Forest camping near Chicago

Watch the sunrise over Lake Michigan or fish in the Illinois River on a camping escape near Chicago.

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90% (82 reviews)

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5 top forest campgrounds near Chicago

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Daisy’s Farms On Notalotta Acers

10 sites · Tents5 acres · Big Rock, IL
Local Farm. Close enough to socialize. Far enough away to matter. Next door to “‘More Polish Pottery” in Big Rock IL. Near Dekalb, Sandwich, Plano, Hinkley, Big Rock, Aurora, and Sugar Grove. Many sites, bars, shops, and places to eat. Touching Big Rock forest preserve. Features egg stand. Private setting. Fire pit. Multiple spots to choose from. Great views. Pet friendly. Local showers and pool at local Plano YMCA. May see farm animals up close and personal. Please leave them at site. 11 min or less to Raging Waves Water Park. It’s right down the road! An hour commute or less to Chicago. Open May 1 through Sept 30 (extended due to nice weather so if you can book it. You can stay.) The end of the season this year will be September 30th. And then we will be closed for the winter until May first. Unless otherwise specified. Usually closed for the winter months. Sugar Grove Family Fun Center up the road. Goat Yoga and Wholly Bean close by. Local forest preserve has toilets or bring your own porti-john. Bring your horses. Set up a temp spot. We have the space. And there is riding at the forest preserve right around the corner. Camp with your HORSES! We have a swing set and small child play sets. A trampoline. A tire swing. Y’all are more than welcome to use it. Just be respectful and make sure your children do not harm our land, animals, or gardens. 💕🙏
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Forest camping near Chicago guide

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Camping near Chicago, Illinois in the forest? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 310 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot in the woods or a site with easy access to hiking trails, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like East Woods on the IL River (342 reviews), Mulln-Heim Vineyards (135 reviews), and Blooming Bus Farms (82 reviews). With popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, trash disposal, and toilets, plus activities such as horseback riding, swimming, and off-roading, your camping experience will be one for the books. And with an average price of $50 per night and options as low as $20, camping has never been more affordable!

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