Rental RVs in River Forest, IL
Class C in Addison
2013 • (18)
$192 USD /night
Hybrid in Joliet
2021 • (4)
$95 USD /night
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Class B in Northbrook
2023 • (4)
$263 USD /night
Class B in Hanover-Park
2022 • (7)
$215 USD /night
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Travel Trailer in Lombard
2021 • (1)
$145 USD /night
Class C in Batavia
2024 • (7)
$275 USD /night
Class A in South-Chicago-Heights
2017 • New listing
$215 USD /night
Travel Trailer in New-Lenox
2021 • New listing
$125 USD /night
Class C in New-Lenox
2022 • (2)
$249 USD /night
River Forest RV rental: How it works
Planning an RV trip in River Forest, IL is simple with RVezy. Search available RVs, compare options, choose pickup or delivery, and book securely online. Whether you are heading to a campground, national park, or weekend getaway, your adventure starts here.
1. Explore RV rentals
Browse a wide range of campervans, travel trailers, and motorhomes. Filter by dates, price, amenities, RV type, or delivery availability to find the right fit for your trip.
2. Choose pickup or delivery
Pick up your RV from a local host in River Forest, IL or arrange delivery directly to your campsite, home, or other approved destination.
3. Get ready to travel
Confirm your booking and coordinate details with your host before departure. Insurance coverage and roadside assistance are included, so you can travel with confidence.
Recent River Forest RV rental reviews
Kenny is great to work with!! Second time renting this RV and we love it! So spacious, comfortable, and clean!
Kaila Zimmerman
Oct 2025
Wonderful across the board. The RV was clean, drove perfectly (mountains of Colorado and New Mexico), and was impeccably organized. They have clearly thought through all the things that might be needed on a long trip and made them easily accessible. The toilet cassette was easy to empty (particularly in a latrine -- 3-5 minutes with no mess). The refrigerator and cabinets have plenty of space and beds were comfortable. It was easy to stop and sleep overnight in parks. We were really pleased and would happily rent this RV again.
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Brian Urban
Aug 2025
We had an amazing time with Towanda, so well equipped and very easy to drive and settle in. Tricia was great answering questions for us throughout and made our US roadtrip stress-free!
Hannah T
Jul 2025
Matthew was a great person. He was there on time very punctual took time to show me how to use everything even kept in contact with me throughout the day just to make sure everything was going fine even came back to the church service to see how everything ran and I’m grateful to meet him. Look forward to doing business with him in the future.
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edward greer
Jul 2025
Excellent!! Simply the best. So professional and helpful and friendly and dependable. Will use again in the near future. The van was great and very reliable. Fit our needs just right. Clean and orderly and drove and rode great. We have nothing foul to say. Jacob and his wife seem to be lovely people and bent over backwards to make our experience great!! Overall an excellent experience for our first time renting and our first time using rvezy. Peace be with you.
Thomas Flach
Jul 2025
The RV rental company was exceptional with everything I they did. The RV was exceptionally clean. Shane was very nice and he accommodated every request that we ask for. We are so happy to have The AV Rental factory company. We will recommend RV to our friends and we will rent from them again. Thank you, RV staff for everything.
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Nathaniel Vizcayno
Aug 2024
We had a ball the rv was like a little house everything worked even the flat screen tv experiencing nature out in the wilderness was amazing I advised you to take the journey with an rv And a kind host like Joseph thanks again.
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Dorothy J Lewis Carr
Jun 2024
Excellent propriétaire qui prend soin de son VR. Très à l’écoute et tout s’est très bien déroulé. Seuls bémols dont nous n’étions pas au courant à la réservation… Pas d’eau chaude et pas de déchets solides dans la toilette. Sinon, A+ 👍😊
Fred Giroux
Sep 2024
RV friendly events in River Forest, IL
Lollapalooza
Four days. Eight stages. Over 170 artists lighting up Grant Park in the heart of Chicago. Lollapalooza is more than a music festival; it is a summer experience you carry with you long after the last note fades. Rent an RV and arrive as your own home base, with everything you need just steps from the city's best festival energy.
View event detailsCountry Thunder Wisconsin
Feel the bass roll across the bowl as the sun drops over the water. Country Thunder Wisconsin brings national country acts to Twin Lakes for a long summer weekend of music, camping culture, and friends you have not met yet. Roll in with an RV and turn the festival into a full vacation: your kitchen for midnight snacks, a quiet place to recharge between sets, and the freedom to explore Lake Geneva country when you want a slower morning.
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Popular State Parks near River Forest, IL
RVezy vs. Traditional RV rental
RVezy rentals
- Book directly from local RV owners
- Choose the exact RV you want
- Delivery to your campsite, home, or destination
- More variety: trailers, motorhomes, and campers
Traditional RV rental
- Limited fleet from a rental company
- Exact RV not guaranteed
- Pickup only at retail locations
- Fewer RV types and less availability
RV delivery to a campground, made simple
Skip the pickup. Skip the towing. Get an RV delivered and set up at your campsite so you can arrive, unpack, and start your trip stress-free.
Choose your perfect RV
Browse RVs that offer delivery to your site and book the one that fits your budget and adventure style.
Lock in your campsite
Reserve your campsite with the hookups and amenities you need. We’ll help you find RVs that meet site requirements.
Arrive and relax
Your host delivers and sets up the RV before you get there. Just show up and start enjoying your trip.
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Frequently asked questions about renting an RV in River Forest, IL
How much does it cost to rent an RV in River Forest, IL?
RV rental in River Forest is often more affordable than booking hotels in nearby downtown Chicago. On RVezy you'll typically find campervans starting around $90 to $150 per night, Class C motorhomes around $175 to $275, and larger Class A motorhomes or fifth wheels from $250 to $400+. Weekday and shoulder-season bookings (April, May, September, October) are noticeably cheaper than peak summer. For a cheap RV rental in River Forest, search travel trailers, book midweek, and use the price filter to set your nightly budget. Pro tip: Cook County Forest Preserve campgrounds start around $30 per night, which keeps your total trip cost down.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=River%20Forest%2C%20IllinoisDo I need a special license to rent an RV in River Forest, Illinois?
Good news: for nearly every RV you'll rent on RVezy in River Forest, your standard Class D driver's license is all you need. Illinois only requires an upgraded non-commercial license once a personal-use motorhome exceeds 16,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which is well above the vast majority of campervans, travel trailers, and Class C motorhomes listed on the platform. You'll also need to be 25 or older with a valid license, and ID verification happens right inside the RVezy booking flow. Visiting from out of state? Illinois recognizes your home-state license classification. Pro tip: filter for Class B campervans or Class C motorhomes if you want the easiest driving experience around the Chicago suburbs.
ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles/license-plate-guide/truck-and-trailer-plates/rv.htmlWhat protection and roadside assistance comes with my River Forest RV rental?
Every RV rental in River Forest booked through RVezy includes a renter protection plan plus 24/7 roadside assistance, so you can head out to Starved Rock or Indiana Dunes with real peace of mind. You choose your protection level at checkout (not the host), and it covers most accidental damage to the RV based on the plan you select. Roadside assistance covers flat tires, lockouts, dead batteries, fuel delivery, and towing. Pro tip: save the RVezy support number to your phone before pickup so it's one tap away if you ever need help on I-290 or rural Illinois backroads.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailWhat happens if I need to cancel my River Forest RV trip?
Booking is low-risk: RVezy sets the cancellation policy (not individual hosts), and every booking includes a money-back grace period right after you book so you can change your mind without penalty. After the grace period, refund amounts depend on how far out you are from your trip start date. If a host cancels on you, RVezy provides a full refund or travel credit. You'll see the full policy details on the checkout screen before you confirm. Pro tip: book early to lock in the best rigs for summer weekends, knowing the grace period has your back if plans shift.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360037736674-Understanding-the-cancellation-policy-for-guestsCan I bring my dog on a River Forest RV rental?
Absolutely, pet-friendly RV rental in River Forest is easy to find on RVezy: just toggle the Pet-Friendly filter and you'll see listings where dogs are welcomed by the host. Your pup will love the area too. The Thatcher Woods and Trailside Museum trails run right along the Des Plaines River in River Forest, and the nearby Cook County Forest Preserves allow leashed dogs on miles of paved and crushed-limestone paths. Many forest preserve campgrounds like Camp Bullfrog Lake in Willow Springs also welcome leashed pets. Pro tip: message the host before booking to confirm any pet fee and whether they provide a pet bed or bowls, then plan a sunrise walk along the Des Plaines River Trail just minutes from town.
fpdcc.com/things-to-do/camping/camping-reservations-rules/Can the RV be delivered to me in River Forest?
Yes, RV delivery in River Forest is one of the most popular options on RVezy, and it's a game-changer if it's your first time renting an RV. Many hosts will drive the motorhome or travel trailer to your home, a Cook County campground like Camp Sullivan in Oak Forest or Camp Bullfrog Lake in Willow Springs, or even a tailgate spot, then level it, hook it up, and walk you through every system before they leave. Delivery fees usually run per mile from the host's location, so closer hosts mean lower costs. Pro tip: use the Delivery filter on RVezy and message a couple of hosts about delivering straight to your campground so you never have to drive the rig yourself.
fpdcc.com/things-to-do/camping/How does mileage work, and how far can I drive from River Forest?
Mileage is flexible on RVezy, and many hosts in the River Forest area offer generous daily allowances or even an RV rental with unlimited mileage, which is perfect if you're planning a longer road trip. Each listing shows the included miles per day plus the per-mile fee for any overage, so there are no surprises. From River Forest you're well placed for big trips: Starved Rock State Park is about 95 miles southwest (under 2 hours), Indiana Dunes National Park sits 60 miles east, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin is 80 miles north, and the Wisconsin Dells are roughly 200 miles northwest. Pro tip: estimate your total round-trip mileage before booking and filter for hosts whose package matches, you'll save real money.
nps.gov/indu/index.htmWhere are the best campgrounds near River Forest, IL?
You've got some excellent options for RV camping near River Forest, all within an hour's drive. Camp Bullfrog Lake in Willow Springs (about 15 miles south) is the closest full-service spot, with 30/50-amp electric, water, a dump station, and access to the 100-mile Palos Trail System. Camp Sullivan in Oak Forest (around 20 miles) offers RV sites with hookups and bathhouses. Camp Reinberg in Palatine sits near Deer Grove's mountain bike trails. For a resort vibe, Hollywood Casino RV Resort in Joliet has full 50-amp hookups, and Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort up near Volo is family-friendly with a beach. Pro tip: book Cook County Forest Preserve sites at fpdcc.com or by calling 855-YES-CAMP, they're the cheapest way to camp this close to Chicago.
fpdcc.com/things-to-do/camping/When is the best time of year for an RV trip from River Forest?
Late May through early October is the sweet spot for an RV road trip from River Forest, with average highs of 75 to 84 F in summer and gorgeous 60s to low 70s in September and early October. July and August are warmest (and busiest), while late September brings cool nights, fall colors along the Des Plaines River, and noticeably lower campground prices. Spring (April to mid-May) can be rainy and cool (50s to 60s) but excellent for shoulder-season deals. Winter RV trips are absolutely doable too: Camp Bullfrog Lake, Camp Sullivan, and Camp Reinberg stay open year-round. Pro tip: book a fall weekend at Starved Rock for canyon hikes when the maples and oaks light up.
weather.gov/lot/I've never rented an RV before. Will I be able to handle it?
You've got this, and first time renting an RV in River Forest is easier than you'd think. Every RVezy host gives you a hands-on orientation at pickup: they'll walk you through driving, leveling, the generator, propane, water tanks, the awning, and how to dump everything. You can message the host with questions before you book, during your trip, or anytime in between. If it's your very first time, choose a Class B campervan or smaller Class C motorhome, both drive much like an oversized van. Pro tip: skip city driving on day one by booking delivery to a campground like Camp Bullfrog Lake or Channahon State Park, then practice in the campground loop before heading out.
dnr.illinois.gov/parks.htmlWhat if something goes wrong on the road during my trip?
Help is never far away. Every RVezy booking includes 24/7 roadside assistance covering flat tires, dead batteries, lockouts, fuel delivery, and towing, so a flat on I-290 or a dead battery in a Starved Rock parking lot won't ruin your trip. RVezy's customer support team is also available before, during, and after every trip if you have questions or need help reaching your host. Your host is usually a quick text away too, since they know their RV better than anyone. Pro tip: snap photos of the dashboard, generator, and propane gauge during your walkthrough so you can reference them later if something needs troubleshooting on the road.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailCan I take my River Forest RV rental across state lines or into Canada?
Yes, interstate travel is part of the fun of an RV road trip from River Forest, and you're perfectly positioned for it. Wisconsin (Lake Geneva, the Dells, Door County), Indiana (Indiana Dunes National Park), Michigan (Saugatuck, Sleeping Bear Dunes), and Iowa are all easy reaches with no special permits needed for a personal-use RV. Cross-border travel to Canada may be allowed depending on the specific host and their insurance, so message them through the listing to confirm before booking. Important: travel to Mexico is not permitted on RVezy rentals because insurance coverage doesn't extend there. Pro tip: a Lake Michigan loop through Indiana, Michigan, and back via Wisconsin is one of the Midwest's best week-long RV trips.
cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/know-before-you-goWhat should I budget for fuel on a River Forest RV trip?
Fuel is one of the biggest variables, so plan ahead and you'll be in great shape. Most Class C motorhomes get around 8 to 12 miles per gallon, campervans (Class B) often hit 16 to 20 mpg, and travel trailers depend on your tow vehicle. Illinois gas prices typically run a little above the national average, often $3.50 to $4.20 per gallon for regular, and diesel tracks similarly. For a 500-mile round trip in a Class C, budget roughly $175 to $250 in fuel. Pro tip: fill up in the suburbs before heading downtown or onto the tollway, prices at Pilot or Flying J off I-80 (Minooka or Channahon) are usually 20 to 40 cents cheaper than near O'Hare.
eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/How far in advance should I book a campground near River Forest?
Book as early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Cook County Forest Preserve campgrounds (Camp Bullfrog Lake, Camp Sullivan, Camp Reinberg) open all next-year reservations on November 15 and popular summer weekends sell out within weeks. Reserve at fpdcc.com/camping or by calling 855-YES-CAMP (855-937-2267). Illinois state parks like Starved Rock and Channahon use Reserve America (camp.exploremoreil.com) and also book up 4 to 6 months ahead for peak season. For shoulder-season trips (April, late September, October), you can often find sites just a week or two out. Pro tip: midweek nights almost always have availability even when Saturdays are full, so consider a Tuesday-to-Thursday trip if you're flexible.
camp.exploremoreil.com/What's it like driving an RV in and around River Forest?
River Forest itself is a quiet, leafy suburb with low-traffic residential streets, which makes it a much friendlier launch point than driving an RV through downtown Chicago. You'll want to avoid Lower Wacker Drive, the Loop, and any posted low-clearance viaducts (some south-side underpasses are 10 to 12 feet). Stick to I-290, I-294, and I-90/I-94 for getting out of town, which all easily accommodate large rigs. Watch for tollway entrances (have I-PASS or pay online at illinoistollway.com within 14 days). Summer thunderstorms can roll in fast, and winter brings snow and ice November through March. Pro tip: leave early on Friday or after 7 pm to dodge the brutal Eisenhower Expressway rush hour heading out of the city.
illinoistollway.com/What amenities will I find at campgrounds near River Forest?
Campgrounds near River Forest range from full-hookup resorts to electric-only forest preserve sites, so you can pick what matches your rig. Camp Bullfrog Lake has 30/50-amp electric, water, a dump station, bathhouses with hot showers, and accommodates RVs up to 38 feet. Camp Sullivan and Camp Reinberg offer electric and water (no on-site dump, but Camp Bullfrog's dump station is 20 minutes away). Hollywood Casino RV Resort in Joliet has full 50-amp hookups, Wi-Fi, and a pool. Most sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and free firewood at check-in (no outside firewood allowed in Cook County due to Emerald Ash Borer rules). Pro tip: top off fresh water before leaving the campground, well water at some local sites is high in iron.
fpdcc.com/things-to-do/camping/camping-reservations-rules/What's included inside an RVezy rental in River Forest?
You'll be set up to live comfortably from day one. Most motorhome rentals in River Forest come with a full kitchen (fridge, stove, microwave, sink, cookware), a bathroom with toilet and shower, sleeping for 4 to 8 people, climate control (furnace and roof A/C), seatbelts for every traveling passenger, and a dinette that converts to extra sleeping. Many hosts include linens, a TV, Bluetooth speakers, outdoor chairs, a propane grill, and a generator for off-grid power. Wi-Fi varies by host, so confirm in the listing if you need to work remotely. Pro tip: filter by Sleeps count and scroll the photos carefully, then message the host to confirm exactly what's included so you don't double-pack.
enjoyillinois.com/plan-your-trip/places-to-stay/camping-and-rv-parks-in-illinois/What add-ons and pickup options do River Forest hosts typically offer?
Hosts in the River Forest and greater Chicago area love to make your trip easier with practical add-ons. Common options include linens and bedding packages, kitchen kits, camping chairs and tables, propane grills, bike racks, generators, portable Wi-Fi hotspots, and even pre-stocked kitchens. Delivery and setup is widely available, which is huge if you don't want to drive an RV through Oak Park or onto the Eisenhower. Pickup is usually scheduled in the early afternoon and dropoff before noon, but many hosts offer flexible windows if you ask. Mileage policies vary by listing, with some offering unlimited miles for local trips. Pro tip: bundle delivery plus a linens package, you'll save the hassle of city driving and packing sheets for a campervan rental River Forest trip.
enjoyillinois.com/things-to-do/outdoor-activities/How do payment and the security deposit work on RVezy?
Payment is handled securely through RVezy, never directly with the host, so you're protected from start to finish. When you book, you'll pay the rental cost (split into installments for trips booked far in advance) plus any add-ons and the protection plan you choose. A separate refundable security deposit is held before your trip start, and the amount is shown on the listing and varies by RV. As long as you return the RV in the agreed condition with the correct fuel and tank levels, your deposit is released after the trip. Pro tip: do a thorough walkaround at pickup, photograph any existing scratches or dings with timestamps, and confirm fuel and propane levels with your host so dropoff is smooth and your full deposit comes right back.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038106214-How-the-security-deposit-worksWhere can I park an RV in River Forest or nearby Chicago?
Here's the honest scoop: the City of Chicago prohibits parking any RV over 22 feet on residential streets at any time, so plan to overnight at a campground rather than on city streets. River Forest and most western suburbs follow similar rules. The smart move is to stay at a campground like Camp Bullfrog Lake (15 miles south) or Camp Sullivan (20 miles), then take Metra's Union Pacific West line from River Forest into the Loop, or drive your car in for the day. For day trips, lots near Soldier Field and the Adler Planetarium accept large vehicles for a fee (no overnight). Pro tip: request RV delivery to your driveway or campground so you skip city parking headaches entirely on your River Forest RV trip.
chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/supp_info/revenue/parking_your_commercialtruckinchicago.html