Illiwek Forest Preserve Campground offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature in a serene setting. Located along the Mississippi River, this campground provides a rustic experience for outdoor enthusiasts. With tent-only sites and access to nearby attractions, it's perfect for those seeking an authentic camping adventure.
Customer feedback highlights both positive and negative experiences. Many appreciate the natural setting and convenience, while others note limitations in amenities and seasonal access. Potential campers are encouraged to verify availability during their planned visit.
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
RV camping
RV electric hookup
RV water hookup
Hiking
Barbecue grill
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Public shower
Restroom
Running water
Slides
Tent sites
Credit cards
Debit cards
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
Not open for winter camping . All over the Internet it says this campground is open year-round. It is December I’ve called and left a message. As not to waste time because so many of our state and federal properties say they’re open year around and when you get there, they are closed. My guess is they have college graduates putting their websites together. State and federal websites are the worst informative things I’ve ever been on they tell you all about the things you don’t really care about . After a lengthy searching and then driving past the following day I see they are not open year around. Year around must mean something different to me than it does to state and federal campgrounds and their employees .after seeing this Campground it is definitely probably one of the worst campgrounds. I think I’ve ever seen. It is more like a parking lot in between the railroad tracks and the river with the zero privacy . Notice many of the camp spots are right on the railroad track, I actually measured from the railroad track to the campsites. The engineer of the train must laugh every time he rides by . The fire pits are 22 walking steps from the train track. You would have more peace camping in the baboon exhibit at the zoo then you would at this place.. take heed. Follow me in my travels on Instagram all over the country and parts of the world At mylifemyterms55
Primitive camping experience. It was my first time camping and I liked it. I like that it was grassy, comes with a table/site and how you can hear and feel the breeze of Mississippi river. I didn’t have to bring an airbed since it was comfy enough for me. There’s not much to do other than fish and go for a bike ride. There are nearby stores to get some gas and food and the they have a lot of bathrooms-$5/key and you rent it out or own it. It’s nice to just sit there and do nothing. I wish were allowed to have more than 1 tent/site since they were huge.
Super awesome staff, beautiful lots right along the river! Lovely nights to grill and enjoy the firepit!Get on the Bicycle trail it is steps away from your site!
On the Mississippi River and conveniently located close to I-80. Gravel sites with electric and water. $24 for non county residents and includes all fees/taxes. Outstanding staff. No reservations. MTB trails across the street and the 60 some mile Great River paved recreational trail runs through the park. Great value and location makes up for the noise. Main line train track right across the river in Iowa. A busy road and spur train track next to the park. Plenty of room for dogs and kids. Boat ramp in the park. Great fishing and the nearby Lock and Dam #14. You can fish from the park but when the water is low (late summer and fall) it is difficult because of the shore line. This is the perfect place to camp if you are in the Quad Cities for an event. Easy access to all cities.
Stayed one night in tent site just passing thru Was very nice right on the water Bathhouse was clean Bring some Bug spray and you should be good