Best Cabin Camping near Sumner, IL

Several cabin accommodations exist in the Sumner, Illinois region, including Red Hills State Park and Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area. Both locations offer cabin rentals with electrical service, though amenities vary by location. Red Hills cabins feature picnic tables and nearby access to the lake, while Sam Parr cabins provide concrete pads that extend to the fire ring area. Most cabins include basic furnishings with varying levels of kitchen facilities. Bathrooms are typically located in central facilities rather than inside individual cabins. A review mentioned that "the cabins at Ouabache Trails County Park are fantastic" with good trail access and dog-friendly policies.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Harmonie State Park Campground and Casey KOA provide cabin options with different comfort levels, from basic sleeping quarters to more furnished accommodations. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer months. Pet policies vary significantly, with some locations like Ouabache Trails County Park allowing dogs in cabins while others restrict pets to outdoor areas only. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "We've tent camped and stayed in the cabins, both were good, pretty close to your neighbors though."

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities range from basic fire rings with picnic tables to more equipped options at locations like Spring Creek Campground and Camp Lakewood. Some cabins offer water hookups nearby, though not necessarily inside the cabin itself. Several campgrounds provide on-site markets, including Ouabache Trails County Park and Shakamak State Park, offering basic supplies. At locations without markets, visitors should plan to bring all necessary supplies or purchase them in nearby towns before arrival.

Best Cabin Sites Near Sumner, Illinois (18)

    1. Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

    9 Reviews
    Sumner, IL
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 936-2469

    "Lots of trails it seems. Lake is nice sized but not too big. Wish the restaurant was open, but told it may be next Spring."

    "We absolutely love this state park. We have three medium size dogs that go with us we have plenty of space at our campsite that is big enough for them. The campsites are clean with electric hook ups."

    2. Ouabache Trails County Park

    10 Reviews
    Vincennes, IN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 882-4316

    "This is a very nice campground just outside of Vincennes. Love the camp ground, does have electricity and water. Very shaded. Also has cabin rentals that are fantastic. Lots of trails to walk."

    "We have stayed here three times in the last year and have required extra space/accommodations to bring a wheelchair-bound family member to our campsite."

    3. Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    8 Reviews
    Newton, IL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 783-2661

    "we love this park as it reminds us of some of Indiana state parks with a huge lake, horseback riding, lots of trails to explore and beautiful wildlife. pet friendly and lots to do for all ages."

    "The park superintendent was so polite and helpful. He even told us where they had been stacking wood from clearing out some trees near the campground and encouraged us to use all we need."

    4. Harmonie State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    New Harmony, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 682-4821

    $20 - $30 / night

    "I chose site 39 and it was close to level. Well spaced.Vault toilets and bathhouses. Only lower camp area bathhouse open before summer.Garbage bin overflowing. Fire pit, table, electric. Playgrounds."

    "This is a huge state park! There are lots and lots of campsites in this state park bordering the Wabash River. Sites are divided into smallish areas some for tents, some for RVs and some mixed."

    5. Shakamak State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Jasonville, IN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 665-2158

    $19 - $1200 / night

    "They have pull spaces for large motor homes with 50 Amp electric. They also have several nice shower houses and plenty of dumpsters for dumping trash."

    "This is just a beautiful Indiana State Park located near the small community of Jasonville, Indiana which offers simple dining, grocery store, hardware store and fuel."

    6. Spring Creek Campground

    13 Reviews
    Neoga, IL
    42 miles
    +1 (217) 821-2181

    $15 - $25 / night

    "Wonderful private campground surround by woods, an open field and a small pond. There is a small playground, covered patio, bathrooms with showers and plenty of lawn space!"

    "Shower house is nice. Nice playground in the shade next to a pavilion. Nice mix of shaded and sunny sites. Cabin onsite also."

    7. Camp Lakewood

    17 Reviews
    Effingham, IL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 342-1111

    $35 - $999 / night

    "Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake."

    "The sun sets behind the camper. Very nice clean restrooms, laundry room and a area you can grill in using their grills."

    8. Fox Ridge State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Charleston, IL
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 345-6416

    $20 / night

    "There are good campsite for both RVs and tent camping with clean restrooms and shower house. The park and trails are usually busy since the park is near the Eastern Illinois University."

    "It took a bit of maneuvering to get into our site, due to the trees on each side of the site, but once we got in, we were really happy with the space and privacy. "

    9. Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    Kinmundy, IL
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 547-3381

    "Most of the sites are large and a good distance from the next one. Shower house is alright. The store/restaurant has been closed for a year or two now because of the Illinois budget."

    "It's a small campground that offers a playground,bathhouse, hiking trails, and a small swimming area. There is easy access walking down to the marina. With small towns close to this state park."

    10. Grayville KOA Grayville IL

    2 Reviews
    New Harmony, IN
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 375-0310

    $58 - $68 / night

    "We stayed here on the way to and on the way home from The Kentucky Bourbon Trail."

    "Decent WIFi. Big campsites. It has a restaurant near the office that is open to the public."

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Cabin Reviews near Sumner, IL

169 Reviews of 18 Sumner Campgrounds


  • D
    Jun. 20, 2016

    Ouabache Trails County Park

    Great trails!

    This is a very nice campground just outside of Vincennes. Love the camp ground, does have electricity and water. Very shaded. Also has cabin rentals that are fantastic. Lots of trails to walk. Dog friendly.

  • A
    May. 9, 2022

    Spring Creek Campground

    Quiet, serene spot

    Wonderful private campground surround by woods, an open field and a small pond. There is a small playground, covered patio, bathrooms with showers and plenty of lawn space! Pet friendly and looks very ADA accessible, I had a great time spending one night here with my dog. $15 for tent/primitive camping, $25 for electric!

  • Debra M.
    Mar. 23, 2021

    Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground

    Many lakeside sites, extra long drives for boat trailers, quiet and scenic

    Rend Lake is a large COE recreation area with 4 campgrounds, some with full hook ups for $28 a night, two dams, 2 beaches, several boat launches, a marina, golf course and a restaurant.  Not all facilities were open when we visited in March.  Hiking and biking trails and close to town for gas and bait.  Each site has a stone picnic table and fire ring.  Showers, bathrooms and  playgrounds in multiple places and convenient locations.  Some sites do have steep grade, originally booked Bluejay 48 and moved.

    https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233504?tab=seasons

  • Robin M.
    Sep. 18, 2016

    Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Nice place

    we love this park as it reminds us of some of Indiana state parks with a huge lake, horseback riding, lots of trails to explore and beautiful wildlife. pet friendly and lots to do for all ages.

  • Dusti M.
    Mar. 7, 2022

    Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area

    Amazing hospitality

    We stayed there for one night. The park superintendent was so polite and helpful. He even told us where they had been stacking wood from clearing out some trees near the campground and encouraged us to use all we need. Very clean pit toilets. Very good fire pits with cooking grates. Every spot has a picnic table and trash can. Very nice close walk to the north boat launch from the campground. Well kept cleared trails. Very nice and well maintained playground in the middle of the campground. Great views of the lake. 4 bars on Verizon.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Camp Lakewood

    Nice campground

    Booked a overnight stay while traveling through the area. Nice set up, but lots are tight with winding roads to sites. Many sites overlook small lake. Must be nice in summer and fall when leaves are on trees. Full hook up on lots but no cable. Park has nice store and commons area with games. A pizza place is operating on site. Had pizza and wings that were good. Enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly

  • Josh S.
    Aug. 27, 2018

    Shakamak State Park Campground

    Great campground. Large park.

    Great place to camp. They have pull spaces for large motor homes with 50 Amp electric. They also have several nice shower houses and plenty of dumpsters for dumping trash. Each site includes a fire pit, electric, and picknick table. Online reservations was a breeze. The only negative is the main parts of the park are a good distance from the camping. The pool is wonderful and many trails to explore.

  • Chad K.
    Sep. 18, 2016

    Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area

    Nice SP

    This state park is a basic but nice state park facility, The tent sites were basic but fairly level and clean. Most of the sites had fire pits and picnic table. The bathrooms were big and clean, At the time of our visit it was raining so we didn't get a chance to explore much but its someplace we will come back to.

  • Michael M.
    Oct. 6, 2017

    Fox Ridge State Park Campground

    Great Hiking and Quiet Camping

    I have been here hiking many times but camped only 1 time in July of 2017. There are good campsite for both RVs and tent camping with clean restrooms and shower house. The park and trails are usually busy since the park is near the Eastern Illinois University. The no-drinking campground prevents many noisy student campouts. The hiking trails are some of the best in the state because the glaciers dropped of mountains of soil in the area where this park is located. The surrounding farm land is flat as can be, but the forested hills and creek beds in the park are almost mountainous. Bring everything you need for the weekend with you, there are no businesses close to the park. This is a great place for day hiking and a weekend getaway.


Guide to Sumner

Camping cabins in the Sumner, Illinois region offer access to the Embarras and Wabash river valleys, with an average elevation of 515 feet above sea level. The area features a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons, making cabin camping viable year-round though most visitors prefer spring through fall. Winter cabin camping requires preparation for temperatures that regularly drop below freezing, with January averaging 18°F lows.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Fox Ridge State Park Campground features excellent bass fishing in multiple ponds throughout the 2,000-acre park. "Great walking woods. but the restaurant is awesome. plenty of fish in the lake," notes a visitor to Red Hills Lake State Park, which allows electric motors only on its 40-acre lake.

Hiking trails: Multiple trail systems exist near cabin accommodations. Fox Ridge offers some of the most varied terrain in the region despite being surrounded by flat farmland. "The hiking trails are some of the best in the state because the glaciers dropped off mountains of soil in the area where this park is located. The surrounding farm land is flat as can be, but the forested hills and creek beds in the park are almost mountainous," according to a camper.

Swimming access: Harmonie State Park Campground features an Olympic-sized pool with water slides and a separate baby pool with shade awning, open during summer months. "Great place to camp. They have a swimming pool... has water slide, diving boards, separate baby pool with shade awning, and concessions," reports a visitor.

What campers like

Spacious sites: The camping cabins at Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area offer well-designed concrete pads. A recent visitor noted, "Love the sites at Sam Parr. Only 33 sites overall (only 1st 10 reservable) but sites are quite large & all have very level concrete pads. Didn't even have to put out our big rug @ the door because concrete extends all the way to the fire pit & picnic table."

Clean facilities: Camp Lakewood maintains high standards for their shower and bathroom facilities near cabin rentals. "Everything is super clean here, staff is friendly. There is laundry on site and the showers are some of the cleanest I've seen," mentioned a camper who stayed at their cabin accommodations.

Wildlife viewing: Stephen A. Forbes State Park provides cabin campers with ample wildlife viewing opportunities. "Lots of squirrels for the dogs to chase and lots of wood in & around the campground," reports one visitor, while another mentions the "beautiful wildlife" as a highlight of their stay.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Peak season cabin reservations fill quickly, especially for holiday weekends. At Shakamak State Park Campground, one visitor noted about their Halloween weekend: "Apparently that weekend has to be reserved the day reservations open for it."

Connectivity limitations: Cell service varies significantly between cabin locations. At Sam Parr, a camper reported "4 bars on Verizon" while Stephen A. Forbes cabins offer "very little cell service so it is a great place to be unplugged and enjoy time with friends and family."

Seasonal availability: Winter cabin camping options are limited. Spring Creek Campground provides year-round cabin access but with reduced amenities during winter. "We stayed there for one night. The park superintendent was so polite and helpful. He even told us where they had been stacking wood from clearing out some trees near the campground and encouraged us to use all we need," reports a visitor.

Tips for camping with families

Playground facilities: Multiple cabin locations offer designated play areas. "Very nice and well maintained playground in the middle of the campground," reports a visitor to Sam Parr, while another at Ouabache Trails County Park mentions "There are two different play areas as well."

Entertainment options: Ouabache Trails County Park provides family-friendly cabins with nearby attractions. "Oubache is super close to home and a regular spot that I take my 3 kiddos to hike and play on the different playgrounds! It is also adjacent to Fort Knox II for any history buffs as well!"

Special accommodations: Some cabin locations provide special accessibility options. At Ouabache Trails County Park, "The campground hosts do a great job of accommodating special needs. We have stayed here three times in the last year and have required extra space/accommodations to bring a wheelchair-bound family member to our campsite."

Tips from RVers

Hookup considerations: Many cabin areas share infrastructure with RV sites, allowing comparison between options. At Fox Ridge, a visitor notes, "2000 acres of lush park. Good paved road, big sites, but unfortunately all back in sites. No pull throughs. After unhooking our car, here was plenty of room for our 31 ft motorhome, slide, awning and all."

Site selection strategy: Experienced RVers recommend specific cabin and site numbers based on reviews. At Camp Lakewood, "We reserved a spot on the waterfront this time #2," notes a repeat visitor, while another advises, "Beautiful view from site 19! My son came to fish so make sure your site isn't on a hill where you can't fish from the site."

Seasonal considerations: Cabin rentals during shoulder seasons offer different experiences. A Fox Ridge camper explained, "We came in on a Saturday in June and have available sites. $20 per night isn't bad for a nice campground with nice showers and facilities."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Sumner, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Sumner, IL is Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.

What is the best site to find cabin camping near Sumner, IL?

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