Best camping near Lyons

5 campgrounds · 5 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Lyons, 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 5 of 5 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Camp Baden Powell (Defunct)
#1 Camp Baden Powell (Defunct)
18.4 mi away
Camp Baden Powell (Defunct) is a campground near Mount Prospect, Illinois.
Why 100: 727 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Bullfrog Lake
#2 Camp Bullfrog Lake Fair
8.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Camp Bullfrog Lake is a scenic camping area in Illinois that boasts beautiful views of the surrounding forest and lake. The campground offers a variety of activities such as…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 706 things to do within 15 mi
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Pioneer Grove
#3 Pioneer Grove Fair
8.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Pioneer Grove camping area is a scenic campground located in the state of Illinois. This campground offers a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. It…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 726 things to do within 15 mi
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Blackwell Youth Campground
#4 Blackwell Youth Campground Fair
18.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
The Blackwell Youth Campground in Illinois is a serene camping destination surrounded by lush greenery and scenic views of the Blackwell Forest Preserve. There are nearby hiking…
Why 85: live conditions (fair) · 634 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Shabbona Woods
#5 Camp Shabbona Woods Fair
19.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Camp Shabbona Woods is a picturesque camping area located in Illinois. The campsite offers a beautiful view of the surrounding woods with a variety of outdoor activities such as…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 518 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Lyons

The Lyons area has 5 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 Lyons

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.

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