Best camping near Lincoln
44 campgrounds · 44 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Lincoln, 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 44 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Weldon Springs State Park
Good
23.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Weldon Springs State Park is a beautiful camping area located in the state of Illinois. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. With a…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#2
Lincolns New Salem Historic Site
Good
27.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
The Lincoln's New Salem Historic Site Camping Area in Illinois offers a picturesque camping experience with beautiful surrounding views. The campground is located near many…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#3
Back Country 2
Good
29.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Back Country 2 camping area is located in Michigan and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and pit…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#4
Back Country 3
Good
30.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 3 camping area is a picturesque campground located in Michigan. Situated amidst the natural beauty of the state, this camping area offers a range of amenities for…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#5
Clinton Lake State Rec Area
Good
30.9 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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B⛰
#6
Back Country 1
Good
31.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 1 camping area is located in Michigan and offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire pits, and restrooms, ensuring a…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#7
Pine Camp
Good
31.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Pine Camp camping area is located in the state of Michigan and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides several amenities to ensure a comfortable stay…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#8
Back Country 4
Good
31.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 4 camping area is located in Michigan and offers a serene and rustic camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground is known for its remote location…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#9
Back Country 5
Good
31.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 5 camping area is located in Michigan and offers campers a unique and immersive outdoor experience. The campground is known for its picturesque beauty and peaceful…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#10
Oak Camp
Good
31.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Oak Camp camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Michigan. Situated amidst natural beauty, it offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#11
Friends Creek Regional Park
Good
32.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Friends Creek Regional Park in Illinois offers 35 established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to pit toilets and potable water. There are no hookups, but RVs…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#12
Sand Ridge State Forest - Forest City
Good
32.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Sand Ridge State Forest - Forest City camping area, located in the state of Illinois, offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can enjoy the…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#13
Back Country 6
Good
32.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 6 camping area, located in the state of Michigan, offers a serene and secluded camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground is known for its lack of…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#14
Back Country 8
Good
32.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 8 camping area is located in the state of Michigan and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as picnic tables, fire…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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B⛰
#15
Back Country 12
Good
32.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 71°F
Back Country 12 camping area is located in the state of Illinois and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides spacious campsites with fire pits and picnic…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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Camping near Lincoln
The Lincoln area has 44 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 Lincoln
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.