Illinois camping preview

Beginner Camping in Illinois

Illinois is an easy place to learn camping because many public sites are drive-up, wooded, and close to short trails or lake activities.

For a first trip, choose a state park campground with showers, arrive before dark, and keep the plan simple.

4 places to start

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2668 E 875th Rd, Oglesby, IL 61348

815-667-4726

1 Lake Front Dr, Zion, IL 60099

847-662-4811

235 Giant City Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

618-457-4836

13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton, IL 62037

618-786-3323