Best camping near Patoka

6 campgrounds · 6 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Patoka, 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 6 of 6 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Boulder - Lake Carlyle
#1 Boulder - Lake Carlyle Good
7.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Boulder Lake Carlyle Camping Area in Illinois is situated on a picturesque lake with stunning views of the surrounding area. The campground offers 80 primitive campsites with…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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Coles Creek - Lake Carlyle
#2 Coles Creek - Lake Carlyle Good
10.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Coles Creek Campground, located on the picturesque Lake Carlyle in Illinois, offers a serene and enjoyable camping experience. The campground provides various amenities to enhance…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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Eldon Hazlet State Park
#3 Eldon Hazlet State Park Good
12.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Eldon Hazlet State Park in Illinois offers established campsites, including tent and RV options with electric hookups; dispersed camping is not allowed. Reservations are…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
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Dam West - Lake Carlyle
#4 Dam West - Lake Carlyle Good
15.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Dam West - Lake Carlyle camping area in the state of Illinois is a fantastic spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy a camping adventure. The campground offers a range of…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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Durley Camp and retreat center
#5 Durley Camp and retreat center Good
18.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Durley Camp and Retreat Center in Greenville, Illinois offers established campsites (no dispersed camping), ideal for group or family getaways. Reservations are required, and…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
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Stephen A. Forbes State Park
#6 Stephen A. Forbes State Park Good
19.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Stephen A. Forbes State Park, located in Illinois, offers a picturesque camping area with a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy. The campground provides 202 Class A…
Why 63: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Patoka

The Patoka area has 6 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 Patoka

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.

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Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

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