Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod: Rustic Camping in Crete, IL

8 reviews

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Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod Introduce

Welcome to Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod, a charming campground located in Crete, IL 60417. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, this location offers a rustic camping experience within a beautiful nature preserve.

Based on customer reviews, Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod provides a well-maintained and clean environment ideal for nature enthusiasts. The campground offers wooded sites that can accommodate up to 6 tents each, providing individual spaces for campers. There's also a central mowed grass area for larger groups. The preserve features short walking and equestrian trails, and a nature center, enhancing the outdoor experience.

Here's what Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod offers:

Wooded Campsites: Spacious wooded sites that can accommodate up to 6 tents, offering individual areas for campers.
Central Grass Area: A large mowed grass area for multiple tents, suitable for group camping.
Basic Amenities: Provides drinking water and latrines; however, there is no electricity available on-site.
Fire Rings and Picnic Tables: Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table for convenient outdoor dining and gatherings.
Hiking and Equestrian Trails: Short walking and equestrian trails for exploring the preserve.
Nature Center: An on-site nature center to learn about the local flora and fauna.
Clean and Maintained: The preserve is well-maintained and clean, ensuring a pleasant camping experience.
Tick Awareness: Campers are advised to bring insect repellent with promethazine due to the presence of ticks on the trails.
Non-Drive-Up Sites: Wooded sites are not drive-up, so a wagon is recommended for carrying camping gear.
Contact Information: Reach them at (708) 946-2216 or +1 708-946-2216.

If you're looking for a rustic camping experience in a natural setting, Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve Camping Pod is an excellent choice. Enjoy the tranquility of the wooded areas and explore the trails. Plan your visit and be prepared for a nature-filled adventure.

Details

Activities
Hiking

Amenities
Picnic tables
Running water
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes

Parking
On-site parking

Location

Illinois Will County Crete

Customer Reviews

4.0

8 reviews

Cindy

Jul 01, 2023

Great little Will county forest preserve district campground. No electricity but there is drinking water and latrines on site. The wooded sites can each accommodate 6 tents and it's arranged so that most tents can have their own little space. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There's a central area of mowed grass out in the open which is 2 more campsites that you can put multiple tents on. There are some short walking/equestrian trails and a nature center in the preserve. It's clean and maintained. And I was the one there camping on a Friday and Saturday night in June! The wooded sites are not drive-up so a wagon came in handy.

Todd Lewis

Apr 20, 2023

Nice and clean nature preserve. Well maintained hiking trails. Only issue is please bring off or something with promethazine in it if you're out walking. Ticks have started to emerge, although they aren't everywhere, it's better to plan so you don't bring any home with you.

Andrea Newenhouse

Feb 03, 2025

My favorite walking spot

Caleb Buroff

Aug 13, 2022

Camped here great place to camp in the summer

Edward Murray

Jun 09, 2024

Michael Schneider

Jun 02, 2025

The campground was awesome. It's easy to get to, freshly mown for the campsite, but you're still surrounded with the forest. It was beautiful to see the stars.