Best Cabin Camping near Sesser, IL

Cabin accommodations near Sesser include rustic and furnished options at several lakeside campgrounds. Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground offers cabin rentals with access to Rend Lake for fishing, hiking, and boating activities. Gun Creek and South Marcum Campground also provide cabin options with varying amenities, typically including electricity and basic furnishings. Most cabins feature picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor meals. "The cabins are clean, good flat spot for tent, picnic table and fire pit with attached grill," noted one visitor about Washington County State Recreation Area.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Whittington Woods Campground and Benton KOA maintain year-round cabin rentals, while other locations like Arrowhead Lake Campground operate seasonally from February to November. Pet policies vary by location, with most campgrounds allowing pets in designated cabins. According to one visitor at Washington County State Recreation Area, "It is overcrowded all through the week in the RV area with no great views of the lake, sadly. Two cabins but overpriced due to no running water or nearby toilet but more private and great lake views."

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cabin rentals typically have limited kitchen facilities, so guests should plan to bring cooking supplies and food. Some locations like Archway RV Park offer more furnished cabin options with additional amenities. Rend Lake cabins provide lake views and access to outdoor recreation, making them popular during summer months. Nearby towns provide grocery stores and supplies, though some campgrounds maintain small camp stores with essentials. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak summer season when lakeside cabins fill quickly.

Best Cabin Sites Near Sesser, Illinois (31)

    1. Gun Creek

    20 Reviews
    Whittington, IL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 724-2493

    $18 - $30 / night

    "There are sites with electric, water, and sewer. Several sites are right on Rend Lake. Most sites have concrete picnic tables and fire rings."

    "RV or tent, book online at Recreation.Gov not all spots are level. Electric on most but not all have water. Campfire area and picnic table provided."

    2. South Marcum Campground

    16 Reviews
    Benton, IL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 724-2493

    $16 - $44 / night

    "South Marcum Campground is a Corp of Engineers campground just of I-57 in southern Illinois with over 100 reservable campsites. Sites have 30 & 50 amp Electric hookups."

    "This is hands-down the nicest campground on Rend Lake."

    3. Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Whittington, IL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 629-2320

    "So I took a drive through the Class A campground just to see it. Here’s what I discovered: the primitive section is far removed from the Class A (by a mile or two). The Class A section is HUGE!"

    "Wayne Fitzgerald State Park is on Rend Lake, just off I-57 in Southern Illinois. It’s a great place for camping, fishing and bikes."

    4. Whittington Woods Campground

    12 Reviews
    Whittington, IL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 435-3401

    "Beautiful campground with mature trees providing lots of shade on the 100F weekend we were there. Gravel sites, level. A lot of common ground, shaded, picnic shelters."

    "This campground is beautiful with lots of gardens and potted plants at a lot of the campsites The host is very friendly, the pool is well maintained, they have a dog park The Host even led us to our"

    5. Benton KOA

    13 Reviews
    Benton, IL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 439-4860

    "T-Mobile worked well- issues connecting to site Wi-Fi- staff pleasant- clean- didn’t use showers- small camp store available"

    "The spaces were large and roomy. Showers and bathroom were very nice, too. We didn’t use any of the other amenities because we were just passing through."

    6. Rend Lake

    5 Reviews
    Whittington, IL
    5 miles
    Website

    "Hundreds of campsites, marinas with boat rentals, beaches and stores nearby in case you need something. This area is truly a southern Illinois gem!"

    "Large spacious sites, close to swimming beaches, although not walking distance. Tree covered and offer some privacy. Great place to meet with family and friends."

    7. Archway RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Mount Vernon, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 244-0399

    $60 / night

    "This is primarily a RV park near I-64 and on a highway. Noisy!! Bad noisy. Camp site was nice. Grassy, level, near a picnic shelter with tables. Shade trees. But only about 2-3 such sites."

    "Stores nearby. Just staying one night as we headed back home. No complaints! There are some cute vintage campers and tiny cottages for rent as well.

    Nice doggie park area fenced off too!!"

    8. North Marcum Day Use Area

    2 Reviews
    Rend Lake, IL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 724-2493

    "Just beautiful, the Corp of Engineering’s really take care of these camp grounds, very clean, most have new showers. Love it here, just wish I could stay all year round.🚴‍♀️🚣‍♀️🏊‍♂️"

    "This is an beautiful little beach on Rend lake. The lake is an important bird habitat making it a great place for my fellow bord watchers to go!"

    9. Washington County State Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    Nashville, IL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 327-3137

    "Showers ran cold at first but after a few mins it gets warmer! There were plenty of pit toliets through out the campground and trash cans."

    "This is a small lake management by the state of Illinois. The campground is usually not crowded, but some weekends do get busy. There is a shower/bathroom that was clean each time we were there."

    10. Arrowhead Lake Campground

    5 Reviews
    Johnston City, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 983-3535

    "Very clean, level sites, large lake with a well maintained walking trail. Lake side sites, wooded sites and regular sites in the middle. Water, 30 and 50 amp, shower house, small laundry facility."

    "Campground was nice and clean, has a beautiful walking trail, the camp host was nice. The restrooms and showers were super clean. Enjoyed our stay will definitely be back."

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Guide to Sesser

Cabin camping near Sesser, Illinois offers a serene escape into nature, with various campgrounds providing comfortable accommodations and a range of outdoor activities.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

  • At Gun Creek, guests can enjoy electric hookups and drinking water, making for a convenient stay.
  • Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park Campground features spacious sites with sewer hookups and picnic tables, perfect for family gatherings.
  • South Marcum Campground offers a market and firewood for sale, ensuring you have everything you need for a cozy cabin experience.

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Some prices for cabin camping range from $20 to $45

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Sesser, IL is Gun Creek with a 4.7-star rating from 20 reviews.

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