Devils Backbone Park campground
Devils Backbone Park
The best time to visit Devils Backbone Park is during the warmer months, typically from late spring to early fall. This allows campers to take advantage of the picturesque surroundings and engage in various outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. The park boasts a variety of trails with breathtaking views, making it a hiker's paradise. Additionally, the park is home to diverse wildlife, creating opportunities for nature enthusiasts to observe and photograph animals in their natural habitat.
While exploring Devils Backbone Park, campers should be cautious of poison ivy and ticks, as these can be found in the area. It is advisable to bring insect repellent and wear appropriate clothing to protect against ticks. Furthermore, it is important to practice leave-no-trace principles and respect the park's rules and regulations to preserve the natural beauty of the campground. Overall, Devils Backbone Park is a wonderful destination for camping enthusiasts who seek tranquility and adventure in the great outdoors of Illinois.
What's on-site at Devils Backbone Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Devils Backbone Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Bayou | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Hills | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Hills Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lake Murphysboro State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Johnson Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Devils Backbone Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Muddy River At Rte 127 At Murphysboro | 299 cfs | → |
| South Fork Saline Creek Near Perryville | 21 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Chester | 270,000 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Thebes | 247,000 cfs | → |
| Big Muddy River At Plumfield | 240 cfs | → |
| Crab Orchard Creek Near Marion | 7 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Devils Backbone Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Soto 0.3 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Chester | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kaskaskia River Navigation Lock | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Burnside 1.8 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Clear Springs
- Wilderness Bald Knob
- Lake Murphysboro State Park
- Natural Area Vancill Hollow
- Nature Preserve Ozark Hills
- Trails Of Tears State Park
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Devils Backbone Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Devils Backbone Park
Can I make reservations at Devils Backbone Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Devils Backbone Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Devils Backbone Park.