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Best campgrounds near Sumner, IL
Horse Camp - Red Hills State Park
Sumner, IL (2 miles away)
$$$$$
(8 sites)
Beall Woods State Park
Mount Carmel, IL (25 miles away)
$$$$$
(16 sites)
+2
New Vision RV Park LLC
Oaktown, IN (26 miles away)
$$$$$
(45 sites)
+5
Hickory Holler Campground
West York, IL (30 miles away)
Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday
Grayville, IL (33 miles away)
$$$$$
(41 sites)
+3
Sullivan County Park & Lake
Sullivan, IN (37 miles away)
Hillbilly Acres Campground LLC
Linton, IN (40 miles away)
$$$$$
+6
Weather Rock Camp Ground
Haubstadt, IN (42 miles away)
Casey KOA
Casey, IL (42 miles away)
$$$$$
(78 sites)
+10
Lakeside - Lincoln Trail State Park
Marshall, IL (44 miles away)
$$$$$
(100 sites)
+5
Plainview - Lincoln Trail State Park
Marshall, IL (44 miles away)
$$$$$
(105 sites)
+5
Prairie Creek Park
Terre Haute, IN (45 miles away)
$$$$$
(42 sites)
Most common amenities
Toilets Grills Tables Dump station Pet friendly Playground Showers Firewood Trails Hiking
Camping near Sumner, Illinois
Sumner sits in Lawrence County in southeastern Illinois, roughly midway between Olney and Lawrenceville along U.S. 50. The town is best known as a gateway to Red Hills State Park, a wooded preserve of hills, ravines, and springs that includes some of the highest terrain between St. Louis and Cincinnati. The park anchors most of the local camping options and sits within a short drive of the Wabash River corridor along the Illinois-Indiana border.
RV travelers have a mix of state park campgrounds and family-run private parks to choose from. Horse Camp - Red Hills State Park serves equestrian visitors on the south side of Red Hills, while the main state park campground offers Class A electric sites for larger rigs. Beall Woods State Park, about 30 miles south near Mount Carmel, adds a rustic option with a small campground and a fishing lake.
Private parks in the area include Hickory Holler Campground, New Vision RV Park LLC, and the Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday just off Interstate 64. Together they cover full-hookup pull-throughs, tent sites, and cabins for travelers passing through or basing longer stays.
Things to do around Sumner
Red Hills State Park is the primary draw. The park lake supports fishing and boating, and the grounds include a viewing tower, a restaurant, and separate trail networks for hikers north of U.S. 50 and horseback riders south of it. Several miles of trail are open to bikers and equestrians when soil conditions allow.
Beall Woods State Park protects one of the few tracts of old-growth timber remaining east of the Mississippi, with tall hardwoods and a well-defined trail network. The park sits on the Wabash River and includes a fishing lake, a visitor center, and picnic areas. Families camping at Hickory Holler Campground or the Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday have on-site extras such as fishing lakes, a swimming pool, mini-golf, and playgrounds within the campground itself.
Camping spots and RV parks near Sumner, IL
Seasonal patterns and closures
- spring
March - May
64° / 43°F 113 mmWettest season; wildflowers bloom, trails often muddy
- summer
June - August
86° / 64°F 98 mmHot and humid; peak bookings and frequent thunderstorms
- fall
September - November
68° / 45°F 90 mmDriest stretch; strong October foliage color
- winter
December - February
41° / 23°F 73 mmCold with occasional snow; some state park facilities closed
Red Hills State Park is open year-round to day-use visitors, but the Illinois Department of Natural Resources treats most campsites as reservable from May 1 through October 31, with some parks accepting year-round reservations. Peak demand at Red Hills falls between April and October, and reservations are recommended through that stretch.
Spring brings wildflowers, greening woods, and the highest rainfall of the year, so campers should expect muddy equestrian trails and occasional flooding on low-lying park roads. Summer is warm and humid with frequent thunderstorms, and biting insects can be persistent in wooded parks like Beall Woods, so bug spray is worth packing. Fall delivers the most reliable dry weather and strong foliage color through October.
Winters are cold with occasional snow and ice. The Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday and Hickory Holler Campground stay open year-round, but state park facilities such as showers may be shut down, and cold-weather camping at Red Hills is limited to a reduced set of sites.
How to book a site
Illinois state park campsites, including Red Hills State Park and its equestrian Horse Camp, are booked through the Illinois DNR's ExploreMoreIL online system. Reservations must be made at least three days before arrival, and a non-refundable reservation fee plus the full camping fee is charged at booking. Camping permits are picked up from park staff on arrival, and most parks also hold a portion of sites as first-come, first-served.
Beall Woods State Park relies largely on first-come, first-served rustic sites without electric hookups, so arriving early in the day helps secure a spot large enough for a trailer. Private parks are booked directly: the Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday takes reservations through the KOA website, and Hickory Holler Campground and New Vision RV Park LLC accept phone and online bookings. Summer weekends and holidays fill fastest across all options.
What to expect on arrival
The main Red Hills campground offers Class A sites with electricity, water access, a dump station, and a modern shower building with flush toilets. Some pads are pull-through, and interior park roads are paved and wide enough for larger motorhomes.
Beall Woods State Park is more primitive: expect basic toilets, picnic tables, and a dump station but no electric or water hookups at the sites, and only a few pads fit larger RVs. Cell service is generally available but can be spotty deeper in wooded loops.
Private parks offer the fullest amenity mix. The Grayville / I-64 KOA Holiday has RV sites, cabins, a restaurant, mini-golf, and a playground, while Hickory Holler Campground provides 30- and 50-amp sites, laundry, showers, fishing lakes, and a swimming pool. New Vision RV Park LLC focuses on straightforward full-hookup pull-throughs suited to longer stays.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Sumner, IL
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Camping conditions in the U.S. vary by region and elevation, so check the local season, road access, and reservation requirements before you book. Federal campgrounds use Recreation.gov and state parks each have their own systems. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near Sumner, IL?
Campsite prices near Sumner, IL depend on the type of campground. State park sites typically run $20-$45 with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run $40-$100, with tourist-hub locations charging more. Nearby Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management sites are usually $10-$25, often without hookups.
Is there any free camping near Sumner, IL?
Free camping near Sumner, IL depends on what federal public land is in driving distance. Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land usually allows up to 14 days of dispersed camping at one spot. Check fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near Sumner, IL?
Camping near Sumner, IL works best in the shoulder seasons, with spring and fall hitting the sweet spot in most of the country. Summer is peak in northern climates; winter is peak in the southern and desert states. Local weather and elevation drive the specifics.
How far are RV campgrounds from Sumner, IL?
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Where are dump stations near Sumner, IL?
Dump stations near Sumner, IL are usually at private RV parks and state park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in Sumner, IL?
Renting a RV in Sumner, IL works best in the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) across most of the U.S. Peak rental demand runs June through August nationwide, while the snowbird stretch from December through March drives winter demand in the southern states and southwest deserts.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in Sumner, IL?
RV rentals in Sumner, IL peak from June through August when school is out. Shoulder months (April, May, September, October) usually have better availability and lower rates. Winter is high season for snowbird destinations in Florida, Arizona, Texas, and southern California.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in Sumner, IL?
Yes. Many RVezy hosts in the U.S. deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. It's especially useful for first-time renters and for trips into remote areas where backing in a big rig isn't fun.
Can the RV be delivered near Sumner, IL?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Sumner, IL at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.
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