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East Woods on the IL River

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· Ottawa, La Salle, Illinois
25 acres hosted by Katie T.
2 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Best in Illinois: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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Katie is a Star Host
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This 25 acre parcel was once owned by a sand mining company. There are mounds and valleys all along the Illinois River. We purchased the property in 1987, and cut in the road. The city of Ottawa recently annexed the property into the Ottawa city limits. It's like owning our own wild park.
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285 Ratings · 219 reviews
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Tom W.recommends
November 19, 2024
Ottawa IL East Woods / Rainbow Pond
Had an excellent time at Katie's property as usual! :)
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Mike V.recommends
November 10, 2024
Ottawa IL East Woods / Rainbow Pond
This is an amazing spot. Plenty of open room and trails. Lots of wildlife and river front access. You can see so many stars at night. Firepits at every site and plenty of wood to gather and burn.
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Daniel D.recommends
November 4, 2024
Goose Creek Lost Acre
Great Campsite
Wonderful section of property for camping. Katie was very helpful and even allowed us to stay another night without issues. The campsite was nice and secluded making it appear far from everything. Had a blast and would recommend to anyone.
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Ian C.recommends
November 3, 2024
Ottawa IL East Woods / Rainbow Pond
Amazing
Amazing place. We’ll be back!! Katie was a great host
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Steve S.recommends
October 28, 2024
Goose Creek Lost Acre
It was like being in a cathedral of trees. It's easy to imagine that you're alone in a pristine wilderness. Katie is a great host and very knowledgeable about the area. I think we're paying too little for the privilege of camping there.
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Jasmine D.recommends
October 23, 2024
Ottawa IL East Woods / Rainbow Pond
Very relaxing trip with tons of wildlife. Camp is really secluded and had lots of places to explore.
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Ottawa, La Salle, Illinois, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi), oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Katie T.

Joined in October 2017
Response rate: 100%
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