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Camping at Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday near Creal Springs

KOA campground · Creal Springs

A forested campground near fishing, hiking, and mountain biking.

About this campground

Discover Marion/Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday, the premier destination for campers seeking fun, adventure, and natural beauty. Located in Southern Illinois, our campground is nestled within the renowned Shawnee National Forest alongside the stunning Lake of Egypt.

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  • Pets welcome
  • Fishing
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Campsites

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Amenities & location

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 80 Max Length
  • Wi Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Snack Bar
  • Fishing
  • Firewood
  • Pavilion
  • Dog Park
  • Boat Launch Fuel Dock
  • Boat Slips
  • Coffee Bar
Pets
Pets welcome

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Listing Creal Springs, IL (map in Location below)
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Guides for this trip

  • Camping with dogs
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights7 sites open for every night

Tall Tree Lake

7.8 mi from Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday (straight-line)
Sites from $20/night
$40 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Hipcamp · you book on their site
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights9 sites open for every night

Cedar Lake Campground

8.2 mi from Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday (straight-line)
Sites from $30/night
$60 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night

Meadow Ridge Farm

15.1 mi from Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA Holiday (straight-line)
Sites $45/night
$90 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Hipcamp · you book on their site
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Ways to stay

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  • Tent camping here: 1 sites take tents. See open sites ↑

Need an RV for your stay?

Rentals that may deliver here. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

2020 Cherokee Wolf pup
2020 Cherokee Wolf pup

Travel trailer · 16 ft · sleeps 4 · 17 mi from campground

$80/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available

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2021 Forest River Grey Wolf Wolf Pup
2021 Forest River Grey Wolf Wolf Pup

Toy hauler · 23 ft · sleeps 4 · 138 mi from campground

$119/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available

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2017 Thor Freedom Elite
2017 Thor Freedom Elite

Class C motorhome · 32 ft · sleeps 10 · 154 mi from campground

$195/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available

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