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Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park

Description

Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Lincoln Trail State Park

For those who like the beautiful sights and sounds of the great outdoors, but prefer the amenities of home, both Lincoln Trail State Park Campgrounds offer electricity, showers, tables, fireblocks, playground equipment, water, toilet facilities and a sanitary dumping station. For those who wish to be attuned to nature without the distractions of modern conveniences, Lakeside Campground also includes a Class C camping area for tents. The shower buildings are closed by November 1 (may be earlier if bad weather) and reopen May 1 (may be earlier, weather depending).

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Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park is located in Illinois

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39.338277 N
87.710664 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 11, 2025

Its ok

Camp sites had some trash from previous campers. Bathrooms were dirty and outdated. Only scolding hot water in the shower. Host and another staff member made me turn my camper to face the other direction so the door wouldn't face another camp site, even though I have a door on both sides after we had camp set up. Sites themselves are nicely spaced apart. Place was pretty empty for our 4 day weekend there.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Joshua R., August 11, 2025
  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Joshua R., August 11, 2025
  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Joshua R., August 11, 2025
Reviewed Sep. 20, 2024

Dog poop in the site and loud neighbors

I was not a fan. I was tenting and there was not a great spot for the tent and there was dog poop everywhere (tracked some in the tent when setting up so I wasn't pleased). Also a bunch of large Widowmakers in the trees above was nerve-wracking. The people around me were LOUD! One dude listening to a college football game until past 10 and a guy and his kid playing glow Frisbee right in from of my tent past 10 as well. As I was on a road trip and wanted to get to sleep, this was not appreciated.. On th e good side, the bathrooms were very clean. I would NOT stay here again

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed May. 14, 2020

I recommend staying at Plainview campground

This State Park has two campgrounds to choose from: Plainview and Lakeview. The sites at Plainview are nice, with plenty of room between each of the sites. Most of the campsites at this site also have decent shade. Bathhouses at Plainview were clean. The sites at Lakeview are less desirable as the campground is more cramped than Plainview and only a couple of the sites actually overlook the lake. Overall, I would recommend staying at Plainview.

Boat rentals at the lake are very reasonable and the bait/camp shop is nice. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, the food was good and it was quick.

Overall a great place to camp and kayak. Nice fishing too but no swimming aloud at this lake.

Reviewed Dec. 17, 2019

Remote, in a good way

Lincoln Trails State Park is located near Marshall, Il just across the Indiana border. It is a quiet little area (at least when we visited) and made for a relaxing visit.

Two campground areas, Lakeside was closed (possibly due to season/standing water) showerhouses are closed November 1st through May 1. Otherwise there is full hookup available at Plainview and the sites are nice and flat. There is a nice fire ring to gather at in the campground and some room around your site for stuff. I like the outer sites, more privacy. Not that that was an issue in November. The on site restaurant was closed when we visited but sits right on the water. Would make for some nice views. We hiked, the trails were sometimes challenging to follow with the leaves on the ground . With no foliage there was a lot more to see of the topography and natural features. Nearby is the town of Marshall which offers some interesting history, artwork and painted lions, definitely worth a walkabout!

  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Shelly S., December 17, 2019
  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Shelly S., December 17, 2019
  • Review photo of Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park by Shelly S., December 17, 2019
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Reviewed Sep. 18, 2019

Super nice

2 different campgrounds to choose from within the park. Plainview has the shower house. A few low spots that hold water, so one has to pick their site accordingly! Very quiet!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park has water hookups.

Are fires allowed at Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Plainview Campground — Lincoln Trail State Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.