Camping in Illinois allows you to explore a wide variety of climates, local culture and attractions, including:
Northern Illinois is defined by its diverse selection of sights, arts and activities. History buffs will be drawn to the Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site in Galena and the Ronald Reagan Home and Visitor Center in Dixon. The larges city in this region is Rockford, which offers the Burpee Museum of Natural History , the Anderson Japanese Gardens, plus thriving arts, entertainment, shopping and dining. Explore Starved Rock State Park in Utica and enjoy paddling along the Illinois River. The Illinois Railway Museum showcases over 250 locomotive engines and railcars. Return to Page Top
The greater Chicago area is full of activities & adventures. Chicago, of course, is "your kind of town," offering: the Chicago Children's Museum, the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, IMAX theater, a 15-story Ferris wheel, old-fashioned carousel, tour boats, the Skyline Stage and fireworks at Navy Pier; the world of shopping on the The Magnificent Mile; 25 acres of arts & entertainment at Millennium Park; the historic Lincoln Park Zoo; outstanding views of the city from the Sears Tower Skydeck and the Hancock Center Observatory; the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum, the John G. Shedd Aquarium & The Field Museum on the scenic 57-acre lakefront Museum Campus; the fascinating exhibits of The Art Institute of Chicago & the Museum of Science and Industry. Enjoy major league excitement with the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs; and find joy in the blues at Chicago's Blues Clubs. The surrounding area offers Six Flags Great America, Hurricane Harbor and the Long Grove Historic District in Lake County, the Arlington Race Track in Arlington Heights, the Brookfield Zoo and the Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio in the Oak Park area, the Morton Arboretum in Lisle, plus the Genesee Theatre, casinos and more. Return to Page Top
Western Illinois is river country. Follow the waters and trails to historic sites and state parks, including the John Deere Pavilion in Moline & Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island (both cities make up half of the Quad Cities); the Wildlife Prairie State Park, the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive & the Dickson Mounds Museum near Peoria (which offers an outstanding RiverFront Complex); the Bishop Hill State Historic Site in Henry County; the breathtaking views of the Great River Road; the home of a prize-winning poet at the Carl Sandburg Home in Galesburg. Return to Page Top
Central Illinois allows you to trace the life of Abraham Lincoln, travel along historic Route 66 and explore the Amish culture. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum & the Dana-Thomas House, the State Capitol and historic Old State Capitol are found in Springfield. Route 66 cuts through the region. The Old Order Amish way of life is found in Arcola. University of Illinois and Alaskan reindeer, a corn maze and more await at Hardy's Reindeer Ranch in Champaign County. Decatur is home to Lake Shelbyville and the Scovill Zoo. Return to Page Top
Southwest Illinois is Lewis & Clark Country. See the history of exploration at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and Pere Marquette State Park, plus excellent eagle watching near Alton. Visit the largest outdoor shrine in the nation at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. The ancient history of the region comes alive at Cahokia Mounds, which features the largest pre-historic earthen mound in the New World at Monks Mound. Gateway International Raceway offers thrilling NASCAR races. The oldest building in Illinois stands at Fort De Chartres. You can also see a six-foot bronze statue of the beloved cartoon character of Popeye, tour the Illinois Wine Trails, and tour the impressive Jarrot Mansion. Return to Page Top
Southern Illinois allows you to hike a scenic bluff, savor the vintages of wineries, and stand alongside an American superhero icon. The Garden of the Gods offers scenic bluff hiking in Shawnee National Forest. Enjoy the recreation and arts of Rend Lake. Explore caves and see incredible views of the Ohio River at Cave-In-Rock State Park. The wineries of the Illinois Wine Trails offer distinctive wines. History lives at Fort Massac State Park. Pose for a photo with the Superman Statue in Metropolis, Illinois. Enjoy sailing, fishing and more at Carlyle Lake. Hike on over 21 miles of scenic trails at Cache River State Natural Area. Take a scenic Ohio River cruise on the Shawnee Queen River Taxi. Return to Page Top C’mon, Go Camping America - locate your perfect campgrounds, RV parks and cabins in the region of Illinois you’d like to visit by clicking here. |