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Best Campgrounds near Williamsville, IL

229 Reviews

Campgrounds near Williamsville, Illinois feature diverse options spread across the central Illinois prairie landscape. Springfield KOA in Rochester and The Double J Campground in Chatham are among the popular established campgrounds serving the area, offering varying levels of amenities for both tent and RV campers. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground provides lakeside camping experiences with options for tent sites, RV hookups, and even cabins. Several camping areas around Williamsville offer access to state parks and recreation areas, creating opportunities for nature enthusiasts to experience the region's waterways, forests, and prairie landscapes.

Camping access in central Illinois is relatively straightforward with most campgrounds designed for drive-in access on well-maintained roads. The camping season typically runs from April through October, with many campgrounds closing during winter months. Illinois State Fair Campground operates from April 1 to October 31, while facilities like Double J Campground remain open year-round. Electric hookups are common across most developed campgrounds, and water access is widely available. Reservations are recommended, especially during summer months and when major events occur in Springfield. A visitor noted, "We stayed here in order to visit Springfield, Illinois, and we really enjoyed this spot. The sites are a good size, the campground is easily accessible from the highway, and there are nice amenities."

The camping experience near Williamsville provides a mix of open prairie and forested settings with some water features. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground receives positive reviews for its lakeside relaxation options and fishing opportunities. Many campgrounds in the area feature shower facilities, picnic tables, and fire rings as standard amenities. Springfield KOA offers additional comforts like a camp store and recreational facilities. Campers appreciate the region for its relative tranquility and proximity to Springfield's historical attractions. One camper shared, "This location allowed overnight guests. It was quiet and not much road noise." While sites can get muddy after rain, the central Illinois location provides a convenient base for exploring Abraham Lincoln historic sites and state parks within a short drive.

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Best Camping Sites Near Williamsville, Illinois (51)

    1. Illinois State Fair Campground

    11 Reviews
    Sherman, IL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 782-1698

    $20 / night

    "Not too close to your neighbor. Take time to walk around the fairgrounds as they are pretty. The 4H building has a lovely garden out front."

    "$20 per night for a a pull behind RV on an electric/water site. $30 for a full hookup. Large clean bathrooms, dated but useable."

    2. The Double J Campground and RV Park

    19 Reviews
    Chatham, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 483-9998

    "We stayed here in order to visit Springfield, Illinois, and we really enjoyed this spot."

    "The campground is next to a large corn field that has recently been cut; I suspect during the growing/harvest season there may be dust and noise from equipment, and perhaps overspray from any chemicals"

    3. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-9208

    "These walk in sites check all the boxes.  At the western part of the RV loop, is a peninsula of primitive tent camping spots to choose from. "

    "Lots of trails, Lake Sangchris is very close by for fishing & kayaking. Quiet campground; great place to unwind."

    4. Riverside Park

    3 Reviews
    Sherman, IL
    6 miles
    +1 (217) 546-4103

    $20 - $50 / night

    "All RV/ camper sites are close to the bath and shower houses. We had electricity and water hookups and a picnic table available."

    "Lots of fun trails with great views! Most trails are accessible from the parking area. Good for pictures at sunrise and sunset!"

    5. Springfield KOA

    9 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-7002

    "Nice and quiet campground, we stay there during the Illinois State Fair every August and it is about 20 mins away from the fairgrounds."

    "Lots of wonderful signs directing you to the campground once you exit the interstate. Secluded. Quite. Not crowded, even when it's full."

    6. Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Rochester, IL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 498-9208

    "The primitive sites were perfectly quiet and away from others. Toilet was close and so was parking. I kind of miss tent camping!!!"

    "Bathrooms are basic and in the front of the camp loops so you have a walk if you stay in the back like I did.  Also, water is in the center of the loop so not very convenient. "

    7. Lincolns New Salem Historic Site Campground

    4 Reviews
    Petersburg, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 632-4003

    $10 - $30 / night

    "Not their fault but sites became a lake and couldn’t even step outside. Barely any AT&T service. Couldn’t use phone as hotspot at all."

    "I love to walk through all the old buildings and learn about Lincoln's way of life. They even had horses and a bull out in the pastures!"

    8. The Kampground

    1 Review
    Rochester, IL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 416-6464

    $20 - $50 / night

    9. Primitive Campground — Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

    21 Reviews
    Chandlerville, IL
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 452-7741

    $6 / night

    "Like the quite agricultural Illinois environment but suggest shopping for your needs prior to leaving larger cities as most of the few small towns are limited to a Bar and Dollar store."

    "From our cabin we walked grassy paths to a lovely bridge. Around the pond's perimeter are dispersed sites for tent-camping or possibly day-use."

    10. Lincoln's New Salem Park IL Historic Preservation Agency

    2 Reviews
    Petersburg, IL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 632-4000

    "Nor did we know there were hiking trails! The hiking trails are located on the road up the hill directly across from where you turn off of the highway to drive up to the village."

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  • L
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Friends Creek Campground

    Great campground

    Very nice small campground with well spaced sites. The bathrooms were very clean. The Macon County website is a bit wonky to navigate. The camp host is a jewel. Be aware that there are 50 amp sites and 30 amp sites. The 50 amp sites are more expensive. Would definitely return.

  • aThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Kamper Kompanion RV Park

    Perfect overnight stop.

    Just off the highway, but minimal noise. Clean. Well maintained. Pleasant staff. We had a long pull through, but there are a limited number of those.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 26, 2025

    Springfield KOA

    Spacious Green Grounds

    Springfield KOA is actually in Rochester, but it is only about 25 mins into Springfield and all the wonderful Lincoln historic sites. The campground is very nice, a lot of amenities for families like pool, little bikes, miniature golf and horseshoes. Shop has laundry, ice and oropane, there's free wifi. Sites have power and water, you have to go to dump station on the way out as there aren't individual sewers. But there is grass, picnic table and fire ring at every site, trees all around.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 30, 2025

    Friends Creek Campground

    Nice rural camping

    General: 40-site campground with three non-electric and the rest are either 30 or 50-amp electric. Several water spigots are sprinkled throughout the campground. 

    Site quality: All sites are gravel and level. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. The sites are spaced a decent amount of distance apart and with the many trees, it did not feel crowded, despite being almost full when we were there. 

    Bath/Shower: Very clean with soap, paper towels, and a shelf for toiletries. Did not use the shower but it looked clean as well. 

    Activities/Amenities: There are two well-marked and well-maintained trails plus a playground and basketball hoop. There is also a historic schoolhouse, and guided tours are available by calling. Before leaving the next morning, I enjoyed a walk on the two trails. There is a dump station and potable water.

    The campground was almost completely full on a Friday at the end of October yet very quiet.

  • B
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Pine Campground — Sand Ridge State Forest

    It's okay

    Stopped here overnight in late August. Only a few other campers on a Sunday so nice and quiet. Typical midwest tent camping on dirt, lots of mosquitoes, pit toilets.

  • John H.
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Waverly Lake City Park

    Nice little lake and camp ground

    I've stayed here a couple times now. Each time there has only been one other person. It's quiet and peaceful, however there's not much to do. As far as I know there's no running water. There are portable toilets that are kept clean. There's also a 4 consecutive day per month limit.

  • Aaron B.
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Sangchris Lake State Park Campground

    Lakeside Relaxation

    These walk in sites check all the boxes.  At the western part of the RV loop, is a peninsula of primitive tent camping spots to choose from.  About half the sites were filled by the second day we were there.  We settled on 62, which is spacious and provides access to the path from the front and behind where you can walk into site 64 as well.  A parking area with a single spot for each camp site is well marked and by two vault toilets.  Park staff and host were great.  A decent fishing spot is just in front of site 64.  $8 for IL residents is hard to beat, if you don't need an RV spot with electric.  A water source is also by the parking spots.  The weekend we were there the weather had cooled some and a great breeze was coming off the lake.  Springfield being so close is a bonus.

    The only negative is like any spot and how previous people leave the camp looking before you are there.  Some garbage in the fire pit and random spots are par for the course in any state park.  Pick up the trash and dump it in the dumpster by the parking lot.  Leave the site better than you found it is our motto.

  • David F.
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Jim Edgar Panther Creek - Family Campground

    JIM Edgar Panther Creek S.P.

    Praire Lake Campground has 3 facilities on the lake. FAMILY camp for Rv, Tentand cabins. 1. 84 sites with Electric or 19 have FHU. 2. Primitive Camp has seven three-sided shelters to camp near or in for a fee of $6 per night 3. Group camp area. A separate location has the equestrian campground, Questing Hills, with 51 electric sites.

Guide to Williamsville

Camping near Williamsville, Illinois, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing at places like Comlara County Park, where you can catch bass, walleye, and crappie. One reviewer mentioned, "There are simply tons of little nooks and crannies all around the lake to get some decent fishing in."
  • Boating: If you love being on the water, Moraine View State Recreational Area has great options for kayaking and canoeing. A visitor noted, "Good fishing and kayaking, facilities could be a little cleaner but not bad."
  • Hiking: Trails are available at Sangchris Lake State Park Campground, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a more vigorous hike. One camper shared, "The campground is quiet and leisurely during the week."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review of Double J Campground and RV Park highlighted, "Bathrooms were clean and aerated by large fans which were loud but effective."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Coon Creek (IL) said, "The sites at the campground are kind of hit or miss as lots are very slopy, but we had a full hookup site that was pull through."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One review for Millpoint Park stated, "Owner was friendly and campsite was clean and spacious."

What you should know:

  • Privacy Concerns: Some campgrounds, like Comlara County Park, have sites that are close together. A camper noted, "They are spaced a little too close for comfort for my taste."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A review of Moraine View State Recreational Area mentioned, "The outhouse was in really rough shape—looked like it hadn't been swept out or hosed down for a while."
  • Water Quality: Some campgrounds have issues with water quality. A visitor at Millpoint Park mentioned, "Water has a lot of iron so does smell/taste weird."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Sites: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. One reviewer at Clinton Lake State Recreation Area said, "Our site was adjacent to numerous paths that easily led to the beach, playground, and a secluded swimming hole."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor activities. A camper at Jubilee College State Park Campground suggested, "Not a lot of amenities for families with young kids but bring your own corn hole bags and badminton."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. One family at Coon Creek (IL) enjoyed the convenience of a well-stocked store nearby.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify the size of RV sites. A review of Weldon Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "A 40-foot site might only be 20 feet."
  • Bring Extra Water: Some campgrounds have questionable water quality. A visitor at Millpoint Park advised, "Bring cases of bottled water."
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Make sure to use dump stations when available. A camper at Sangchris Lake State Park Campground noted, "There’s a sanitary dump available, which is super convenient."

Camping near Williamsville, Illinois, provides a mix of fun activities and beautiful scenery. Whether you're fishing, hiking, or just relaxing, there’s a spot for you to enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Williamsville, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Williamsville, IL is Illinois State Fair Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 11 reviews.

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