Best Glamping near Quincy, IL

Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes and Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park offer upscale glamping accommodations near Quincy, Illinois. Both locations feature resort-style camping options with premium amenities beyond traditional camping. Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes provides glamping units with comfortable bedding, climate control, and private outdoor spaces from April through mid-November. "Great for a family with kids of all ages. Very clean and there is always a campground employee around if you need help," notes one guest about the Pine Lakes location. Schuy-Rush Park also offers glamping accommodations with modern conveniences including electricity, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and proximity to water recreation on their scenic lake property.

Glamping guests at these locations enjoy access to swimming pools, water recreation areas, and organized activities throughout their stay. Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park features a water park, mini-golf course, and fishing ponds, creating a resort-like atmosphere for families seeking upscale outdoor experiences. The safari tents and premium glamping accommodations provide a comfortable base for exploring nearby attractions including Mark Twain State Park and historic sites related to the famous author. According to a camper, "While we were there, we heard the owner had gotten after a bunch of kids so I guess it's not the type of place you can let some of the older kids run around unattended." Most glamping sites require advance reservations, particularly during peak season from May through September, with some locations offering extended availability into fall.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Quincy, Illinois (6)

    1. Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area

    7 Reviews
    Monroe City, MO
    30 miles
    Website

    "Nice campground, mainly tenting but Eva are welcome. Grass sites, fire pit and picnic tables. Lake with free paddle boats(do need life preservers) and fish hatchery across the street."

    "Lake in Conservation Area. Doesn't offer much but it was a bit out of the way. Campground was free. Sites are close together. Some spots more shaded than others."

    2. Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    4 Reviews
    Mark Twain Lake, MO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 735-9422

    $20 - $299 / night

    "Great family location and for expanding children's knowledge"

    3. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes

    5 Reviews
    Pittsfield, IL
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 285-6719

    "The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm. Lake blow ups are included in price, but you must have a life vest. Bring your own to save money."

    4. Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    5 Reviews
    Stoutsville, MO
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 248-9980

    $14 - $27 / night

    "Super close to hiking trails and the shower house was clean. Mostly non RV people here which made it a bit quieter."

    "It’s quiet and secluded. Very clean and beautiful."

    5. Schuy

    2 Reviews
    Timewell, IL
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 322-6628

    "There are some hiking trails and pavilions and a softball field. There’s a stage they sometimes have plays and bands."

    "Friendly staff, clean restroom & showers. Will definitely stay here again."

    6. Great River Road Campground

    1 Review
    Clarksville, IL
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 734-2113
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23 Reviews of 6 Quincy Campgrounds


  • Matthew H.
    Oct. 19, 2021

    Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area

    Free camping at its finest

    Nice campground, mainly tenting but Eva are welcome. Grass sites, fire pit and picnic tables. Lake with free paddle boats(do need life preservers) and fish hatchery across the street. Free potable water and dump station behind ranger station. Generators are ok just make sure they are not too loud and try to if possible running them only when needed

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2021

    Great River Road Campground

    Good enough for an overnight

    No frills camping on the edge of the fairgrounds, there are campsites mostly for RV’s (full hook ups- 50 amp and 30 amp, and sites with sewer), and space for tents on the margins (might be why tent “sites” are free). The bathhouse was locked when I passed through, and no one was camping here, but there is an emergency number to call, so I guess if I had wanted to camp here I could have had someone come out and unlock the bathhouse for me. The town is a short walk away with a convenience store and not much else, but still cute. Don’t expect any privacy or shade here as there are no trees.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2020

    Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    Perfect location!

    Stayed in coyote campground. Super close to hiking trails and the shower house was clean. Mostly non RV people here which made it a bit quieter. Still close to all the action and not far from the historical stuff or the town of Florida. This campground looks a little more primitive but it does have cabins, primitive and full hookups. This would be my vote for when we come back here.

    Lots to do here but mostly just able to get away from the craziness. Hosts were great! Chatted with them for a bit and they are super experienced and very helpful. Positive is they are located right at the front.

    They are doing some work on some of the gravel pads so some sites are closed but it’s all for the better so no complaints.

  • Brian  E.
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Schuy

    Quiet, nice lake!

    Love this place, it’s quiet and peaceful. Not a lot to do but they are trying. Tent camping, RV and a few cabin rentals, boat docks too where you can bring your boat! There are some hiking trails and pavilions and a softball field. There’s a stage they sometimes have plays and bands. I would give it a 5 stars (it’s in my hometown) but they really need some kind of draw. One shower house and a small playground. It’s worth a stay if you are in the area. It’s clean and neat.

  • Cathy S.
    Sep. 28, 2020

    Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    Pricy but great fun

    I found the camping area to be tight but what a fun place to be. Being after Labor Day the water par was closed, but looked like fun. Mini golf was booming. They had nice pavilion areas for gatherings. There was also a large swimming pool. Several of the sites were for seasonal but were very well kept. The camping cabins looked nice. As you came into the resort there was a well equipped store and a huge banquet center. They had two good sized ponds for fishing. Amenities included cable and WiFi. Not wilderness camping but fun for kids.

  • E
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes

    Nice family fun but pricey.

    Great for a family with kids of all ages. The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm. Lake blow ups are included in price, but you must have a life vest. Bring your own to save money. Very clean and there is always a campground employee around if you need help. Well worth it if you plan ahead for the extra fees.

  • Bradley R.
    Oct. 31, 2024

    Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    Great off-season camping

    We visited twice in the off-season we loved the campground so much. It’s quiet and secluded. Very clean and beautiful.

  • Kelsie L.
    May. 30, 2018

    Coyote — Mark Twain State Park

    Beautiful Camping, Historic Education, Incredible Lake

    We camped at Mark Twain State Park for one night. We didn't go out on the lake, but agreed that we would love to come back here with a boat. The lake is huge - probably not a lake I personally would love to kayak in. The campgrounds were well kept and fairly secluded. Be sure to check out Mark Twain's Birthplace!

  • Laura
    Oct. 13, 2019

    Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park and The Water Zone

    Nice campground, bit overpriced

    Nice clean campground. We were in off season with pool being closed etc... thought prices were too high for not having any amenities. One bath house was very dirty. I told front desk and they said well it’s going to close soon for the winter. I still think they should keep it cleaned until it’s closed. We did like the nice rv sites though.


Guide to Quincy

Glamping options close to Quincy, Illinois range from state park accommodations to private campground facilities. Located in the western part of the state along the Mississippi River, the area offers camping opportunities with access to both forest and water recreation. Several campgrounds in the region provide year-round facilities, though many premium amenities operate seasonally from April through October due to the Midwest's variable climate.

What to do

Water recreation at Mark Twain Lake: Coyote Campground at Mark Twain State Park provides access to the 18,000-acre lake with opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. "Warm, clear, fresh water to swim in. Full of crystals and wildlife," notes Shawna N., who gave the campground five stars.

Hiking trails near campgrounds: Mark Twain State Park offers several hiking options connecting to camping areas. "Super close to hiking trails and the shower house was clean," shares Scott M. about Coyote Campground, adding that it's "not far from the historical stuff or the town of Florida."

Historical exploration: Visit Mark Twain's birthplace near the state park campgrounds. "Be sure to check out Mark Twain's Birthplace!" recommends Kelsie L., though she notes the "Twain Shrine has very limited hours" according to another camper at Coyote Campground.

What campers like

Free camping options: Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area offers no-cost camping with basic amenities. "Can't beat the price - FREE!" writes Ken about Hunnewell Lake. Another camper notes it has "free paddle boats (do need life preservers) and fish hatchery across the street. Free potable water and dump station behind ranger station."

Quiet off-season visits: Some campgrounds offer better experiences during less busy periods. "We visited twice in the off-season we loved the campground so much. It's quiet and secluded. Very clean and beautiful," shares Bradley R. about Coyote Campground at Mark Twain State Park.

Local lake access: Schuy-Rush Park provides a peaceful lake setting for visitors. "Love this place, it's quiet and peaceful. Not a lot to do but they are trying. Tent camping, RV and a few cabin rentals, boat docks too where you can bring your boat!" comments Brian E. about this campground south of Rushville.

What you should know

Site selection matters: Not all sites accommodate all camping setups. At Coyote Campground, "Some of the basic sites in the Coyote Loop are more suited to small pop-up trailers than tents—eg, site 45 does not have much room for a tent unless you want to set it up on gravel, while site 43 does," advises Bethany S.

Pest considerations: Be prepared for insects in warmer months. "Apparently ticks and chiggers are bad here. I did not hike because of this," warns a camper at Mark Twain State Park, suggesting appropriate repellents and protective clothing for summer camping.

Limited amenities at some locations: Great River Road Campground offers basic facilities. "No frills camping on the edge of the fairgrounds, there are campsites mostly for RV's (full hook ups- 50 amp and 30 amp, and sites with sewer), and space for tents on the margins," reports Annie C., noting "The bathhouse was locked when I passed through."

Tips for camping with families

Activity schedules: When glamping close to Quincy, Illinois at premium resorts, plan for downtime. "The activities are not all day, so plan on some campside entertainment before 10am and after 6pm," advises Ellyn P. about Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes, adding "Bring your own [life vest] to save money."

Supervision requirements: Different campgrounds have varying policies on children. A camper at Jellystone Park notes, "This is expensive but has a lot of activities. It is loud and busy on the weekend, which was expected," suggesting families should factor this into their planning.

Off-season benefits: Consider visiting family-oriented campgrounds during slower periods. "Came when all the water activities were closed for the season. Cannot wait to come back! Facilities very clean and family oriented. Very fun for kids," shares Nick W. about his experience at Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes.

Tips from RVers

Levelness challenges: At Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area, "The campground slopes toward the lake, so finding level ground is a challenge," reports Cathy C., adding that weekend stays might have fewer available spots.

Noise considerations: Be prepared for potential noise from other campers. "The rules about quiet time are not enforced and some idjit ran his loud generator until 1 am. We ended up moving away from him at 11:30," notes a camper at Hunnewell Lake, suggesting bringing earplugs or choosing more isolated sites when possible.

Cabin alternatives: For those seeking upscale glamping near Quincy without an RV, Mark Twain Lake Jellystone Park offers cabin options. "We camped in a couple of cabins years ago and weren't too fond of them. These were the older cabins in the back with the RVs. Very thin walled," shares Elisha P., suggesting requesting newer accommodations if available.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Quincy, IL is Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area with a 4-star rating from 7 reviews.

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