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Camelot Campground Quad Cities USA features a designated dog park where pets can run freely while camping in Silvis. The fenced area provides enough space for dogs to exercise after traveling. Pets are welcome at multiple campgrounds in the area including Fishermans Corner on the Mississippi River, Illiniwek Campground, and Geneseo Campground. Most sites require pets to remain on leash when outside designated exercise areas. Campers report the dog park at Camelot is clean with sufficient room for dogs to run despite not being particularly large. Full-hookup RV sites accommodate travelers with pets at most locations, while Camelot also offers pet-friendly cabin options. Campgrounds typically provide trash receptacles for pet waste disposal and maintain policies requiring owners to clean up after their animals.
Hiking trails near Illiniwek Campground provide excellent opportunities for dog walking with scenic river views. The nearby Mississippi River access points allow dogs to cool off during summer months when temperatures frequently reach the 80s and 90s. Geneseo Campground maintains gravel camping pads that stay relatively mud-free during wet weather, making it easier to keep pets clean. The campground has full hook-ups, pull-through sites, and a dog park that provides a safe space for pets to exercise off-leash. Most campgrounds in the area enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, particularly after 10pm. Local wildlife includes deer and waterfowl, requiring dogs to be supervised at all times. Veterinary services are available in nearby Davenport and Rock Island for emergency pet care.
"As with all the campgrounds along the Northern Illinois Great River Trail, it is along side Rt. 84, and railroad tracks."
"Bugs were not too bad when we were there (October) which was surprising as it was so close to the river and still warm. The after-hours check-in procedure was a little confusing."
from $14 - $26 / night
Check Availability"Very nice walk around the lake, dog park was not large, but clean with enough room to run. There were much nicer spots, but we had all we needed for one night."
"Close to stores, and resturants. A casino close by."
"The campground is also right next to a biking trail. There was public and private bathrooms. The private ones were only accessible to campers that received a key from the park office."
"There is a section of the campground where you can camp right on the edge of the Mississippi River which is nice, but you must deal with people fishing the entire time."
"They warned me ahead of time that GPS would navigate me under a 10 ft bridge and gave me directions around it!! They have a dog park, bathroom, propane, and trash. Very nice place"
"will be surrounded by."
from $40 - $95 / night
Check Availability"One of the 6 campgrounds that you will have to choose from here at Scott County Park, Bald Eagle CG & Cabins is one that is more geared for the RV driving and trailer toting tribes as each site has"
"Enjoyed almost 2 weeks at West Lake Park, part of the Scott County, IA park system. Helpful staff, park rangers make daily patrols, nice spots, many with shade trees & decent room."
from $17 - $36 / night
Check Availability"The host is on site plus a park ranger was frequently driving around to check on things. We were there on Labor Day weekend and everyone quieted down in the evening."
"There are 13 non-electric tent sites that are in a grassy area towards the back of the campground with two pit toilets located nearby."
from $27 / night
Check Availability"It goes without saying that the best sites are those located right in front of the Rock River."
"CG has new septic lines and walking paths! Sites have upgraded lanes, pads."
"Sites offer: tables, fire rings, hard drive through pads, electric, water, showers/RR, play areas, horse shoes, trails, and 2 cabins adjacent to CG. Overflow/visitor parking."
from $17 - $36 / night
Check Availability"Easy on off from highway, cute little place but still fit a big rig towing a trailer. DoorDash in area is convenient. 50 ⚡️💩👍💧👍"
"It’s a bit noisy due to the nearness to the interstate."
"It was on the pond, very quiet and away from a lot of the activities...which was fine for me. The regular sites look nice as well. Lots to do...pool, mini-gold, volleyball, etc."
"Access to a lake with paddle boats and kayaks available. Swimming pool and a great camp store."
ScoutGravel pad for one night. Didn’t use facilities, pool was closed for the season. Very nice walk around the lake, dog park was not large, but clean with enough room to run. There were much nicer spots, but we had all we needed for one night.
LegendCG offers gravel pads, tables, fire rings, electric, sump station, water, small pond with fishing, paddling, dog park. Close to stores for supplies, dining, fuel.
LegendThis overnight access is a small town in itself. This site offers not only the basic communities and needs of fuel, including EV, charging stations, but auto parts, showers, dentist, Chiropractic, care, gifts, dog park, and is right next to the I 80 trucking museum. Good lighting in the overnight spots which has room for long RVs.
LegendCG lies within Maquoketa and is seasonal. Has pond for fishing, shelter, dog park, playset, disc golf course. Sites are pulling, have electric and fire pits. Camp supplies including wood in nearby stores. Prairie Creek runs along south of CG.
LegendI suggest this site only if you need to get off the road for an overnight stay. Very few amenities, all but a few spots appear to be full-time RV living onsite, has nice playground, gazebo, dog park (small), lake is small but appears well kept, electric/water/septic onsite.
ScoutGreat campground. Has full hook ups, and pull through sites. Hosts are very responsive to texts if you need anything. They warned me ahead of time that GPS would navigate me under a 10 ft bridge and gave me directions around it!! They have a dog park, bathroom, propane, and trash. Very nice place
LegendThis is an incredibly quaint, somewhat out-of-the-way (in a very good way) location that will treat you to a heavy dose of isolation and privacy wherein you’ll feel completely blessed by the nature you will be surrounded by. This incredibly friendly (pet-friendly as well BTW) operation does an excellent job in how it is set up, offering up a few distinct loops that are ear-marked pretty much exclusively for the wheel-toting camping variety (think RVs, rigs, trailers and 5th wheels) providing 59 pull-thru and 12 back-in slots, while also offering up a discreet space flanked towards the front of the property that is simply perfect for mi tent pitchin’ bredren, which is surrounded by mature Oaks. And, just in case you either forgot your tent or RV, Geneseo Campground has 4 super comfy cabins (each sleeps 4 and come with A/C) or an amazing yurt that sleeps 8 that they’ll gladly rent you.
From an amenities standpoint, there’s an amazing kid’s playground, well-stocked camp store, propane refueling station, kayak & canoe rental, gas grill rental, e-bike, pedal carts & fat tire bike rental, full and partial hook-ups offering 30 / 50 electric amp, water & sewage hook-ups. There’s also a meeting room, WiFi everywhere, enclosed dog park, firewood & ice for sale, arcade games, RV dump station, coin-operated washers & dryers / laundr-O-mat, excellent showers & bathrooms, direct access to the Hennepin Canal and don’t forget the 60 or so miles worth of hiking trails!
This place is spacious, very well organized, incredibly clean all the while within a short 10 minute drive into nearby Geneseo, which quite frankly, is one of the most idyllic small towns you’ll come across anywhere in Illinois that is both convivial and provincial, but also quite emblematic of a typical Norman Rockwell painting. What I loved most about this place is that while it doesn’t offer up EVERYTHING that you might be looking for while camping, you only need to head due south to Izaak Walton Park (further south of this spot) or to Geneseo Prairie Park, both of which offer up amazing hiking trails as well as good launch spots to access the Hennepin Canal via kayak and canoe.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you’re reeling, you should expect to catch blue gill, catfish, bass and crappie, and while you can throw your line from the Geneseo Campground property, I would highly recommend you cross the canal to Izaak Walton Park on its east side where there’s a large open canal / lake to cast in; (2) While there’s tons of hiking trails, you don’t want to forget your bikes – there’s 72 miles of biking trails as well as miles and miles of nicely paved empty country roads to pedal on; (3) Maybe you have a kayak or canoe, but in the case you don’t, do yourself a favor and rent one from the good people at Geneseo Campground in which to explore the Hennepin Canal - trust me, you won't be disappointed; and (4) Should you grow weary of eating franks & beans again from your campsite and want to try out some local cuisine, then get yourself over to nearby Geneseo where you can dine out at The Cellar, Sweet Peas Grill & Bar or Geneseo Brewing Company.
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ScoutMy Husband were traveling to Montana and this campground was right off the freeway. The grounds are well maintained and the hosts were amazing. They helped you get to your site and get lined up. All sites are pull thru with full hookups. The grounds have lots of mature trees so shade is plenty. There is a very large area to walk your dogs and they have centrally located pet disposal can. They have a pond which was nice to walk the dogs around. I liked that the campground was quiet as we went to bed early in order to get an early start the next day. Keep in mind there are no showers which for us wasn’t an issue but some people might not have that option. We will use them again for sure!!
LegendThis CG is a full service CG for RVs with community buildings, gravel road lanes, pet friendly, and lake access for fishing, paddling and swimming.
Quad Cities camping areas offer a mix of Mississippi River access and forest preserves near Silvis, Illinois. Summer temperatures typically range from 80-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall provide milder conditions for outdoor activities. Many campgrounds remain open from April through October, with some offering year-round accommodations for RVs and cabin rentals.
Fishing access points: Fishermans Corner provides direct Mississippi River access for anglers seeking catfish, bass and crappie. "Sites are shaded, with services, fire pits, wood available, site volunteer. Access along river for fishing," notes James M., adding that the railroad nearby "can be loud."
Biking trails: The Great River Trail runs alongside Illiniwek Campground, connecting multiple river towns. "CG has both RV and tent sites, playgrounds, volleyball, restrooms, shelters, open spaces, and fishing/boating/paddling along Mississippi River," according to James M. The trail extends north to Savanna and south through the Quad Cities.
Boating opportunities: Lundeens Landing offers river access with boat rentals and docks. "Great river access! Sunset is beautiful. I will definitely be coming back," writes Carlos S. The campground provides kayak rentals and shuttle service for paddlers exploring the Rock River.
Canal recreation: Hennepin Canal at Geneseo Campground offers kayaking and canoeing on calm waters. "Right on the Hennepin Canal. Not far from town," says Ann C., noting it's "nice for relaxing and enjoying a camp fire." The canal provides 72 miles of biking trails plus fishing opportunities for blue gill and bass.
Clean facilities: Camelot Campground Quad Cities USA maintains well-kept bathrooms and grounds. "Facilities were well maintained and the staff was great! Traveling with 3 younger kids and they enjoyed all the activities," reports Dan B. The campground features both full-hookup RV sites and pet-friendly cabin options.
River views: Several campsites at Buffalo Shores County Park face directly onto the Mississippi. "Short walk to the beach. All sites are 50 and 30 you just show up pick a spot and go to the office," explains Matthew K. The campground offers "amazing campground" conditions with "nice sized playground for kids."
Seasonal activities: Park Terrace Campground offers multiple lakes for recreation. "Park has many amenities: 4 recently retired fishing and paddling lakes with seasonal swimming beach and concessions, disc golf, new hiking trails, shelters, playgrounds," says James M. The park maintains a disc golf course that locals consider "world-class."
Reasonable rates: Budget-conscious campers appreciate the value at several area campgrounds. "Nice spot on the Mississippi" with sites that have "decent spacing," notes Dave N. about Illiniwek, adding it's "quite nice for the cost" with sites around $25 per night for water and electric hookups.
Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate April through October. "The tent sites are nicely tucked away from the RVs, with a row of bushes to separate you from your neighbor. Nice shade," reports Jackie S. about Geneseo Campground, which is open April 1 to October 31.
Train noise: Railroad tracks run near several riverfront campgrounds. "You are right on the Mississippi and that ain't nothing to sneeze at... You are near the train tracks but the noise is barely discernible," explains Allie F. about Illiniwek Campground. Sites farther from the tracks offer quieter conditions.
Site spacing variations: Site density differs significantly between campgrounds. "The sites are a little too close together for our liking," notes Lee D. about Fishermans Corner, while another camper mentioned "there is a section of the campground where you can camp right on the edge of the Mississippi River which is nice."
Weather considerations: Storms can affect camping conditions quickly. "While we were staying here a wind storm came through and knocked down a tree right behind our camper. Luckily it fell away from our camper and there was no damage," reports M E. about their Illiniwek stay, noting staff quickly cleared fallen trees.
Playground access: Bald Eagle Campground offers extensive recreation areas for children. "Scott County Park has been the standard from which I judge all other campgrounds... We played a lot on the playground there and rode our bikes wherever," writes Seth N., adding that the park includes "a public pool as well."
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer water recreation for hot summer days. "The pool was open while we were there but we did not partake. It was really hot out so the pool was packed!" notes M E., describing how Park Terrace has "2 water slides and a small child area fashioned similar to a splash park."
Kid-friendly activities: Planned events keep younger campers engaged. "The campground had firewood for sale and a nice playground for kids. The campground is also right next to a biking trail," writes a reviewer about Illiniwek, which offers easy bicycle access along the riverfront.
Historical attractions: Walnut Grove Pioneer Village near Bald Eagle Campground provides educational opportunities. "Pioneer village if you've never been was the absolute bees knees as a kid to go to, especially since you can hike to get there! I loved climbing around in the train cars, eating icecream/candy canes, and watching the blacksmith work," shares Seth N.
Site selection strategy: RVers recommend calling ahead for specific sites at Fishermans Corner. "Some sites are right on the river w/ views - worth it to try to get those," advises Sarah C., noting their "spot was last min and just a short walk from river - still beautiful." The campground provides "good electric" with "2 dump stations so no congestion."
Hook-up configurations: Water connections vary by season and campground. "Gravel lanes, roads pads, appears to have annual residence, campground office, pool is clean," reports James M. about Interstate RV Park, adding sites include "tables, water, electric, though need updating."
Pull-through availability: Larger rigs need specific site types. "Sites include sites with service, fire rings, shower houses/rr, play areas, shelter for rent, river access for boating/paddling/fishing," notes James M. about Illiniwek. Many campgrounds offer pull-through sites with concrete pads specifically designed for easier RV access.
Power options: Most campgrounds provide 30-amp service, while some offer 50-amp connections. "Site 40 had an electric hookup site with a generous sized level concrete pad, picnic table, and fire grate," writes Lee D., adding "the sites are a little too close together for our liking" but noting the electric service was reliable during their stay.
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