Best camping near Apple River
10 campgrounds · 10 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Apple River, Illinois — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 10 of 10 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Hickory Hill Campground
14.1 mi away
Hickory Hill Campground is a campground near Freeport, Illinois.
Why 100: 26 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#2
Canyon Ridge Camping Area
Good
3.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Canyon Ridge Camping Area in Illinois offers stunning views of the Mississippi River Valley. The area is great for hiking, bird watching, and exploring the nearby towns. The…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
W⛰
#3
Walnut Grove Campground
Good
3.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Walnut Grove Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Illinois with stunning views of the Sangamon River. The surrounding area is mainly composed of lush green trees…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
W⛰
#4
Wolf Creek CG
Good
9.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Wolf Creek Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Wisconsin. Nestled amidst natural beauty, this campground offers a range of amenities for a comfortable…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#5
Lake-Le-Aqua-Na SRA--Pine Ridge Campground
Good
14.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Lake-Le-Aqua-Na SRA - Pine Ridge Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Wisconsin. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#6
Pecatonica River Trails Park Campground
Good
14.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Pecatonica River Trails Park Campground is located in the beautiful state of Wisconsin and offers a fantastic camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides a…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
W⛰
#7
Winslow Community Park
Good
16.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Winslow Community Park in Wisconsin offers a small, peaceful campground with established sites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations aren’t required, and camping is free, making…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#8
Blackhawk Memoreial Park Campground
Good
17.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Blackhawk Memorial Park Campground in Wisconsin offers a picturesque camping experience with stunning views of the rolling hills and valleys. There are nearby activities such as…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
C⛰
#9
Canyon Camp
4.3 mi away
Canyon Camp is a campground near Freeport, Illinois.
Why 80: 16 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#10
Camp Office
Good
4.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
The Camp Office Camping Area in Illinois offers 16 first-come-first-serve campsites with beautiful views of the surrounding woods and a nearby lake for fishing and boating. The…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
Camping near Apple River
The Apple River area has 10 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Apple River
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.