Best camping near Buckley
18 campgrounds · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Buckley, 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 15 of 18 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
South City (Gibson) Park
Good
20.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
South City (Gibson) Park is a well-equipped camping area located in the state of Illinois. The park offers a variety of amenities for campers, making it an attractive destination…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#2
Prairie Pines Campground
Good
22.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Prairie Pines Campground, located in the state of Illinois, offers campers a picturesque and serene camping experience. The campground is well-equipped with various amenities…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#3
Earl Park Rest Area
Prime
32.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Earl Park Rest Area in Indiana offers limited, unofficial overnight camping primarily for travelers needing a quick stop. There are no established campsites or dispersed camping…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#4
Livingston County 4-H Park
Prime
39.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
The Livingston County 4-H Park Camping Area in Illinois is a beautiful spot with picturesque surrounding views. The campground is located near several points of interest…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#5
Davis Creek Group Camp
Prime
39.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Davis Creek Group Camp is a popular camping area located in the state of Illinois. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. There are…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#6
Kankakee River State Park
Prime
42.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Kankakee River State Park in Illinois offers established campsites—no dispersed camping. Reservations are required via the Illinois DNR site, and there are modest fees…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#7
Moraine View State Park
Good
38.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Moraine View State Park in Illinois is a fantastic camping area that offers a variety of amenities and activities for visitors. The campground provides both electric and…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
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#8
Kickapoo State Park
Good
34.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Illinois offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) with both tent and RV options. Reservations are recommended via Reserve America…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#9
Desplaines Conservational Park
Prime
50.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Desplaines Conservation Area is a camping haven located in the state of Illinois. This beautiful campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#10
Des Plaines State Conservation Area
Prime
54.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Des Plaines State Conservation Area is a popular camping destination located in the state of Illinois. The campground offers a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
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#11
Ross Camp
Good
51.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Ross Camp is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Indiana. Situated within beautiful natural surroundings, the campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
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#12
Forest Glen County Preserve
Good
47.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Forest Glen County Preserve in Illinois offers both established campsites and limited primitive/dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended for campgrounds; permits and modest…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#13
Comlara County Park
Good
52.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Comlara County Park is a popular camping destination located in the state of Illinois. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. With…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
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#14
Cayuga Park Campground
Good
54.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Located in Indiana, the Cayuga Park Campground offers stunning views of the Wabash River and is a great destination for water activities like fishing and boating. The area also…
Why 82: live conditions (good)
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#15
Clinton Lake State Rec Area
Good
50.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Clinton Lake State Recreation Area offers a peaceful camping experience with beautiful natural surroundings. The campground has 289 campsites, with several amenities including…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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Camping near Buckley
The Buckley area has 18 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 Buckley
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?
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.