Tookers Island campground
Tookers Island
Specific nearby points of interest include the Peoria Riverfront Museum, which offers educational exhibits, and the Peoria Zoo, which is home to over 100 species of animals. Additionally, the nearby Peoria Heights Tower Park offers a stunning view of the Illinois River Valley.
The campground amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to clean restrooms and showers. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, so visitors should arrive early to secure a spot. There are a total of 25 campsites available at Tookers Island Camping Area.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a bustling site for steamboat traffic in the mid-1800s. Today, visitors can still see the remnants of the old docks and warehouses.
The best time of year to visit Tookers Island Camping Area is during the summer months of June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 70-85°F. The fall offers cooler temperatures and vibrant foliage, making it another popular time to visit. It is important to note that the camping area is closed during the winter months.
What's on-site at Tookers Island
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 Tookers Island, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Mile Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rock Harbor | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Duncan Bay | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lane Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Duncan Bay Narrows | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tookers Island -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pigeon River At Middle Falls Nr Grand Portage Mn | 2,040 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
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 Tookers Island as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tookers Island
Can I make reservations at Tookers Island?
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 Tookers Island?
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 Tookers Island.