Best Tent Camping near Percy, IL

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Best Tent Sites Near Percy, IL (7)

    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    1. Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    16 Reviews
    47 Photos
    9 Saves
    Goreville, Illinois

    Turkey Ridge is for campers who want a serene outdoor experience. It is a Class C walk-in campground that includes camp pads, picnic tables, cooking grills and showers. Drinking water and toilets are located near the parking lots.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from North Marcum Day Use Area

    2. North Marcum Day Use Area

    2 Reviews
    1 Photo
    11 Saves
    Rend Lake, Illinois

    Overview

    Congratulations! Youve just discovered the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Whether youre looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, youll find it here.

    Natural Features:

    North Marcum Day Use Area sits along the banks of Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois. Plenty of shade and a large sandy boat in are, make this day use area desirable for a day on scenic Rend Lake. Rend Lake is made up of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land.

    Wildlife in the area includes white tailed deer, wild turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year.

    Recreation:

    Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away youll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

    Facilities:

    North Marcum Day Use Area features two large picnic shelters with tables, grills, and drinking water. The shelters can accommodate up to 75 guests each, and the area has a boat ramp, playground, and dock all within walking distance.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
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      3. Apple Creek Conservation Area

      1 Review
      1 Save
      Altenburg, Missouri

      Apple Creek Conservation Area is located in northeast Cape Girardeau County, three miles east of New Wells on Route CC. The Missouri Department of Conservation created Apple Creek Conservation Area in 1986 with the purchase of 2,100 acres from several landowners.

      Steep hills and narrow valleys characterize this area, and approximately 2.5 miles of Apple Creek stream frontage forms its northern border.

      The Conservation Department has created watering ponds and planted food plots and agricultural crops within the forest to provide additional food sources for wildlife.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Equestrian
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

      4. Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

      3 Reviews
      10 Photos
      2 Saves
      Goreville, Illinois

      Backpackers enjoying their commune with nature will appreciate the solitude of the individual campsites in the Class C Backpack campground. Located a half-mile from the Turkey Ridge primitive campground parking lot, these woodland sites have cooking grills, toilets and showers. Water and trash receptacles are available at the Turkey Ridge parking lot. You're reminded to be careful with your fires and to pack out what you pack in.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Trash
      • Drinking Water
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        5. Mandolin Grove

        1 Review
        Mason, Illinois
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Tent Cabin
        Camper-submitted photo from Spillway Group Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Spillway Group Area
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        Camper-submitted photo from Spillway Group Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Spillway Group Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Spillway Group Area

        6. Spillway Group Area

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        Benton, Illinois

        Overview

        Congratulations! You've just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossu, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here int he heart of Southern Illinois..

        Recreation

        Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away you'll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

        Facilities

        Spillway Group Area offers 10 acres for company picnics, weddings, church gatherings, family reunions and many other outdoor events. The area includes a large shelter (250 capacity) with electricity and overhead lighting, an amphitheater (250 capacity), and a small gazebo (30 capacity), a swingset, and direct access to the Rend Lake Bike Trail. The area also offers picnic tables, flush toilets, and drinking water in order to provide a comfortable experience for guests.

        Natural Features

        Spillway Group Area sits along the banks of Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois. Situated to the North East side of the spillway, the spillway group area has one of the best views at Rend Lake. Rend Lake is made up of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land.

        Nearby Attractions

        Rend Lake Dam Rend Lake Visitors Center Rend Lake Project Office

        contact_info

        For facility specific information, please call (618) 724-2493.

        • Electric Hookups
        • Tents
        • Group
        • Picnic Table

        $150 / night

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          7. Sandstone Spring & Camp

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          7 Saves
          Swansea, Illinois

          Tent only camping. Deep in 300 million years old Carboniverous sandstone spring bed valley with fossils. Place to relax & take in the nature of this hidden gem in the city of Belleville, IL. No restrooms. No showers. Swimming in areas of spring is limited to shallow pools. But it is enough to cool you off.

          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Electric Hookups
          • Phone Service
          • Reservable
          • Tents

          $28 - $38 / night

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        Recent Tent Reviews in Percy

        474 Reviews of 7 Percy Campgrounds


        • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground
          Jan. 5, 2025

          Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground

          Lake camping with space

          We went on Labor Day weekend and there were a number of sites open.  Many of the sites are walk up only.  The sites have a lot of room to enjoy a relaxing weekend or set up yard games.  Rend lake is a good size lake with numerous areas to explore the water.

          The showers and bathrooms are centrally located, so they are a bit of a hike.  They are clean and not too busy.

        • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
          Jan. 5, 2025

          Hawn State Park Campground

          Fall Favorite

          Hawn is a one of the best fall campgrounds close to the St. Louis area.  There are a number of hiking options around the campground in the park and nearby nature reserve.  

          It is a smaller campground with a good mix of electric and non-electric sites.  The restrooms were clean and they also have some vault toilets in the park for convenience.

        • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
          Jan. 5, 2025

          St. Francois State Park Campground

          Loud and Crowded Camping

          The campground has oddly shaped campsites causing a crowded feel.  The campground is also loud on the weekends especially if there are races at the nearby Bonne Terre drag strip.

        • Cody S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dam West Campground
          Jan. 5, 2025

          Dam West Campground

          Lakeside Escape

          We camped right on the lake with a great view.  This site and the site next to it are the best sites in the campground with a pull through layout for a great setup for a lake view from the side of your camper.  There was not any shade on the site, so you will be dependent on an awning.  Keep in mind that strong winds can sweep across the lake and pick things up if not secured.

        • Gonzo A.
          Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kaskaskia State Park Campground
          Jan. 3, 2025

          Fort Kaskaskia State Park Campground

          Beautiful Views

          Stayed here last fall and really loved the fall colors and views this park has to offer.  I can't say the facilities were great - there were only vault toilets and no showers that I saw.  Relatively small loop for RVs.  Sites weren't exactly great.  I ended up landing one of the paved sites, which had lots of space and I believe may have been handicapped.  The park wasn't busy and I was able to stay a few extra days.  Suggest checking it out in the fall when the leaves are changing as it was absolutely gorgeous.

        • Gonzo A.
          Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
          Jan. 3, 2025

          St. Francois State Park Campground

          Nice But A Little Crowded

          St. Francois is a nice park tucked in the forest off of Hwy 67.  It's a quaint park that tends to fill up fast depending on time of year.  The sites are a bit more snug together than I would prefer.  There are some nice hiking options within the park.  It was exceptionally quiet when I stayed both times.

        • Gonzo A.
          Camper-submitted photo from Hawn State Park Campground
          Jan. 3, 2025

          Hawn State Park Campground

          One of MIssouri's Many Gems

          Hawn is a lovely park just south of the city a few clicks.  It's tucked away into the trees with ample shade and options for backpacking, backcountry hiking.  The park is nice and sites are spaced out enough.  Not sure about cell service but had a site in the 2nd campground in the middle where there's a break in the trees.  I was able to use Starlink.  People were friendly and overall lovely park and experience.

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from Gun Creek
          Nov. 8, 2024

          Gun Creek

          Beautiful Sunsets over the Lake

          What a beautiful campground, it’s our second time here. Some spots do have a fairly good slope to them

        • Tabitha R.
          Camper-submitted photo from Johnson Creek
          Oct. 12, 2024

          Johnson Creek

          Nice!

          This campground provides large spots, drinking water, vault toliets, dumpsters, picnic table, lantern hook, fire ring, and contactless check in. I also appreciate the value of these sites. It really is a reasonable rate for forest camping.

        • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Campground
          Oct. 4, 2024

          Hilltop Campground

          Decent overnight stop

          Hosts were friendly, but didn’t brief us on information such as where is the trash bin, what is the WiFi password. Restroom was old but relatively clean. There’s only one valve in the showers so all you get is lukewarm water. Not good on a cool or cold day. Some of the long term people have too many dogs, one had 6 little yippers, kind of annoying. And I’m not against dogs

        • Ben T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area
          Sep. 30, 2024

          Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area

          Wonderful campground

          Right next to a huge reserve for fishing and boating. Campsites are very spaced out. We had 30 amp electric but no water on the campsite. Wasn't a problem for us we just filled our water tank. Bathrooms and showers were very clean. Look forward to coming back

        • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dam East - Mcnair Campground
          Sep. 28, 2024

          Dam East - Mcnair Campground

          Location Great for Travel

          McNair ACE: Tate 4 for cleanliness and stopover location for travels on nearby highway. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

          (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

          Overall Rating: 4 Price 2024: $ 9w interagency pass Security: no Usage during visit: 1/3 Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: no Site Spacing: closer Pad surface: blacktop Reservations: Required Campground Noise: No Outside Road Noise: no Through Traffic in campground: no Electric Hookup: yes Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: yes Potable Water Available: At site Bathroom: Nice flush Showers: small private Cell Service (AT&T): 2-3 bars Setting: near lake Recent Weather: 80s Insects: no Host: yes Rig Size: large Sites: Outside sites are by far the best. 16,17,18 are favorites .

        • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dam East Recreation Area
          Sep. 28, 2024

          Dam East Recreation Area

          GREAT LOCATION for STOPOVER

          East Dam ACE, IL: Not an interesting view from here, but well maintained campground . Quiet.
          (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

          (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

          Overall Rating: 4 for cleanliness and location for travels on nearby highway. Spillway is not particularly pretty. Price 2024: $9 w interagency pass Security: No gate Usage during visit: 60% during the week Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: No Site Spacing: Good Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: Required. Can be made upon arrival through rec.gov Campground Noise: Quiet Outside Road Noise: No Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: Yes Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: At nearby ACE campground Potable Water Available: At site Bathroom: In adjacent day use area Showers: No. Nearby - check w host. Pull Throughs: Some Cell Service (AT&T): 2 bars Setting: along Kaskasia River/ spillway Recent Weather: 80s Insects: no Host: yes Rig Size: large Sites: Some sites are along the spillway.

        • KThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
          Sep. 9, 2024

          St. Francois State Park Campground

          Peaceful

          I stayed from 9/4/24-9/8/24. I stayed in the primitive campground. It was very quiet and peaceful. My site was close to the camp host and the shower house. Shower house was nice with 4 separate showers with locking doors. Water pressure was great and they were clean. There is a handicap shower unit as well that had a bench and hooks and a shelf to keep your things dry. The bathrooms were separate from the showers with 4 locking stalls. These too were kept clean and toilet paper was always full. Four sinks and mirrors and one outlet close to the sinks for hairdryer etc. The grounds were clean and grass was nicely cut. My campsite had a picnic table a campfire with grill grate and a light post to hang a lantern. The camp host were very friendly and drove around often on golf carts to make sure ppl were ok or needed anything. There was a place to fill your bottled water containers. The checkin office sold ice, campfire wood and a variety of ice creams, stickers and t shirts and sweatshirts. The park has trailheads to hike and an equestrian area. River access for swimming and fishing. There is a separate area with electrical sites and also handicap sites in the electrical and primitive campgrounds. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will be returning often.

        • Cecilia
          Camper-submitted photo from Pine Hills
          Aug. 15, 2024

          Pine Hills

          Very nice

          Very quiet and secluded. Campsites are roomy and some firewood is supplied.

        • Scott B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Campground
          Jul. 22, 2024

          Hilltop Campground

          Nice stop

          Stopped here for the night driving through the area. Nice campground, clean, safe, and right off the interstate.

        • E
          Camper-submitted photo from St. Francois State Park Campground
          Jun. 16, 2024

          St. Francois State Park Campground

          RV campsites

          Awesome place to camp. Bummed the sites didn’t have their own water hookups. Staff is super kind. Quiet time is at 10pm and fellow campers are certain to enforce that rule but that’s unfortunate for those of us who still want to listen to music and sit by the fire. Overall great camping spot!

        • Wil V.
          Camper-submitted photo from Benton KOA
          May. 30, 2024

          Benton KOA

          Loud

          1 side is directly on the freeway VERY loud, the other is in between the sewer treatment plant and municipal airport. If you're a light sleeper might want to stay away Full video review on YouTube https://youtu.be/QpuNpA7UVZI

        • William  Y.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area
          May. 30, 2024

          Illini Campground — Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area

          Wonderful surprise

          Arrived just after a terrible storm so parts of the park were closed for clean up. The parts that were open were all cleaned up, spacious sites, easy access, with fantastic hosts. An absolutely beautiful evening in gorgeous surroundings…we’ll be back and so glad we stumbled upon this place. Didn’t use the showers so can’t report on the facilities….

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from South Marcum Campground
          May. 13, 2024

          South Marcum Campground

          Great Campground

          Only $26 a night for full-hookups is amazing. Cell service for AT&T is marginal at 2 bars LTE. Only issue that I have is that site 49 is very hard to get level in, make sure that you bring extra leveling blocks if possible


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        Guide to Percy

        Tent camping near Percy, Illinois offers a variety of scenic locations and amenities for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

        Tips for Tent Camping Near Percy

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        Unique Features of Campgrounds Near Percy

        • The Spillway Group Area provides electric hookups and water hookups, making it suitable for those who want a bit more comfort while camping.
        • For a more rustic experience, Backpack Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park offers primitive sites with access to trails and a tranquil atmosphere.
        • Mandolin Grove allows pets and features picnic tables, making it a great choice for those traveling with furry friends.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Percy, IL?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Percy, IL is Turkey Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 16 reviews.

        • What is the best site to find tent camping near Percy, IL?

          TheDyrt.com has all 7 tent camping locations near Percy, IL, with real photos and reviews from campers.