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Illinois Campground Recommendations
Find the best campsites in the midwest using our state and county guides! We’ve scoured the earth and sifted through the rubble to find the most unique state parks, county campgrounds, family-run RV park, and leisurely glamping experiences for you and your family to enjoy the summer sun, fall breeze, or crisp winter air.
Focused around counties in the midwest, our campground recommendations, and state park guides can save you the trouble of hours of research to even tell if the RV park allows tent camping! You’re already one step closer to the best camping near Chicago!
Latest Campsite Recommendations
Camping Near Chicago | 18 Best Campgrounds Within Two Hours of the City
Camping in Central Illinois | 14 Incredible Campgrounds to Escape to Nature
Camping in Northern Illinois | 14 Best Campgrounds North of I-80
Best Camping Near Carbondale, IL | 4 Incredible Jackson County Campgrounds
Best Camping Near Freeport, IL | Top 3 Stephenson County Campgrounds
Winter Camping in Illinois | Your Guide to Cold Weather Fun
Gear Guides
There’s nothing more important than high-quality gear when it’s all that stands between you and the elements. We focus on finding gear with great value – something that won’t break the bank or while you’re out on the trail!
Dive into our gear guides to find the best tents, tent stoves, and ultralight specific gear recommendations!
Latest Gear Guides
Best Blackstone for Camping | 5 Griddles for Explorers
4 Tent Brands to Avoid
10 Best Tent Brands for Camping
Best Camping Tent for Beginners | 2 Best Choices For New Campers
14 Tips to Finding the Best Black Friday / Cyber Monday Camping Deals
Best Large Camping Kettles | 6 BIG Kettles to Serve a Crowd
Midwest Camping Blog
We want to spread everything we know so that you don’t learn the hard way (like we did)! In our blog, you’ll find packing lists, year-end roundups, and more curated lists outside our county-focused campground recommendations!