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Best RV Parks & Resorts near Penfield, IL

230 Reviews

Several RV parks within 30 miles of Penfield, Illinois offer full hookup options for motorhome travelers. D & W Lake RV Park in Champaign provides pull-through sites with 50/30 amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections on level gravel pads. Prairie Pines Campground in Rantoul features spacious full hookup sites with 50 amp service in a park-like setting with mature trees. Gibson City South Park Municipal Campground, open year-round, accommodates big rigs with 50 amp electrical hookups, water, and sewer connections. Tin Cup RV Park in Mahomet offers pull-through sites with full hookups that can handle larger motorhomes. "Amazing family owned camp. Full hook ups 50/30 and pull through. Super easy to get to from the freeway. Super friendly and amazing service from the time you pull up till the time you pack up and leave. Level sites," noted one RV camper about D & W Lake.

While most RV campgrounds in the area maintain good accessibility from major highways, seasonal considerations affect availability. Prairie Pines Campground, situated on the former Chanute Air Force Base, features sites that are technically back-ins but can be navigated as pull-throughs with assistance from staff. Potable water fill stations and dump facilities are available at most parks, though Moraine View State Recreation Area requires filling tanks at the entrance station before proceeding to campsites. Cell service is generally strong throughout the region, with visitors reporting 3+ bars on Verizon at Prairie Pines. Pet-friendly policies are standard across all RV parks near Penfield, with designated dog areas at some locations. Reservations are recommended during summer months and fall weekends when occupancy rates increase. Campground roads vary in width and turning radius, with some parks better suited for larger rigs than others.

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Best RV Sites Near Penfield, Illinois (34)

    1. D & W Lake RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Champaign, IL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 356-3732

    "Full hook ups 50/30 and pull through. Super easy to get to from the highway. Super friendly and amazing service from the time you pull up till the time you pack up and leave. Level sites."

    "Pulled in about 7pm and immediately was greeted by the manager who showed us to our site, helped us pull in get settled and brought us firewood."

    2. Tin Cup RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Mahomet, IL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 586-3011

    "Spacious sites long pull through etc. Wish we had more time for the area. Would stay again."

    "Had AC going but could hear road noise from interstate/ nearby roads."

    3. Thousand Trails Horseshoe Lakes

    1 Review
    Paris, IL
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    4. Gibson City South Park Municipal Campground

    4 Reviews
    Fisher, IL
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 784-5872

    $10 / night

    "This is a great city run campground attached to a block sized city park. 30 amp and water at each site. The park has restrooms, with showers. You only need to grab a key from the police department."

    "10$ a night next to a park on a slightly busy street. I pitched my tent amongst the many rv trailers and had a rest on my motorcycle trip south."

    5. Kickapoo State Recreation Area

    29 Reviews
    Oakwood, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 442-4915

    $10 - $20 / night

    "Large level sites. They offer great activities such as movies, float trips, kayaks, canoes, paddle boats. Snack shop on site."

    "I live about 30 minutes from Kickapoo SP and anytime I feel I need to camp I head over. Great little campground in Central Illinois."

    6. Prairie Pines Campground

    7 Reviews
    Gifford, IL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 893-0438

    "It's on the outskirts of town on the old Chanute AFB. They have lovely tree coverage, it's close to lots of amenities like grocery shopping, sports complex, urgent care, quick interstate access."

    "Either route would have worked but suggest you locate the campground(CG) on the map and verify the route with Google Maps or Waze."

    7. La Caille RV Park

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    White Heath, IL
    34 miles

    8. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    71 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $25 / night

    "It is in a very quiet, off the main road, in a circle, in full shade. It’s is very close to the restroom but a distance from the camp store and dumpster."

    "This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones."

    9. Moraine View State Recreational Area

    27 Reviews
    Le Roy, IL
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 724-8032

    $40 - $20 / night

    "Easy access from the highway. Drove in without reservations, mid-week, just before dark, for a quick overnight while on a cross country trip."

    "After 10 pm it was completely quiet. The site was level and we had 30 amp electricity. It's a family environment, with lots of joyful kids all over, which I liked."

    10. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area

    19 Reviews
    Weldon, IL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 935-8722

    $10 - $30 / night

    "We stayed in the J loop, which was more family friendly and very close to the beach."

    "Almost every site has plenty of shade with lots of tree cover. This also means in the dog days of summer the breeze is blocked by the trees so get an electric site even with a tent and bring a fan."

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  • Travis P.
    Aug. 5, 2022

    Earl Park

    City park

    This is a small town park. Sites all grass. Most are only 20 amp a few have 30 amp. No fire rings. Playground is huge. Sites have water, dump station on way out. $25 for campers $15 for tents. Honor system pay at Festival Office in center of park. Sites are first come first served. 30 amp sites in center fill up fast. 31ft toy hauler. AC ran fine off 20amp.

  • Jill C.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Friends Creek Campground

    Secluded and Cozy

    We stayed here during our travels from Kansas to Indiana. While we only stayed one night, it was long enough to know that should we travel nearby again-this will be our stopping point. Easy to access from the highway yet while in the park, we experienced pure bliss and quiet. Spacious sites and an abundant amount of shade made this stay even better! The camp hosts do an excellent job as the grounds and bathhouse were all immaculate! These are electric only sites however there are several water spigots to fill the tank prior to parking. For ease, there are even potable water spigots at the dump station and the bathhouse as well. Our site was fairly level and easy to maneuver into. For reference, we have a 34’ fifth wheel. When reserving, note that there are a handful of 50 amp sites, several 30 amp sites and tent sites available.

  • K
    May. 9, 2018

    Friends Creek Campground

    Great place to camp

    Level sites, clean restrooms and showers and friendly staff no sewer or water hookup

    but a convenient dump station

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 30, 2025

    Friends Creek Campground

    Nice rural camping

    General: 40-site campground with three non-electric and the rest are either 30 or 50-amp electric. Several water spigots are sprinkled throughout the campground. 

    Site quality: All sites are gravel and level. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. The sites are spaced a decent amount of distance apart and with the many trees, it did not feel crowded, despite being almost full when we were there. 

    Bath/Shower: Very clean with soap, paper towels, and a shelf for toiletries. Did not use the shower but it looked clean as well. 

    Activities/Amenities: There are two well-marked and well-maintained trails plus a playground and basketball hoop. There is also a historic schoolhouse, and guided tours are available by calling. Before leaving the next morning, I enjoyed a walk on the two trails. There is a dump station and potable water.

    The campground was almost completely full on a Friday at the end of October yet very quiet.

  • S
    Jul. 17, 2021

    Turkey Run Canoe & Camping

    Close Quarters

    The manager Tina and her husband are great people but the camp sites are to close together and we would not camp here again. The sites are difficult to get into and although they allow one car on the site there is barely room for that one car. The electric is shared with another site which could be a problem if you have the same type of service since there is only one 50 amp, one 30 amp, and one 20 amp service per hook up. There is portable water at the entrance but the road coming and going to the campsite is only wide enough for one rig and you will block traffic while you are filling up. The campsite is backed up to a major highway so it is loud by nature. We choose to enjoy our stay but will not be back. I hope this helps you!

  • Stephen C.
    Jul. 15, 2022

    D & W Lake RV Park

    HIDDEN GEM. Amazing family owned camp.

    Amazing family owned camp. Full hook ups 50/30 and pull through. Super easy to get to from the highway. Super friendly and amazing service from the time you pull up till the time you pack up and leave. Level sites. Very peaceful and quiet at night. I 100% recommend.

  • M
    Jul. 19, 2020

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Terrific campground and state park

    We stayed here this weekend and had a terrific time. The weather was very hot but there is a river to tube and canoe in to keep you cool. We stayed at site #35. It is in a very quiet, off the main road, in a circle, in full shade. It’s is very close to the restroom but a distance from the camp store and dumpster. The site was clean and well equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. The site is very uneven. It definitely sloops to the back corner. It’s was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end. The site was huge but given the unevenness it would be difficult for tents. The campground is family friendly and was quiet at night. There is a lot to do at this state park. We hiked the #3 and #5 trails and it took us about 2 hours. It was very busy but everyone was very polite. It was a great stay all around.

  • leif D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2025

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Large campground with spacious sites

    This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones. No water hookups at the site but all except the "youth sites" had 110, 30, and 50 amp power. I was able to charge my ev without issue. Sites tried from all concrete to a dusty dirt and rock tent area, and all had old wood picnic tables. While the hiking was incredible, the maps of the trails were poor and not up to date, with some trails not on map at all. On one trail part of it went through box canyons up an active, though trickling, stream bed.

  • Andy F.
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Family oriented, showers and restrooms available

    Close to great hiking trails, swimming, canoeing & rafting rental. Quiet and family friendly on every visit. Rv, tent w/electric available.

Guide to Penfield

Discover the charm of RV camping near Penfield, Illinois, where you can enjoy beautiful landscapes and well-equipped parks that cater to all your camping needs.

RVers appreciate amenities like electric hookups and clean facilities

  • At D & W Lake RV Park, guests enjoy full electric hookups, clean restrooms, and a friendly atmosphere, making it a top choice for RV travelers.
  • Tin Cup RV Park offers spacious sites with electric hookups and easy access to nearby amenities, perfect for a comfortable stay.
  • Gibson City South Park Municipal Campground features essential amenities like water hookups and sanitary dump stations, ideal for those looking for a budget-friendly option.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy a peaceful day fishing or walking the trails at D & W Lake RV Park, where the serene lake provides a perfect backdrop for relaxation.
  • Tin Cup RV Park is conveniently located near Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, offering hiking and outdoor activities just a short drive away.
  • Experience local culture and dining options in Gibson City, with easy access from Gibson City South Park Municipal Campground.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the area

  • Charlarose Campground is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, making it a great spot for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil escape.
  • At Thousand Trails Horseshoe Lakes, guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including swimming and fishing, all while being immersed in nature.
  • Klumpe Family Campground offers a family-friendly environment with plenty of green space for outdoor games and relaxation.

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