Best camping near Princeton

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

Explore the best camping near Princeton, 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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Lake De Pue City Park
#1 Lake De Pue City Park Good
7.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Lake De Pue City Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Illinois. This campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. There are…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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Green River State Wildlife Area
#2 Green River State Wildlife Area Good
16.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Green River State Wildlife Area is a popular camping destination located in the state of Illinois. This camping area offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
#3 Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park Good
14.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park camping area, located in the state of Illinois, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides both electric and…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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Hickory Grove Campground
#4 Hickory Grove Campground Good
14.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Hickory Grove Campground is a delightful camping destination in Tennessee that offers a range of amenities for a memorable outdoor experience. Situated in a picturesque location…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground
#5 Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground
9.5 mi away
Hennepin Canal Lock 21 Campground is a campground near Sterling, Illinois.
Why 65: 13 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated

Camping near Princeton

The Princeton 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 Princeton

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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