Turkey Ridge Campground is a hidden gem nestled in the scenic hills of Southern Illinois, offering a perfect blend of nature and comfort for outdoor enthusiasts. Located in Goreville, IL, this charming campground provides a variety of amenities and services tailored to both tent campers and RV users. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, Turkey Ridge offers a serene environment with plenty of trails for hiking and exploring.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful night under the stars or an adventurous outdoor experience, Turkey Ridge Campground has something for everyone. The large campsites provide ample space for tents, hammocks, or RVs, ensuring privacy and comfort. The campground is also equipped with basic amenities like water pumps and outhouses, though visitors are encouraged to bring their own water and firewood.
Turkey Ridge Campground is an ideal destination for anyone seeking an authentic outdoor experience in Southern Illinois. With its beautiful surroundings, peaceful atmosphere, and diverse amenities, it's no wonder visitors return year after year.
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Public shower
Restroom
Running water
Tent sites
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
Came here for a night camping in March. It was cold, but with warm sleeping bags and blankets we were alright. We pretty much had the entire state park to ourselves, which was awesome. The campsite is large and each site is fairly private from the others, especially with fewer people there. The area is quite beautiful. I'd recommend bringing water, since the pump closest to us didn't work, and toilet paper for the outhouse, just in case it's gone. We also brought our own firewood, so I don't know whether they sell it nearby. Overall I would highly recommend this campsite! I was a bit dubious at first, but it's quite a beautiful place once you see it! Sadly I did not take pictures of the actual campsites, only of the hiking trails.
Great campground! My son and I go Camping in Southern Illinois every October. A friend brought us to Ferne Clyffe for the first time 8 years ago. We like to "Primitive" camp, these campsites work great for tent or hammock camping. Plenty of trails to hike as well!
I'm from Johnson county and it's always been just Fern Clyffe to me. I never took in the beauty & peace the place truly offers.i too recently kept it primitive camping & a stroll around the lake with my pup Emmy Lou and to stress again enjoy the beauty and peace of the place and leave it better than you found it. A quote of a lifetime. Leave It Better Than You Found It from birth to death it's a great day
Love camping here. It's the primitive camping within Ferne Clyffe State Park
Brought my son and a friend here to camp. We stayed in the primitive camping area, and we loved it.