Chain O’Lakes State Park
This 6,863-acre park sprawls across rolling hills and marsh country in far northern Illinois, with campgrounds scattered through oak-hickory forests overlooking a chain of natural lakes. The park’s three main camping areas offer everything from primitive sites to full hookups, with the Oak Point area being the most secluded and Honeysuckle Hollow the most developed. Spring through fall brings heavy use from Chicago-area campers, but midweek offers better solitude.
Access is straightforward via paved roads, though some interior camp loops are gravel. The park stays open year-round, but water is shut off in winter. Popular with bass anglers and waterfowl hunters, so expect company during fishing tournaments and hunting seasons.
Illinois' largest state park with 247 wooded campsites
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Cattail Trail, Burton Township, Illinois 60081 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Spring Grove, Illinois |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 247 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $20.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Showers, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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