Tony's Cabin campground
Tony's Cabin
The campground offers a variety of amenities for guests, including showers, restrooms, and picnic areas. Visitors can choose from 22 campsites that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Each campsite includes a fire ring and a picnic table, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities like grilling and campfires.
One quirky fact about the area is that it was once a popular spot for moonshiners during the prohibition era. The nearby Shawnee Hills Wine Trail offers visitors a chance to sample local wines made from grapes grown in the area.
The best time of year to visit Tony's Cabin Camping Area is during the fall, when the leaves change color, and the temperatures are comfortable. Average temperatures during this time of year range from the mid-60s to the low 70s, making it perfect weather for hiking and exploring the surrounding area. Overall, Tony's Cabin Camping Area is an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of southern Illinois.
What's on-site at Tony's Cabin
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 Tony's Cabin, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illini State Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Illini State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Starved Rock State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Horseback Campground @ Matthiessen State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Desplaines Conservational Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tony's Cabin -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois River At Marseilles | 8,160 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Dayton | 1,800 cfs | → |
| Mazon River Near Coal City | 148 cfs | → |
| Vermilion River Near Leonore | 398 cfs | → |
| Kankakee River Near Wilmington | 2,980 cfs | → |
| Blackberry Creek Near Yorkville | 35 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tony's Cabin -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris 6.4 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carbon Hill 3.1 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Coal City | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Earlville | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Minooka 0.3 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| City Water Works Within | 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
- Crotty Park
- Illini State Park
- Marseilles Little League
- Wilbur Thompson Park
- Gebhard Woods State Park
- Goold Park
Boat launches
- S Main Street 2505, Seneca
- East 2425th Road Lasalle County
- Calumet Street Ottawa
- Courtney Street Ottawa
- William G. Stratton State Park
- Il 71 Lasalle County
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 Tony's Cabin as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tony's Cabin
Can I make reservations at Tony's Cabin?
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 Tony's Cabin?
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 Tony's Cabin.