Vel Terra 

Galena Illinois is a major tourist spot for Chicago folks to get away too. 
This camp site is 20 min from Galena 5 min from Elizabeth and 15 min from Apple Canyon. 
Has both RV and Tent sites. Fire pits and picnic tables are at each site. 
They porta John at the one end of camp is unbelievably clean! 
The bathrooms and showers at the other end of camp are also very very clean. 
Jeff the owner left a lovely note inviting me to pick my spot as I was the only tent/car camper that night even though I had reserved spot 12.  He also pointed out that there were some walking trails but to be wary of a poisonous plant.  
The grounds are impeccably kept. 
He provides wood for you to burn. 
Give this place a try for a nice weekend get away from the city.  There is so much to do in the area but if note Apple canyon has some really nice hiking trails they label from easy to rugged.  There is also plenary of kayaking and other neat outdoor things to do. Add in there are several winery’s and great restaurants if you don’t want to cook fireside! 


Vel Terra on oasis outside of major tourist destination in Illinois 

Not a lot of spaces but very nice place...  Free wood for your stay.  Great hosts.  Mature trees.  Good trails.  Nice restrooms (Showers = 5 min for 50 cents). Nice wooden play structure. 