Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Rockford, IL

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Rockford, Illinois (73)

    1. Rock Cut State Park - Staghorn Campground

    78 Reviews
    Machesney Park, IL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 885-3311

    $12 - $50 / night

    "Rock cut is only about a 50 minute drive from the far burbs of Chicago. It’s situated a few miles outside of Rockford so if you’re into exploring old industrial river towns, this is a nice one."

    "It pays to drive through the camp ground and note a couple sites that you are interested in and then book your site at the entrance during walk in days. "

    2. Blackhawk Valley Campground

    9 Reviews
    Rockford, IL
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 671-1125

    "We had plans for a weekend in Rockford, but Rock Cut State Park was booked, and found this on Google maps.
    In business since 1966 and the care for it shows."

    "Although a 15 minute drive from the main highway, this campground makes it worth it. Beautiful green common areas and a creek with small Sandy area below."

    3. Lowden State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Oregon, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 732-6828

    $10 - $20 / night

    "I found spot 70 that was away from most of the others. We heard no main road noise but did hear people passing us by. Even though someone camped right across from me, we really didn't see each other."

    "I reserved site B38 for me and my small dog, Bob. It’s a tent only site in the main camping area, only $16 per night after fees."

    4. Hononegah Forest Preserve

    7 Reviews
    Rockton, IL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 877-6100

    $11 - $31 / night

    "The bulk of the primitive campsites are located on the western side of the campground near the river’s edge, while those sites offering up electric and closer access to running water are located mostly"

    "Hike trail (path rather) was a great little scenic walk. Was going to upload some photos but the app wouldn't allow me to."

    5. MacQueen Forest Preserve

    6 Reviews
    Kirkland, IL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 522-6254

    "You have to walk up to the sites. There's a wagon and a dolly to take your things.

    There isn't much in terms of hiking trails."

    "There is one wheelchair accessible tent site on a blacktop path in the forest canopy. This is a very primative campground with 1 set of Vault toilets."

    6. Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve

    7 Reviews
    Pecatonica, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 877-6100

    $15 - $25 / night

    "Outside Rockford ILL. I didnt stay, was just scouting. Hardly anyone here. Sites are close together. Has electric. $13 residents, $23 non reaidents. Pit toilets. Water."

    "This is a nice campground that winds around through some light woods. Campsites have electric hookups. There are certainly lots of picnic tables. We saw more than one per site."

    7. Sugar River Forest Preserve

    10 Reviews
    Durand, IL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 877-6100

    "There are very tall trees around the entire campground giving you some respite from the sun and the heat.  The bath house is easily within walking distance from anywhere in the campground. "

    "Last time we camped in site 65, next to the path to the playground & walk-in site parking which was busy."

    8. Thousand Trails Pine Country

    4 Reviews
    Belvidere, IL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "It is close to home and we start and finish the camping season here."

    "We did not end up signing up as we prefer to visit many more locations than they had listed."

    9. Holiday Acres Camping Resort

    5 Reviews
    Belvidere, IL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 547-7846

    $49 - $99 / night

    "Lots of people leaving bad reviews for silly little things. let me say first off this place is HUGE. plenty of room for the kids and the dogs and just a short walk from the kish. good fishing and friendly"

    10. Thomas Woods Campground

    17 Reviews
    Marengo, IL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (815) 338-6223

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Our site had the usual picnic table and a short walk to the restrooms and water. What we enjoyed the most was the variety of hiking trails."

    "While the highway riding was occasionally a bit harrowing, it was absolutely worth it for the beautiful views and camping here."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Rockford, IL is Rock Cut State Park - Staghorn Campground with a 4-star rating from 78 reviews.

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