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Scott AFB FamCamp

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Scott AFB FamCamp, near Belleville, Illinois, is a solid choice for those looking for a quiet camping experience with a military twist. This campground offers a mix of RV and tent sites, complete with electric hookups, making it convenient for various camping styles.

The facilities are clean and well-kept, with upgraded bathrooms that have received positive feedback from visitors. Campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, even when the site is full, and many have noted the friendly vibe among fellow campers. One reviewer mentioned, “It is very quiet even when full,” which speaks to the overall ambiance here.

While the campground is a bit isolated from local attractions, it’s close enough to the scenic lake for some peaceful views and outdoor activities. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to drive for food and other amenities, as nothing is within walking distance. If you’re looking for a place to unwind and enjoy nature without the hustle and bustle, Scott AFB FamCamp is worth considering.

Description

Military

For Active and Retired Military/DOD only.

The Scott AFB Fam Camp is located at the Scott Lake Recreation area (base access needed), nestled among the trees providing lots of shade in the summer, and looking over the two base fishing lakes. The Fam Camp has 22 RV campsites, each with water and electric hookups. Restrooms, showers, laundry, and a sewage dump station are available to use.

Cost per night for RV’s campers using a space is $25. Rustic tent camping is allowed anywhere around the lake area (except in the pavilion areas) at a cost of $10 per night, per tent. A dry-camp overflow area is also available at $10 per night; max capacity 2 campers, first come first served.

AF campgrounds were developed for, and should be managed to support, recreational camping purposes and not for a patron to use as a place of business or residence.

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Location

Scott AFB FamCamp is located in Illinois

Directions

From I-64 take exit 19A, 2nd light, turn left to Shiloh (Main) gate. Use far right lane. On Base From Mascoutah Gate: Right turn at stop sign onto South Drive (sign says "Hunters Rd.") You turn at the first intersection after entering the gate which turns left and becomes East Drive. Follow it through tunnel (14' clearance). Past tunnel after road curves left take first right (middle of the curve). Follow this over a small bridge to the FamCamp. From Shiloh Gate: Left turn at 1st traffic light onto Golf Course Rd. Follow this past the Golf Course and 128th Illinois Air Guard. Go through stop sign at Prior Drive, just past the chapel take a left over a small bridge to FamCamp.

Coordinates

38.55110089 N
89.84115767 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Good
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Good

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Drive Time

21 min from St. Louis
1 hr 19 min from Springfield
1 hr 49 min from Cape Girardeau
1 hr 57 min from Decatur

MGySgt K.

Scout

Reviewed May. 24, 2023

Pretty Good

Most important, if you put Scott FamCamp in google maps, it will take you there, BUT google maps will take you to no longer operational entry gates. It takes you to gates that have been closed for years. So put in Commissary to get on base. Once on base put in FamCamp. Does not have sewer hook up. One dump station that is clean, black water hose provided, but used a lot. Expect to wait your turn. A lot of spots are not level, so come prepared. Some spots are shaded. Some spots are in full sun. Darn the bugs are miserable, miserable, miserable. Showers are 2ea male for almost 30 spots. Sites have water only and 30&50amp plug in at pedestal. You are on the entire opposite side of the base, away from everything, absolutely everything.. You are only kinda close to the golf course which being Illinois the golf course and golf course cafe run seasonally by days and various hours depending on what month of the year. Food is simple pub food, but is great. Be prepared to drive to everything, nothing is walking distance. Even cafe is a couple miles away. It is very quiet even when full. All, i mean all RVers and tent campers we met, were very nice. It is my go to place, since i local to set up and enjoy quiet. They have one soda machine at the camp site. I have never seen it work. Don’t come thirsty. Stayed Aug, Sept, November 2022, May 2023.

SiteRV FamCamp.

Month of VisitAugust

David H.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 17, 2021

Upgraded bathroom

We've stayed at this campground a few times. It is nice, quiet and small. We've enjoyed our stays every time we've been there. A nice perk is that they have upgraded the bathroom from stainless steel toilets. Nice touch.

Site15

Month of VisitOctober

Ben S.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 3, 2021

THE VIEW

GREAT location for camping, especially if you run out of items and need to get something close by. Very natural, and amazing views and the feel is spectacular.

SiteB4

Month of VisitMay

JEANETTE M.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 25, 2018

If you're military this is the place to go.

This campground is clean and convenient to the St Louis area. The Outdoor Recreation unit is very responsive to needs of campers. The nearby lake is scenic and peaceful. The campground has occasional airplane noise but it's not bad for a Air Base.

Month of VisitJune