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Buck Ridge Campground Introduce

Welcome to Buck Ridge Campground, a primitive camping destination located in Ozark, Illinois, catering to the Campgrounds & RV Parks category. This campground offers a secluded and rustic experience, ideal for those seeking a quiet escape into nature.

Environment and Atmosphere:

Buck Ridge Campground is described as a secluded and quiet location, surrounded by a beautiful lake and forest. The campground has a somewhat abandoned feel, offering a sense of privacy and isolation. The area provides a natural setting with plenty of firewood available. It is important to note that the campground is primitive, with overgrown sites and limited maintenance, creating a truly off-the-grid experience.

Services and Features:

  • Primitive Camping: The campground offers a primitive camping experience with no amenities.
  • Free Camping: The campground is currently free to camp at.
  • Secluded Location: The campground is secluded, offering privacy and a quiet environment.
  • Natural Setting: The campground is surrounded by a beautiful lake and forest.
  • Gravel Boat Ramp: A gravel boat ramp is located nearby, providing access to the lake.
  • Pack In, Pack Out: The campground operates on a pack in, pack out basis, meaning campers must remove all trash.
  • No Toilets: There are no toilet facilities available at the campground.

Customer Feedback:

Reviews indicate that the campground was previously overgrown and neglected but has been cleaned up, particularly for the eclipse. It is described as a quiet and secluded location, ideal for those seeking a primitive camping experience. The absence of amenities, including toilets, is emphasized, and campers are advised to pack in and pack out. The availability of firewood and the proximity to the lake are highlighted as positive aspects. Some reviewers recommend keeping this location a "hidden gem" due to its secluded nature and free camping.

Promotional Information:

For local users seeking a free and primitive camping experience in a secluded natural setting, Buck Ridge Campground offers a unique opportunity. With its quiet atmosphere, lake access, and rustic environment, it's ideal for those looking to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors. However, campers should be prepared for a truly primitive experience with no amenities and a pack in, pack out policy. Check for updates on the campground's condition before planning your trip.

Location

IllinoisJohnson CountyOzark

Customer Reviews

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16 reviews
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Julian Docherty
Nov 04, 2024

This campground was basically forgotten. Sites are overgrown and need cleaned up to camp... but it's quiet, surrounded by beautiful lake and forest, and with it damn near looking abandoned, i had the place to myself, plenty of firewood, no trash everywhere but just vegitation.. no toilets pack in pack out style camping.. dont tell anyone you found this place 😉, Check out my facebook for more!

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Ken Horney
May 02, 2024

This place is definitely open again and free to camp, it was reopened for the eclipse and cleaned up. No Amenities. Does have a gravel boat ramp close by.

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Mark Elliott
Sep 15, 2024

We camped here for the eclipse and now we want to come back every year. It was an amazing yet primitive campground.

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Herb Zinn
Nov 22, 2024

Dispersed camping on the lakefront

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zach robinson
Dec 18, 2018

This place isn't in service anymore,although foot traffic is welcome you can't drive in. I camp out there all the time.

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Wood Family (Barefoottravelers)
Jun 02, 2025

Beautiful place. It was quite mostly there were some party boats out. There are a lot of camp spots that are overgrown. But there are some that weren't. The left there are a few that were really nice and you can get the water. There was a big one in the back .