor environment. An Illinois campground located just 90 miles west of Chicago and 80 miles east of the Quad Cities, O'Connell's RV resort in Illinois is both convenient and inviting. At this RV Resort, we work hard to be the best campground in Illinois offering fun that the whole family can enjoy. Grab your bathing suit and bring the entire family to one of our 3 pools and 2 waterslides or let the kids play in our arcade. With the most games of any campground in or around Illinois, the fun never stops here at O'Connell's RV Resort! At O'Connell's, there's never a dull moment! The campground features an award winning themed activity program geared to all ages. Park your car, stash your keys and come enjoy the beauty of nature and the variety of activities at O'Connell's RV Resort.

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    $60 - $90 / night

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    8. Lake Louise RV Resort

    2 Reviews
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    Discover Lake Louise RV Resort. Our Beautiful retreat is located along scenic IL Highway 2 south of Rockford, near Byron. Boasting beautiful, natural sand beaches boarding our sparkling 13 acres spring-fed Lake Louise, we our uniquely positioned as one of the Midwest's finest swimming and fishing facilities. Come and enjoy our spacious pool and lounging deck area. Relax in our 9 person hot tub. Visit for the week, weekend or all season long! Located just 25 minutes from Rockford, Illinois, Byron is full of small town charm. For the scientific minded, there is Weiskopf Observatory located in the Byron Forest Preserve while you are there you can visit the Heritage Farm Museum. More fun for museum lovers can be found at the Byron Museum of History& Lucius Read House or Jarrett Prairie Center Museum. Golf lovers can play a round at Prairie View Golf Course with a stop at the Hairy Cow Brewing Company offering 12 different world class beers.

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    9. Love's RV Hookup-Hampshire IL 763

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    Conveniently located along US Route 20, our Love's RV Hookup-Hampshire IL 763 provides the RV traveler with a safe and well-maintained place to stop for the night as you travel across the country. Our reservation and check in process makes booking a site quick and convenient. Guests can make reservations, pay and check in or out on their own devices or at the designated Kiosk located on site, providing an automated and contactless experience that quickly gets you back on the road to your destination. With full hook-ups at every site, including Wi-Fi and 30-Amp and 50-Amp service, water and sewer hookups, we also offer more amenities than any other national travel stop network.

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    $40 - $599 / night

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    10. Northwoods RV Resort

    3 Reviews
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    Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city and suburban life and enjoy an RV camping trip on the river in Garden Prairie, Illinois. Northwoods RV Resort is less than 90 minutes from Chicago. Our gated RV resort campground features a brand new swimming pool and hot tub, new bathhouses, community lodge, log pergola patio with a fireplace, swimming beach, full hookups for water, power& sewer, laundry facilities, restrooms, snack bar, on-site propane filling, new WiFi infrastructure and tons of planned activities. Our pristine 60 acre park is spacious and comfortable and located right on the Kishwaukee River. If you are searching for a quiet and peaceful campground setting for your vacation, then book your stay at Northwoods RV Resort today. Break out the hot dogs and marshmallows to by the fire with your family. Come rough it in style! In the town of Garden Prairie itself, you can visit the family-owned Hamlet's Cafe for a bit of small town charm, great service and a delicious home cooked breakfast. For lunch, check out Sonny's Express food truck and grab some of their famous homemade egg rolls and fried rice. The city of Rockford boasts a myriad of activities to keep all ages entertained including golf, zip-lining, museums, spas, paint studios, boat tours, bars and restaurants and shopping malls. Northwoods RV Resort is close to a wide variety of local attractions and entertainment. Nearby, you'll find the award winning Magic Water Waterpark as well as gorgeous state parks. Nearby attractions include: Nicholas Conservatory, Forest City Queen, Edward's Apple Orchard, Donley's Wild West Town, Boone County Fair, Harvard's Milk Days, Marengo's Settlers Days, Susie;s Garden Patch, Starved Rock State Park and more.

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Recent RV Reviews In Pecatonica

515 Reviews of 75 Pecatonica Campgrounds


  • Jon L.
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    Oct. 23, 2024

    O'Connell's RV Campground

    BULLET HOLES IN MY AIRSTREAM!

    BULLET HOLES IN MY AIRSYTREAM. Yes, you read that correctly. I had 4 bullet holes in my Airstream and to date, O'Connell's has NEVER RETURNED ANY CALLS OR EMAILS regarding this incident. A police report was made, photos were taken, and still nothing. Thousand Trails should be aware of this, but I'm guessing they are not. What if your kids were playing outside? My neighbor had a bullet hole in her shed and he also posted about it. O'CONNELL'S IS DANGEROUS, stay away from the new "Premium" lot section. I paid extra for this?

  • Linda N.
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    Oct. 16, 2024

    Milton-Madison SE KOA

    cant wait to go back

    I ended up here because I was going to a music festival in the area, and they turned me away because I have a service animal. I wasn't going to do all that work for nothing and just go home, so I decided to look up my nearest campground and it was KOA in Milton. they made me feel welcome. they understood my dilemma. it was a wonderful weekend. lots of amenities and I just absolutely can't wait to go back next year. I'm going to try to make it a couple times. so much fun, just me and my dog. And one last the thing, my fellow campers were more than hospitable and very nice and I appreciate that very much.

  • Linda N.
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    Oct. 16, 2024

    Sweet Minnihaha Campground

    music fest

    I originally went to this campground a couple years ago for a music festival, but I discovered how much fun it was. the people were incredible. the staff was really awesome so I continue to make it back at least once a year

  • Jaime P.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 9, 2024

    Badgerland Campground

    Great little campground

    We booked a weekend here for a soccer tournament we had in Verona, so we didn’t spend a lot of time on the property. The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful for us new to camping people. We booked online and they were also friendly when I messed up my reservation so thanks for that too. We booked in VIP 1, which is right next to the bath house. We wanted to be close to the showers (coin op). We figured since we’re at a sporting event that might be nice. Very quiet at night. We did have a little time to go fishing at the fishing pond. We didn’t catch anything but we had fun. The fishing pond is a ways from our camping area though. It would have been a long walk so we drove. WiFi is for a fee but it was fine. The fee wasn’t expensive (less than $5). No sewer hook up but there is a dump site so no big deal. Overall good stay.

  • Kenny P.
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    Sep. 7, 2024

    Thomas Woods Campground

    Great place for secluded camping

    Camped here on a whim. Amazing area. Super friendly hosts. The only thing I wish was a little more accessible is the website. I didn't know what kind of site I was getting, what it looked like, or if it was a hike in site or not. Turns out mine was, but it was not an issue for me on this trip. Site 30 for anyone interested.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 4, 2024

    Mississippi Palisades State Park

    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.

  • Brent A.
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    Sep. 3, 2024

    Vel Terra

    Wonderful Little Campground

    We stayed at this campground over Labor Day. The owner intentionally doesn't fill all of the sites in order to give people more space- a great luxury over a holiday like this. The sites are pretty small and only one 'sleeping structure' is allowed on each site but we found that Jeff was very willing to let us put up two tents (one for my wife & I 

    + one for the kids) because we were in the same family.

    The bathrooms and showers were very neat and well maintained. We didn't use the showers because they were paid but our friends did and had good things to say about them.

    The campground has a very nice playground (the favorite of the trip for one of my kids) and a lounge where anyone staying at the campground can rest with A/C, wifi, a phone charging area, and some board games.

    The primary drawback is that there isn't a lot of outdoor activities to do in the area. All the land is private so there's not great hiking (a little in the state park about 20 min drive away), IL law allows waterways to be privately owned so you can't kayak the river, etc. Galena is nearby if you want to go shopping and we really enjoyed going to Terrapin Apple Orchard and picking some apples (if you're there in the Fall). But all in all I would say this is a great campground to rest and relax at- probably not ideal for outdoor adventures.

  • S
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    Aug. 25, 2024

    Holiday Acres Camping Resort

    Beware

    Review: Holiday Acres Campground Our recent stay at Holiday Acres Campground was nothing short of a nightmare. From the moment we arrived, we felt unwelcome and targeted by both the staff and the locals. It's hard to say definitively if this place was racist, but the behavior we experienced certainly felt that way. Firstly, we were harassed and intimidated by the locals. They would drive around our campsite at night, yelling racial slurs and other offensive comments. This created a disturbing and unsettling atmosphere that made our stay extremely uncomfortable. The staff were equally unpleasant. We were falsely accused of peeing in the pool without any evidence, which seemed more like an excuse to target us than a genuine concern. Additionally, one staff member consistently displayed unprofessional and rude behavior. She berated one of us and treated him condescendingly, as if he were a boy rather than an adult. She exhibited this condescending behavior with the locals as well. Requests for assistance were met with eye rolls and obvious reluctance. Her dismissive and offensive attitude was consistent throughout our stay. The final straw came when we were kicked out for calling her a name after she persistently treated us with disrespect. While name-calling isn't appropriate, her behavior towards us was intolerable and unprovoked. The facilities were also abysmal. The bathrooms constantly smelled like fart, possibly due to the high sulfur content in the water, which only added to the overall negative experience. The showers were yellow with orange bits that could be scraped off, and the lack of cleanliness was appalling. The playgrounds looked so poorly maintained that you could get a splinter just from looking at them. To make matters worse, we were falsely accused of stealing by a local camper. Despite promises to review security footage, no evidence was provided, and no apology was offered for the false accusation. The pool area was another disappointment. The pool was cold, likely because it had just been filled. While the pool area itself was nice, it lacked lounging chairs, which would have enhanced comfort and relaxation. Overall, our experience at Holiday Acres Campground was horrific. The combination of harassment from locals, the hostile attitude of the staff, the filthy facilities, and the lack of amenities made for an extremely uncomfortable and distressing stay. I would strongly advise anyone considering this campground to stay far away, especially if you are looking for a welcoming and respectful environment.

  • Sarah B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellowstone Lake State Park
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Yellowstone Lake State Park

    Def do not recommend for summer 2024!

    I wanted so badly to love this campground experience, but just didn't. Site 19 was an easy walk-in that theoretically had nearby vault toilets, parking, and water.

    Each site only had space for one car to park before walking in. Not a huge deal, but annoying as there were 2 of us who drove separate and we had to problem solve. When we got to the site I was shocked to see that what was labeled as a tent site had literally NO flat space to actually set up a tent. Spacious site, but fully sloped.

    Also, what I would have loved to know, is that the vault toilets are closed because they are doing construction to build something new in that space. Construction that starts loudly each day at 7am. Honestly every site from about #35 down was affected by the noise because the construction is happening in the middle of the loop (and actually blocking some of the one-way road as well).

    The park in general was okay. Per the usual, the pet areas were lacking. No beach at all, just grass covered in goose poop and one cut out on the raised shore between tall grasses and foliage where a dog could potentially jump in. Certainly nowhere for a human to enjoy the water with their pups unfortunately.

  • Christie B.
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    Jul. 10, 2024

    Green County Fairgrounds

    Ok but you have to work around the events going on because you have to leave when they are going on!

    Nice quiet place no neighbors usually bothering you showers and toilets could be better but overall ok

  • Rebecca C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Rock Cut state park

    Not well maintained

    We have a 30 amp trailer. When we got there, the electricity wasn't working. It was 93° on a Saturday. We called the Rangers and asked them to look at our site breaker since it kept tripping. They came, told us the park was old and not updated but then ultimately told us it was our trailer. We had to rent a motel for the night because we couldn't even pull out the slide or anything. This was after spending about 6 hours pulling apart all the electrical in the trailer. Went to camping world the next day just for us to use their plugs and it was fine. We thought maybe it was our cord so we bought a new one and still nothing. We called the Rangers again who came to look at it. Told us that the park was just so old that it probably couldn't keep up and moved us to a 50 amp sight. The 30 amp plug there would work for about 2 mins and then would keep tripping again. So we ended up having to go back to camping world to get an adapter to use the 50 amp. Wasted about 30 hours of our trip over their electrical not being updated and they knew that. Tried to reach out to get the first night reimbursed since we literally couldn't even stay there or use our trailer. Was told we had to come back the next day to speak to the head ranger, came back and he wasn't there again. Was told he would call us two different times and never got a call. Will never stay here again.

  • Danielle D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Northwoods RV Resort
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Northwoods RV Resort

    Great for seasonal camping

    The sites are pretty big. The campground is not congested at all. The people are very nice. Everyone waves to everyone.

    We came here because they showed a water obstacle course on their website. When we got here, we were informed that their beach hasn't passed health tests for the past few years. So no obstacle course or beach area.

    The pool is very clean and the staff helped us pick a better site upon arrival. They also have a very pretty river to fish.

    There is no store. The only thing available is firewood. If you need anything at all, there is a Walmart about ten minutes down the road.

    The site is nice and grassy but there are a ton of bugs; mostly gnats.

    All in all, it's a very clean place with great people. The pool is wonderful. The parks are great. But it's definitely a more lay back and relax kind of place. Not a ton of stuff to do for kids.

  • Susan K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Thomas Woods Campground
    May. 12, 2024

    Thomas Woods Campground

    Thomas Woods Campground

    The campground is beautiful wish it was open more than the weekend's. The campground host needs to lighten up and shes out on the gator every 30 minutes, that gets annoying, also since we have also worked as campground hosts you don't run around with the gator giving people rides. It is a shame but we won't camp here again.

    They should check up on the campground host and hire one with a pleasant personality

  • J H.
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    Apr. 18, 2024

    Crazy Horse Campground

    Used to be a great place to camp

    Unfortunately, I can no longer say this is a great, affordable place to stay. The weekly rates increased by over $75 a week for the full hookup sites this season.  

    There was also a link to last years pricing still active until 4/16 that has since been deactivated when I asked to have my pricing adjusted to that amount. Seems deceptive to me, having 2 different prices in 2 different places on their site.  They will not honor the price and told me if I don't like it I can find somewhere else to camp. 

    Also, they no longer offer kayaks, which was the big draw to the campground. 

    We may keep our reservation this year, but likely won't be back next season.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blackhawk Camping Resort
    Apr. 1, 2024

    Blackhawk Camping Resort

    Lakeside Cozy RV Community in South Central Wisconsin

    With almost 500 sites with which to choose from, Blackhawk RV Campground is not only one of the larger RV communities you will come across here in the great Badger State, but since my initial review back in 2021, this camping outpost has made a number of enhancements and modifications. Starting with the name change from Blackhawk RV Campground to simply Blackhawk Camping Resort along with a management change are two big changes, and from what I have gathered, for the better. 

    Additional remodeling projects that have been completed are the brand new, in-ground heated pool, along with small kiddy pool and adjoining pool house complete with restroom and showers. A new basketball court has been refurbished with new netted hoops as well as new kid’s playgrounds that have been installed on sand lots, which the kiddos are sure to love. Top-of-the-line pioneer cottages have been constructed that feel more like modular homes, but come with all of the amenities you would expect like a complete kitchen with full-sized refrigerator, microwave and stovetop range as well as living room. 

    The biggest attraction here though hasn’t changed, which is the quick and EZ access to Clear Lake, which is actually a combination of 3 different lakes: Mud Lake, Clear Lake and Duck Lake, which basically surrounds the entirety of Blackhawk Camping Resort and offers up endless fishing, kayaking and boating opportunities. That said, there’s still plenty of ‘no swimming’ signs out for some reason that nobody was able to explain to me, so if a refreshing splash in the water is important to you, I would suggest calling ahead of time and asking management about this impediment. 

    As far as amenities go, beyond what I have already described above, you’ll also find standard back-in and pull-through site options that offer up waterfront views along with the typical hook-ups being 30 / 50 electric, fire pit and water. You will absolutely want to note that not every site offers up sewage, which is a bummer, and further, some sites offer more premium amenities like concrete patios and picnic tables. Sites also come in either grass or gravel, so be sure to ask when booking. Additional amenities include: horseshoe pits, boat slips, laundr-O-mat, activity center, boat ramp, designated dumpsters, on-site store, fishing dock, dance pavilion and volleyball court. 

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) Once you grow weary of digging through your roto-molded Cordova cooler or on-board mini-fridge, then head on into the nearby hamlet of Milton for some good Midwestern comfort food, where you can find made-from-scratch biscuits & gravy over at Mary’s Café, fresh, hot homemade pies at Paul Revere’s Pizza or for something a bit more upscale, the proper, white tablecloth Frederick’s Supper Club of which I recommend the bacon-wrapped Prime Rib bites followed by the Diablo pasta;(2) If you are looking for a nice, different distraction that you wouldn’t expect in these parts, let alone Wisconsin writ large, head on over to Timber Hill Winery, which is a family-run local vineyard featuring a fairly amazing tasting room offering up some not-so-typical varietals like Red, White & Berry, Cherry Bomb and my favorite, PB&J Back to School; (3) Should you need to stock up on anything while staying at Blackhawk Camping Resort, you’ll also find just about everything you need in nearby Milton where you’ll have Beverage Mart, Dollar General, The Meat Market, Piggly Wiggly as well as Ace Hardware to help keep you supplied up while enjoying the outdoors; and (4) If you’re one of those families that like to track down the oversized and obscure while traversing across this great country, then head just a bit down south of where you are at to Janesville where you can meet Bessie the Cow, which stands 16 feet tall and 20 feet wide – you can easily park at the nearby Arby’s at no cost and just walk over to meet her. 

    Happy Camping!

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
    Mar. 14, 2024

    Rock Cut state park

    So close to home

    We camp here at least 5 times a year. It’s only 8 miles from our home. Many trails and not to expensive. They have sites with electric and sites just for tents. The only negative is no drinkable water. Tons of trails, fishing and even a swimming pond.

  • Joel K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Shabbona Lake State Park
    Mar. 14, 2024

    Shabbona Lake State Park

    Really nice state park

    My daughter and I stayed here twice.  Oct 2019 and Aug 2020.  We kayaked around the lake and enjoyed the natural setting.

    The store is very nice and well stocked.  Never left the park so not sure how far to “town”.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kegonsa State Park
    Oct. 26, 2023

    Lake Kegonsa State Park

    Fun Oktoberfest celebration, clean park

    We arrived after 5pm and were able to find out camp spot easily with the reservation email. Everyone was super friendly and there was a little Oktoberfest celebration going on with some families a few sites down. The bathrooms were alright, and there was a fire pit and picnic table at our site which was great. The walking trails are nice and there’s a volleyball net and little playground too.

  • Justin G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Cut state park
    Oct. 22, 2023

    Rock Cut state park

    Fall Getaway

    A perfect spot for a weekend trip. We stayed in the White Oak area and used our tent. This location was close to the shower house (which could have been a little bit cleaner but still usable). There are plenty of scenic photo opportunities especially during the fall season.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kegonsa State Park
    Oct. 11, 2023

    Lake Kegonsa State Park

    Great Group Sites

    Well-kept, fairly secluded campsite with toilets nearby and only a short walk to the lake. I would definitely recommend for larger groups (up to 20)!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Palisades State Park
    Oct. 9, 2023

    Mississippi Palisades State Park

    Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna, Illinois

    This is a great campground! The trails are well kept, clean bathrooms, nice campsites sand the best camp hosts ever!!!

  • Drew H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Palisades State Park
    Oct. 3, 2023

    Mississippi Palisades State Park

    Great first visit

    First time visiting this park, we stayed for 4 nights. Very clean park and it was incredibly quiet. No alcohol was allowed on the grounds but it didn’t seem like it would be enforced unless there was a campsite causing issues which is fair. Clean bathrooms and showers. We showed up around 11am and saw our site was not occupied so we decided to set up and then checked in at the front at 4:00 when the host arrived. Overall very positive experience. I will absolutely go back.

    Something worth noting. There is no store on site, they do sell wood but it is cash only.

  • Stacie H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrison Rockwood State Park
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Morrison Rockwood State Park

    A lovely campground with the CLEANEST bathrooms and showerhouse!

    This campground is a lovely gem! Most of the camp sites are fairly secluded from one another by distance and from surrounding foliage (see pic). The exceptions would be sites 55-64 that loop around the playground. We, unfortunately, didn't know this and so had site 61. It was nice little spot with plenty of shade but I was a bit jealous of those with more secluded spots, especially since we are tent campers and all of the others on the loop were big RVs.

    The pros:

    - The campground hosts were lovely. Friendly but not overbearing, as some can be.

    - The on site restaurant/bait shop/ boat rental was very convenient! Husband forgot to pack something and the little bait shop had what we needed. Plus, we were able to buy firewood there, too.

    - Lovely scenery! The hiking trails were well maintained and there were lots of beautiful flowers, bird, and butterflies. We even saw a raccoon!

    - The (and I cannot emphasize this enough) CLEANEST campground bathrooms I've ever seen! I'm not squeamish and have been camping for years so my expectations for campground bathroom cleanliness is well calibrated but these bathrooms (even the vault toilets!) were amazingly clean! There weren't even spiderwebs on the ceiling of the shower house. Just *chef's kiss*

    - The water from the pump was very clean.

    The cons:

    -  Lack of privacy/seclusion for the 55-64 sites along the loop.

    - For that same loop, since it circles the playground, if kids playing noises bother you, might want to choose a different site.

    - The food at the restaurant was meh. It was fine- it was sustenance. Nothing to write home about.

    - LOTS of big RVs. It wasn't an issue for us on this trip, but on other camping trips sometimes being surrounded by big RVs just isn't a great vibe.

  • Vladimir M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Shabbona Lake State Park
    Aug. 12, 2023

    Shabbona Lake State Park

    Pontoon Heaven

    Our stay here was a great experience. The town of Shabbona has a population of 900, and you get that homely good-natured feel while being there as well. We had breakfast at Shabbona Cafe in town, and we received a great portion and oh so good as well. While leaving on the last day at the BP gas station there is even a corn 🌽 stand $5 for a dozen of oh so good and sweet corn, the best part is all you need is to drop the $5 in a cash box on the honor system, love that. Now the camping grounds was great as well. Completely surrounded by woods and nature at site 147, very close to bathroom shed, and also not far from the shower/bath house (clean). The Restaurant & Bait Shop are all in the same building. The restaurant had a great Nachos and grass-fed burger, top quality definitely. The bait shop we rented a pontoon boat (reserved online) they show you the safe areas to boat and where to look out for as well, before boarding the pontoon they also give you a refresher on operating the boat etc. Oh! I forgot about the store, the hours seemed off but once open the store has all the essentials one would need. $7 for a bundle of wood also on the honor system cash box.

    We highly recommend camping here.

  • Chris H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Milton-Madison SE KOA
    Aug. 5, 2023

    Milton-Madison SE KOA

    Great place full of trees and well kept

    This place was the best on our trip so far. We were here for a couple nights. The pool was great (from 3-4 it’s adult swim, so the kids had to get out). The sites were very clean and it’s only about 40 minutes from Milwaukee. They have a ton of things to do for the family like a baseball backstop, sand volleyball, horse shoes, a playground etc.



Guide to Pecatonica

Camping near Pecatonica, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly amenities, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the numerous trails available at Rock Cut State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "There are plenty of scenic photo opportunities especially during the fall season."
  • Fishing and Boating: Head to Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area for fishing and kayaking. A visitor shared, "We kayaked around the lake and enjoyed the natural setting."
  • Wildlife Watching: At Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground, you can spot various wildlife. One camper noted, "The hiking was beautiful and the scenery was stunning."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower facilities. A review for Lowden State Park Campground stated, "The campground was very clean."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment. A visitor at Paul Wolff Campground mentioned, "The tent area was very quiet."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. One review for Blue Mound State Park Campground said, "The staff was very pleasant and helpful."

What you should know

  • No Alcohol Policies: Some campgrounds, like Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area, have strict no alcohol rules. A camper noted, "This SP strictly enforces its ‘no alcohol’ policy."
  • Site Proximity: Campers at White Pines Forest State Park Campground mentioned that sites can be close together. One review stated, "Many of the campsites are sloped and some are sloped A LOT."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Paul Wolff Campground, do not have showers. A visitor remarked, "There are flush toilets as well as vaults that were both kept fairly clean."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like playgrounds. A review for Big Foot Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "Nice playground for kids."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have activities planned, such as fishing or hiking. One camper at Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground said, "The walking trails are nice and there’s a volleyball net and little playground too."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A visitor at Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground noted, "The store is very nice and well stocked."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Rock Cut State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites begin with #300 and as you circumnavigate the simple circular loop, you will pass by about 2 dozen or so slots that are nice flat paved slots."
  • Use Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric hookups. A camper at Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area shared, "They have sites with electric and sites just for tents."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Be aware of where dump stations are located. A review for Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground noted, "You will need to pass the Shower Building to access the second campground."

Camping near Pecatonica, Illinois, provides a mix of nature, family fun, and relaxation. Whether you’re in an RV or tent, there’s a spot waiting for you!

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