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Kayak Starved Rock Campground

88%

· Ottawa, La Salle, Illinois

42 acres hosted by Kayak S.

19 Vehicle/Tent sites · 21 tent sites

Waterfront Primitive Camping we allow primitive tent camping(whole campground), tear drop campers & pop up campers(sites 60 and up) and campervans(whole campground) we are right on the illinois river across from Starved Rock State Park. Towering views of St. Peters sandstone bluffs, soaring bald eagles and sandy islands. We are primitive. no water no electric. Just beautiful riverside camping with ultra clean pimped out porta potties that have wipes, underarm spray deodorant, air freshener and hand sanitizer. Please note kayak rentals or guided kayak tours are not included but may be purchased onsite or from our website kayak starved rock campground Check-in time Mon-Thurs 3:00 pm-5:30PM Friday-Sun 3:00PM-7:30PM Check-out time is 3:00 pm. KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND Camping Rules Our Rules are to promote a family friendly and safe camping experience We reserve the right to evict anyone without refund for improper behavior or failure to observe our rules and regulations. All Campers must check in/show ID at the KSRC office and sign a waiver and receive a parking pass/wristband. WE DO NOT ALLOW GUESTS! ANYONE ON THE PROPERTY MUST BE REGISTERED AHEAD OF TIME AS A CAMPER AND PAID FOR! All Campers are required to wear wristbands. All vehicles must have a Parking pass on the dashboard. Anyone within camp area must have a wristband on. You must be 21 y.o. to make a camping reservation. If anyone in the camping reservation is under 21 then someone 20 years older must be present at all times camping with the person(s) under 21 NO GENERATORS!!!!! NO MUSIC IS TO BE PLAYED THROUGH SPEAKERS AT ANY TIME QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 10PM TO 7AM THAT MEANS NO NOISE WHATSOEVER. Strictly Enforced Vehicular entry/exit is not permitted between these hours. Children should be on campsite by 9:00 pm. If you violate this rule you will be evicted without refund and you will be banned from ever camping again. Footwear must be worn at all times in the camping area. The speed limit is 10mph in the campground. We have Jumbo wood bundles for sale($8) at the front office. You may not use any wood(>3”diameter) found within the campground for your campfire. Swimming is prohibited from any beach in the campground. You may wade up to your thighs however, ALL CHILDREN MUST HAVE A LIFE JACKET ON AND BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES we do allow well behaved leashed dogs at this campground(please be advised that Eagles can harm small dogs. we are not responsible if your dog inflicts harm/and or injures Glass containers/bottles of any sort are prohibited in the campground. Garbage must be bagged and placed into the Dumpster within the Campground upon leaving. If any garbage is left at your site you will be charged a $50 cleaning fee. No fires permitted except in fire rings. Absolutely no firearms or fireworks! IF FOUND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE. No ATVs, dirt bikes, drones or motorized scooters (battery or gas) WE are not responsible for damage or theft of your personal belongings. Please leave all valuables at home. WE DO ALLOW WELL BEHAVED LEASHED DOGS AT THIS LOCATION ONLY 2 DOGS MAX PER CAMPSITE

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133 Ratings · 59 reviews

Armando Q.recommends

October 24, 2024

Site 152 - KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

This is my second time camping here with my family! This place is amazing for true quality camping experience! The staff are very friendly and they actually have truly clean port-a-potties! Highly recommend for someone looking to get out and enjoy the outdoors with family!

Juan J.recommends

September 22, 2024

Site87KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

Love camping

I love to be there camping and the employees are wonderful people very helpful and hospitable

Samantha Z.

September 3, 2024

Site 24 - KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

Your site number my not be right

The location of this campground was great - only 10 mins to Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks and downtown Utica. My biggest piece of constructive feedback was that when booking through Hipcamp, I thought I chose a specific site (#24) which was shaded and would have provided a great spot for my young family, especially considering we had planned to spend much time with the children at the campsite. When I arrived, we were given a different site that was exposed to direct sun most of the day. I went up to ask about it. The young attendant first, lectured me on booking through third party sites and second, told me they were almost fully booked because it was a holiday weekend and then moved on to a new customer. I was honestly so surprised at the lack of customer service. That evening, there were 4 sites around us that were empty -- 3 of which were in shade. The next day, my husband inquired about the shaded spot behind us and we were able to move. It was our first camping trip with our 5yo and 3yo and her rudeness put a damper on the overall experience.

Heather S.doesn't recommend

September 2, 2024

Site 22 - KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

Huge production, not what we thought we were getting into. People on top of each other. Turned around and left after 5 minutes.

Michael B.recommends

August 30, 2024

Site 146 - KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

Easy Camping

Easy check in. Porta Potty’s clean. No water so plan accordingly. Lots of space to spread out with great exploring nearby for the kids. Convenient location close to the state parks and great place to day trip from. Would definitely stay again!

Charlie K.

August 30, 2024

Site 21 - KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND

Good location on the Illinois River

We enjoyed our stay at Kayak Starved Rock but felt that it could have used a bit of trimming up. The porta potties were clean, but in some cases had vegetation, including poison ivy, around the outside. Otherwise it was free of debris and clean. As for kayaking, though it was on the Illinois River, the designated kayak area was quite limited in an alcove surrounded by water lilies. Those wanting to venture further (using the company’s kayaks) would be discouraged. The location was good, just across the river from Starved Rock State Park and a very interesting visitors center down river for the adjacent dam and locks. And it should be noted that this stretch of the Illinois River was quite active with barges so those kayaking should take care.

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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

Hosted by Kayak S.

Joined in March 2018

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