Gun Creek
This is a 100 site campground on Rend Lake in Illinois. Lots of trees. Level paved sites unless you book right by the lake. Some are very steep. Bring lots to level with! We are in site 92. Away from the lake but beautiful sunshine.
3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV campgrounds sit within 30 miles of Frohna, Missouri, with full hookups, pull-through access, and big-rig-friendly sites for motorhome travelers. Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney provides full hookups with both 30 and 50 amp service on level sites, and accommodates big rigs with easy access. Just east in Cape Girardeau, The Landing Point RV Park operates year-round with spacious pull-through sites and complete hookups. Goatey Goat Ranch RV Park & Campground offers a more intimate setting with only four sites but maintains full hookup capabilities including 50 amp electrical service. Saline Creek RV Park and Campground features five big-rig friendly sites with water, sewer, and electrical connections. "The sites have a bit of breathing room between them. There were tent campers on up to a 40 foot toy hauler," noted one traveler about camping in the region.
Most RV campgrounds in the area maintain clean facilities with dump stations either on-site or nearby. Cell service varies by location, with stronger signals typically available at RV parks closer to Cape Girardeau and Perryville. Pet-friendly policies are standard across most parks, though some may have breed or size restrictions. Seasonal considerations include potential site closures during winter months at some locations, though The Landing Point RV Park remains open year-round. Navigation to these RV sites generally requires minimal elevation changes, making them accessible for larger motorhomes and fifth wheels. One reviewer mentioned that "most sites are level, but some have an incline to get into," highlighting the importance of checking site specifications when making reservations, especially for longer RVs requiring pull-through access.
"We hooked into their cable and received 24 popular channels and the WiFi was way above normal. We got 3 bars each on Verizon and AT&T."
"Beautiful, and quiet. New sites, tables, and a beautiful creek. A couple of pony’s too. We will definitely be stopping in again!"
from $38 / night
"Great clean campground- easy hook ups- pleasant staff and close to town. Went to Mary Janes for dinner gotta recommend! Campground Has a trail to a hike around lake. Playground was fun and safe."
"Super family friendly, quiet, clean & everyone who works here is super nice!"
"The area is clean and quiet. Full hook up, 50 and 30 amp. 6 minutes from town (Perryville). The trail back to the site is truly one of a kind. Highly recommend you will not be disappointed."
"Perfect star gazing, only 5 to 10 minutes from grocery store & downtown area for drinks & dining, Sunrise & Sunset were beautiful with hilly country views, Plenty of room to pull in our 40ft"
from $30 - $50 / night
"Traveling in my 22' Class B, and there are Class A and fifth wheels here, too. Concrete pad, full or partial hook-ups, laundry (reasonable price!)."
"Shade was adequate lot of permeant and monthly spots. Water park close by (5 minute drive) that was great for the kids on a hot day. Camping spots was all nice and level."
"Easy to navigate the roads, with every site level concrete. ATT & Verizon both worked fine. Wifi & cable included in the price. 10% discount for Good Sam, military & seniors."
from $45 / night
"This actually feels like a campground and not a parking lot even though it’s super convenient to the interstate."
"Nice place clean and quiet Water pressure is only about 30 to 35 psi that is a little week. People were very nice and helpful ."
from $40 / night
"Dog friendly, pretty well spaced out campsites but some are used as paths with to get to farther back campsites. Good set up, not too close to neighbors and it’s heavily wooded in between."
"I used this park as a base camp for exploring Shawnee National Forest and the Cache River Preserve. There’s a lot of outdoor things to do in this area. Ferne Clyffe is small."












This is a 100 site campground on Rend Lake in Illinois. Lots of trees. Level paved sites unless you book right by the lake. Some are very steep. Bring lots to level with! We are in site 92. Away from the lake but beautiful sunshine.
Great place easy on off the hyw sites are old so you may need to block up your RV to level it . Some sites only have electric so be careful when you book it. Heard some road noise from the HYW but the campsite had plenty of room
We had never stayed at Whittington Woods, but several of our camping friends have stayed here over the years while traveling through the area. At a recent RV open house, we talked with the campground (CG) owners and decided to switch our reservation from another private CG to Whittington Woods to check it out. The owners suggested sites 92 or 97, and we were able to reserve back-in site 92 with FHUs for our two-night stay. Site 92 is one of the better sites, with a large yard and good separation from neighboring sites. The CG was easy to find off I-57—follow your GPS or the signs. Check-in was quick, and we were escorted to our site. Unfortunately, one of the CG’s regular guests had set up in our reserved site 92 instead of site 93. After a brief discussion between our owner/escort and the guest, moving him was clearly not going to be a quick process. We were offered a couple of other available sites and decided to take site 93. Site 93 was a significant downgrade, with only a sliver of yard and very little separation from site 94. The sewer and electrical connections are near the center of the gravel pad, while the electrical breaker is on the opposite side of site 94. The water connection is at the very back, requiring more than 30 feet of hose for our rig. The owners were very nice, probably too nice when dealing with their“regulars,” and made the situation more tolerable by giving us a good discount for site 93. We received two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. We normally get good performance from our T-Mobile internet with two bars, but download speed was only 41.2 Mbps. The CG Wi-Fi was better at 69.3 Mbps download. There are a lot of mature trees, so satellite/Starlink reception could be iffy depending on the site. The CG is conveniently located near I-57 and right off IL-37, although there was quite a bit of highway noise that was manageable for us. The property provides plenty of room for walking, especially with a dog, and has a decent-sized dog park. There are quite a few full-timers and regulars, with some keeping their sites well maintained and others not so much. We also saw some of the same latitude given to“regulars” when it came to keeping dogs on a leash and picking up after them. They have 5 pull throughs that are mainly used for overnighters that are handy but close together. We understand why several of our friends regularly stay here for a night or two while traveling to and from Florida. Whittington Woods is conveniently located off I-57 and offers FHUs, making the CG a practical overnight stop. Our home base is only about an hour and a half away, however, and we have better options in the area when we need a final stop to flush tanks before heading home.
We were heading back to our home base and decided to check out this new KOA Holiday and dump our tanks before heading home. The campground (CG) was approximately 10 miles and 20 minutes off I-57 on southern Illinois backcountry roads. Along the way, we encountered a suspiciously low power line that our 13.5'-high rig cleared. Small KOA signs guided us all the way in. We've stayed at many KOAs and particularly enjoyed KOA Holidays for their service and amenities, but this CG was not what we expected. We arrived at a large gravel parking area and found a check-in room at the end of a warehouse, with envelopes on a bulletin board and a phone number to request an escort. Since the RV sites were down a steep hill, we checked our assigned Creek Side site 26 before moving our rig. Sites 23–26 sat in a bowl at the bottom of the CG, with little room to maneuver our 41' fifth wheel and F450. The escort number went to voicemail, but we reached the manager using the CG brochure number. He agreed our rig wouldn't fit and moved us to back-in site 18 on the hill. All RV sites were back-ins. Creek Side sites appeared better suited for smaller RVs, although larger rigs might fit sites 23 and 24. We later discovered the main KOA office near the marina, which handled cabin check-ins, food, and boat rentals. Sites 1–19 were former pull-through motorcoach sites converted to back-ins, with utilities on the opposite side to accommodate other RVs. Our site 18 was exceptionally wide but close to neighboring sites. We positioned our rig toward the right side of the gravel pad (facing the site) to maintain reasonable access to hookups. The electrical pedestal was at the far back, requiring approximately 35' of power cord to accommodate our toy hauler's rear deck. The wide pad provided plenty of parking for a tow vehicle or boat. However, the CG brochure listed a $75 fee for parking boats or trailers at sites, and a marina sign listed a $50 launch fee. We couldn't determine how these fees applied. Water pressure was excellent, so use a regulator. CG Wi-Fi delivered 20.9 Mbps, Verizon had two bars, and T-Mobile had three. Our T-Mobile Home Internet delivered 358 Mbps, allowing us to stream golf and football. With no trees around the RV sites, satellite reception shouldn't be a problem. Some sites had limited lake views, but don't expect panoramic views or direct lake access. The CG had undergone considerable improvements, including attractive cabins, several right on the lake. KOA cabins were mixed with privately owned cabins, while lake access was concentrated near the small marina and swimming area. We expected more direct lake access and walking trails, but neither was available from the RV sites. A standard fenced KOA dog park was available, but longer walks with our pup were limited to a short path around the fishing pond, gravel areas, and CG roads. Considerable work and investment had gone into this CG, but our experience didn't entice us to return.
Nice quiet little spot. 4 spots. Have fire rings and picnic tables.
Great campsite very large easy to get in and additional parking for your truck right next to your trailer
What started as a one-night camping trip quickly turned into a three-night stay—I just didn't want to leave! Most of the campsites feature beautiful lake views and are well-shaded by tall trees. Each spot is equipped with an electric hookup, a fire pit, and a picnic table, plus having access to hot showers made the stay super comfortable. To top it off, our cats loved taking walks with us around the campground!
Rend Lake, in Whittington, Il is just a great place to camp. From primitive to full hook ups they have what you need for a Corps of Engineers campground.
I stayed at a walk-to tent site for which the price was $8 per night. Pretty solid Verizon cell signal. Clean showers and well kept. The place did sound pretty loud as far as older partiers, though around 9pm, it was near silent. I'd definitely stay here again.
Camping facilities near Frohna, Missouri offer basic to full-service accommodations within a 30-mile radius of this southeastern Missouri community. The region features rolling hills and deciduous forest terrain with proximity to the Mississippi River. Fall temperatures typically range from 45-70°F, providing comfortable camping conditions with minimal precipitation compared to summer months.
Hiking trails access: Trail of Tears State Park offers several marked paths with varying difficulty levels. "There are a few hiking trails. If you want an easy hike it's available but there are an abundance of intermediate trail and a beautiful quarry! Be sure to pay attention to trails because lack of trail markers," advises one visitor to Trail of Tears State Park Campground.
Mississippi River viewing: Watch commercial river traffic from designated observation areas. "One of the best camping views of the mississippi river! The campsite overlooks the mighty mississippi river and oh what a view it is, watching tugboats move barges up and down," reports a camper at Trail of Tears State Park.
Fishing opportunities: Several parks maintain stocked ponds or lake access. "The lake is nice decent camping, needs water hookups," notes a visitor to Randolph County State Recreation Area, which maintains a 65-acre fishing lake completed in 1961.
Shade coverage: Most campgrounds feature mature trees providing natural cooling. "There are a ton of big trees and it is really shady," mentions one camper about their experience at Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney, which maintains numerous sites under tree canopy.
Family amenities: Several parks offer dedicated recreation areas for children. "It has a pool, playgrounds, a pond, and some tiny home type cabins that look like fun," writes a visitor about Perryville RV Resort By Rjourney, noting its appeal for families.
Stargazing opportunities: Rural locations provide minimal light pollution. "Perfect star gazing, only 5 to 10 minutes from grocery store & downtown area for drinks & dining," notes a camper at Goatey Goat Ranch RV Park & Campground, highlighting this blend of convenience and natural experience.
Train noise: Railroad proximity affects several campgrounds in the region. "There will be a train that comes through in the middle of the night, but other people have never been an issue for us," mentions a camper regarding Trail of Tears State Park.
Site spacing variations: Campsite density differs significantly between parks. At Giant City State Park Campground, a visitor notes, "Lots of RVs, close sites, not much privacy. That being said there is nothing wrong with it, it's just not a campground I'd go out of my way to stay at again."
Highway proximity: Some RV parks prioritize access over seclusion. "This is a campground that is not great for camping. The sites are close together, no shade, mostly cement. If you want a place to get off the highway for the night and the jump back on... this is for you," explains a reviewer of Cape Camping & RV Park.
Playground options: Several parks maintain dedicated play equipment. "Great campground not much for kids has an out dated swing set not in great shape that's the only reason for not 5 stars," notes a visitor to The Landing Point RV Park, indicating families should check recreation facilities before booking.
Swimming access: Some parks maintain dedicated swimming areas during summer. "Also a great sand beach water feature nearby at lake boutin," mentions a Trail of Tears State Park camper, providing an option for water recreation.
Wildlife viewing: Local parks often have visible small mammals. "The area is clean and quiet. Full hook up, 50 and 30 amp. 6 minutes from town (Perryville)," reports a visitor to Goatey Goat Ranch RV Park & Campground, which features rural surroundings with observable wildlife.
Site selection considerations: Many parks have mixed site quality. "Most sites are level, some have an incline to get into. The sites have a bit of breathing room between them," reports a visitor to Saline Creek RV Park and Campground.
Overnight convenience: Several parks cater specifically to travelers passing through. "Nice place to pull off I-55 and rest, or stay if you are in the area for sports or other events. Not alot of recreation. Very large concrete walking trail nearby," notes a visitor to Cape Camping & RV Park.
Connectivity factors: Cell service and internet access vary significantly. "We got 3 bars each on Verizon and AT&T. There was a public paved walking trail along the back of the CG, which was very nice to walk the dogs," explains a reviewer about Cape Camping & RV Park, indicating reliable service in that location.
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