Campgrounds Near Galena, Illinois

Galena is a medium-sized town located in the northwest corner of Illinois and near the Wisconsin and Iowa state lines. Galena is rich in history and was the home of some famous people, most notably President Ulysses S. Grant. Located near the Mississippi River, the Galena area also has a wide range of recreational activities. The camping opportunities in Galena itself are limited, but there are no shortage of places to stay in the nearby area.
  1. Palace Campgrounds

    • Located in West Galena, the Palace Campgrounds offer guests a wide variety of facilities and activities. Tent, RV and camping sites all are available. There also are five cabins with air-conditioning.

      All the sites have water and electric. Some of the sites also have a water-sewer combination. There are three bathhouses with 16 showers. Other features on the property are a heated swimming pool, a playground, a clubhouse, an arcade building and miniature golf. Outdoor movies and hayrides are available during the summer months on Saturday nights.

      Palace Campgrounds
      11357 U.S. Hwy. 20
      West, Galena, IL 61036
      815-777-2466
      palacecampground.com

    Seven Eagles Resort and Campground

    • Located 30 minutes south of Galena, the Seven Eagles Resort and Campground is situated next to the Spring Lake Wildlife Refuge and the Great River Bike Path. You have your choice of staying in cabins, tent sites or at full-hookup RV sites that have 20- 30- and 50-amp electric, water and sewer.

      Two playgrounds, a heated pool, a theater, a clubhouse, a laundromat, a bathhouse with free showers and paddle boats are among the many amenities. Children and adults also can fish in the campground's stocked pond.

      Seven Eagles Resort and Campground
      Route 84
      Savanna, IL 61074
      815-273-7301
      goseveneagles.com

    Rustic Barn Campground

    • The Rustic Barn Campground actually is located in Wisconsin but is only 17 miles from Galena. The Rustic Barn Campground has 58 sites that come with water and electrical hookups. Twenty of those sites are long pull-throughs with 50-amp electrical service. Campers also can opt for tent sites.

      A bathhouse is within easy walking distance of all the sites. Fire rings and firewood are available. A dumping station is located at the entrance, and a chapel is on the grounds. The Rustic Barn has an office, store and large lounge room.

      3854 Dry Hollow Road
      Kieler, WI 53812
      608-568-7797
      rusticbarnrvpark.com

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