Highest-rated campgrounds in Carbondale, according to Yelp

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May 9, 2023
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Highest-rated campgrounds in Carbondale, according to Yelp

Camping is a growing leisure activity with no signs of slowing down. According to KOA's 2022 North American Camping report, close to 57 million households in the U.S. and Canada took at least one camping trip in the last year, with tent camping being the most popular way to sleep outdoors.

There are many factors to consider when planning a camping trip, including the amenities. Car camping usually means driving up to your campsite, which allows campers to haul a few more amenities to the campgrounds. These sites may offer electrical outlets, public restrooms (including showers), and a grill or fire pit for cooking. RV camping and cabin rentals may also have these amenities within their unit.

On the other side, backcountry or primitive camping usually involves hiking into a campsite with few to no amenities. For example, at primitive sites, campers may need equipment light enough to carry to their campgrounds. They may also need to hang toiletries to keep wildlife away and treat their drinking water.

The National Park Services manages campgrounds inside 130 park units across the United States. Each state also manages parks with campgrounds, and there are a myriad of privately-owned campgrounds too. According to the North American Camping report, more than half of people tend to camp within 100 miles of their home, but there are endless options for where and how to camp.

People typically must reserve a campsite ahead of time, up to a year in advance for some of the most popular sites. To help you get a head start on planning, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated campgrounds in Carbondale using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#8. Old Bates Campground

- Rating: 3.5/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 5272 Peach Orchard Rd Sesser, IL 62884
- Categories: Campgrounds, RV Parks
- Read more on Yelp

#7. Little Grassy Lake Campground and Marina

- Rating: 3.5/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 788 Hidden Bay Ln Makanda, IL 62958
- Categories: Fishing, Campgrounds, Marinas
- Read more on Yelp

#6. Benton KOA

- Rating: 3.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 1500 N Du Quoin St Benton, IL 62812
- Categories: RV Parks, Campgrounds
- Read more on Yelp

#5. Trail of Tears State Park

- Rating: 3.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 2038 Moccasin Spgs Jackson, MO 63755
- Categories: Campgrounds
- Read more on Yelp

#4. Lake Campalot

- Rating: 4.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 13520 Community Lake Rd Percy, IL 62272
- Categories: Campgrounds
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#3. Crab Orchard Campground

- Rating: 4.5/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 10067 Campground Dr Carbondale, IL 62901
- Categories: Campgrounds
- Read more on Yelp

#2. Arrowhead Lake Camp Ground

- Rating: 4.5/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 1600 Peterson Ave Johnston City, IL 62951
- Categories: Campgrounds
- Read more on Yelp

#1. Ferne Clyffe State Park

- Rating: 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: Goreville, IL 62939
- Categories: Local Flavor, Parks, Campgrounds
- Read more on Yelp

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