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Pond Ridge Adventure

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27 reviews

· Murphysboro, Jackson, Illinois · 50 acres

Hosted by David W.

35 tent sites

David is a Star Host

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We have 50 acres located in Southern Illinois 4 miles south of Murphysboro connected to 100 acres of Shawnee National forest.We set up a small family primitive campground for our family to enjoy every evening we ride our utv over from our house and watch the wildlife there are deer turkeys bobcats and many other small animal. Learn more about this land: Mostly suitable for Rv with generators and self contained unitsSurrounded by the scenic Shawnee National Forest, this location offers easy access to Big Muddy Brewing, various restaurants, shopping, and other attractions. It's ideal for RV campers with generators, and there are also primitive tent camping options. Pets are welcome—just be sure to keep an eye on the kids (kidding, of course)!

What to expect

Tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

7 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private. Must have a fire ring firewood available for purchase

Pets allowed

On leash. No pit bulls

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Pottie houses available for eclipse camping also charging station for cell phone’s and drinking water.

Potable water available

Hose. Drinking water will be available during the eclipse period

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

An over the fire cooking grill will be available first come first served

Picnic table absent

There will be a few picnic tables at the shelter that people can use also a grill is available for use

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair accessible

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

98% Recommend33 Ratings · 27 reviews

Lori B.

7 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

21 ft travel trailer · With pets

We had a great time during our stay. Aside from watching the eclipse, we took so walks on the property. The crowd was busy for the eclipse weekend,, I would recommend a visit during a normal weekend, as the property is close to many beautiful hikes. Host was welcoming and accommodating

Paul M.

6 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

Open Fields

32 ft pop-up camper

This was a great place to view the 2024 Total Eclipse!

Cindy B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

Tent

Views are beautiful, even ground for tents and very spacious between sites.

Carla N.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2024

Loved our stay

Tent

We had a great time watching that eclipse at this campsite. David and his friends were very accommodating. Would recommend his field in anytime.

Nancy M.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2024

20 ft travel trailer · With pets

Very clean and beautiful area. David was super friendly and helpful.

Ian W.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2024

Tent · Group trip

I tent camped here for the solar eclipse. Nice property with lots of room to spread out.

Location

Murphysboro, Jackson, Illinois, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), O-ga-xpa Ma-zhoⁿ (O-ga-xpa) (Quapaw), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking