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Sycamore RV Resort

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Fishing and swimming anchor most visits to Sycamore RV Resort, where two spring-fed lakes sit at the center of the property. Sites with full hookups ring the water, and the catch-and-release fishing draws repeat visitors across seasons. A small sandy beach with a snack shack gives families a place to spend summer afternoons, and a walking path loops around both lakes. No tent camping is permitted here. Pop-up trailers and larger rigs are welcome, and the gravel pads on back-in sites give RVs a stable, level surface.

The resort runs on a tight maintenance schedule. Multiple reviewers flag the restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities as consistently clean, and the bathrooms use electronic key cards for access. Staff actively help guests park on arrival, a detail that comes up repeatedly in reviews. Sites are described as somewhat compact, so campers with larger rigs should account for that when planning. The grounds stay quiet, and the property sits close enough to places to camp near Sycamore that day trips into town are easy, including access to Pumpkinfest in fall and a local bakery a short drive away.

"Very clean and well cared for property; especially the laundry and bathroom/shower areas," notes Carolyn C., who also mentions the lakes can run low during drought years, which affects conditions for paddling. Campers wanting a different setup with more natural surroundings might look at Walcamp Outdoor Ministries to the northwest.

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Map & DirectionsSycamore RV Resort is located in Illinois near Sycamore

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Directions

From Hwy 64 & Hwy 23: Go 1/2 mi N on Hwy 23, then 200 yards E on East North Ave.

Address

375 East North Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178

Coordinates

41.99300022 N
88.67800075 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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Drive Time

35 min from Rockford, IL
54 min from Janesville, WI
1 hr 6 min from Chicago, IL
1 hr 30 min from Kenosha, WI

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Campers regularly cited excellent facilities including immaculate bathrooms and reliable hookups, plus family-friendly lake activities. Some noted tight site spacing on gravel pads, though the quiet atmosphere and helpful staff earned consistent praise.

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Maria Mercedes M.

Legend

Reviewed May. 25, 2026

Peaceful Lakeside Pause in the Heart of Corn Country

There’s something so comforting about pulling into Sycamore RV Resort and seeing the sunlight dance across those two spring-fed lakes, giving you that immediate exhale that only a calm Midwestern campground can bring. The property is medium-sized, incredibly tidy and thoughtfully laid out, with full-hookup RV sites circling the water, a small sandy beach for summer splashing, clean restrooms and showers, simple playgrounds and EZ walking loops that make it feel both manageable and welcoming for families. The boys were in heaven the next morning when we drove over to Elleson’s Bakery for fresh homemade donuts still warm from the oven. Later we wandered through historic downtown Sycamore during Pumpkinfest, taking in the decorated storefronts and carved pumpkins lined up like a little parade. Back at the RV Resort, from what we saw, the best campsites are any of the lakeside slots on the western shore because they offer the prettiest sunrise views and the quietest pockets of the resort. Overall, I’d absolutely recommend this campground for families thanks to its peaceful lakeside setting, its clean and convenient amenities and its proximity to a charming small provincial Midwestern town that makes even a simple weekend feel memorable.

Month of VisitOctober

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Deb M.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 18, 2024

Beautiful, peaceful camping

Beautiful spot, very peaceful. We’ve been here for 3 months. There are two lakes, catch and release fishing. A small beach with a snack shack. Well run and maintained. Reasonably priced

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Month of VisitJuly

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Carolyn C.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2023

Nice base camp

Reliable full hookups. Very clean and well cared for property; especially the laundry and bathroom/shower areas. Postage stamp space on gravel but we had things to do outside the resort. Nice walking path around the two ponds. The ponds are very low due to drought this summer. Doesn’t look that inviting for canoes.

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Month of VisitJuly

Mike F.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 2, 2021

Piled on top of each other

Because of being right on top of other campers. Also, almost everything is gravel.

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Month of VisitJuly

Ron D.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 15, 2021

Nice quiet place

Stayed here for a week, nice clean campground, quiet and beautiful lake for fishing, close to town, but yet just far enough out. Staff was nice and courteous, have full hookup sites, would highly recommend. We stayed at a back in site, easy access and site had plenty of room on each side

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Month of VisitMay

Ryan B.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 22, 2020

Very clean

One of my families favorite campgrounds. Great fishing and nice beach for swimming. Very nice shower/ laundry house.

Phillip T.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

Secret get away

No tent camping allowed but pop up trailers on up are welcome. Very nice grounds that are quiet. 10 minute drive to town. 20 minutes from Dekalb. Some Covid 19 restrictions. Beach and restrooms are closed. Campers must have their own toilets. Other wise very clean shower house and restrooms if there were no Covid 19.

Abby W.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 24, 2019

Nice fishing ponds

And fun beach!! But no tent camping

Tyler S.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 24, 2019

In town camp ground

Open camp ground in town. Fun for the kids. Designed mostly for campers

Month of VisitJuly

Marc W.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 23, 2018

Very well maintained campground

Campground is very well maintained with gravel pads. Nice lake for fishing and a beach area for the kids to go swimming. When we arrive, the host will bring you to your site and just listen to his directions and he will get you into your site perfectly. I asked if I could bring him on my future trips. I’ve never parked so easily. Bathrooms are immaculate and are locked with electronic key cards. Close to DeKalb.

Month of VisitMay