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The Old Rugged Barn

I grew up on a farm and thrilled to be enjoying country living once again!    We are not annual campground, but we have space on the property for travelers needing an overnight or two.   We can be found on HIPCAMP listed under OLD RUGGED BARN. 

We are in central IL near Historic Rt 66, minutes north of Bloomington-Normal with easy access from I-55.   The property is a small 3.5 Acre farmstead that includes our event venue, space that can used for campers, and my home.  

We offer space for Campers through Hipcamp.   We are NOT a campground per se.  We do have space on our property to comfortably accommodate up to 8 spaces for Overnight guests.  

I moved to the farm in 2010 with the intent to simply enjoy the peace And quiet of country living.  Then I realized we Could create a place that could serve as a place for community to gather for special events.  

We are making constant strides to utilize Our 3.5 acres highlighted by the Old Rugged Barn venue and welcome the opportunity to host any kind of public and private event!   The Old Rugged Barn..... where happy happens!!

Horseshoe Bend

Family owned private campground since the 1940's. Very secluded and private. 

Nice trails for hiking or biking. There is even a small "race track" in the bottom bowl near the creek. There are several direct access points to the creel for fishing or wading. We have miles of marked trails that are easy for everyone.

Horseshoe Bend Main is a larger campground with four dispersed sites which a very spread out. This site has (3) 30 amp outlets for RV's. Porta potties are also provided.

The Horseshoe Bend Creekside sites are designated spots that are on the West Panther creek bank. There are porta potties, but no electric or water.

First site as you pull in to the campground

East Woods on the IL River

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.

Welcome to our Magical Woods

Cicadas 2024 are GONE It's so quiet! Except for the birds and other soft singing insects.  LOTS of tree frogs are chirping. 

Grundy County Fair July 3 - 7 in Morris, IL. Fireworks from stadium seating July 3rd. Every day there is a carnival, horse show, truck/tractor pulls, auto races and more! https://grundycountyfair.org/

Nearly every local town has something going on for 4th  of July, from very small towns to our larger cities in this area - just ask! 

LaSalle County 4H Fair July 10 - 14 Tractor and truck pulls, rodeo, demolition derby and of course lots of critters and kids. Best lemon shake ups on the planet https://www.facebook.com/lasallecountyjrfair/

Stargazers delight! We have very little light interference out here which makes for excellent stargazing!

Upcoming celestial events: 

Comet 13P/Olbers Visible beginning 6/29/24 The comet is currently approaching its perihelion — its closest point to the sun. It will reach that point on Sunday, June 30. It will reach its closest point to Earth on July 20

More here: https://wgntv.com/news/comet-not-seen-since-1956-set-to-fly-by-earth/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0aLalFEmpJV7zTJP3RG-LVLfChe6COXzKPHX8oXK-YrA6zVXdpkqbdPZg_aem_Df1Swwdh287nWq04ev5N_g

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Peaceful and enchanting. Very rustic and private.  we are in the best part of the Illinois wilderness. Our woods transport you a world away, yet you are just a short walk from your vehicle and a short drive to stores, sites and restaurants. 

Our campsites are treated with a light essential oil to help repel bugs, like mosquitoes and ticks. Our pond is treated weekly for mosquitoes. We work hard so that you are comfortable. Your campsite is clean and stocked for you with a picnic table, five pieces of firewood, a lighter, fire starters, a couple of chairs and peace and quiet.  A clean port a potty is available at the trail head and next to the stables. There is a stocked handwashing station next to the port a potties. 

No bears, no wolves, no mountain lions. Plenty of owls, birds, frogs, and small critters plus the shy deer are all about. 

Our "camp host" Tiller the big lovable doggo will patrol to scatter any trash pandas that might happen by. We keep track of him using GPS, so we know if He is hanging with you around the campfire. When his collar lights up and plays a tune, it's time for him to come home! Please send him on his way - thank you. 

Cicadas 2024 are GONE It's so quiet! Except for the birds and other soft singing insects. 

Up coming events:

Marseilles Fundays Now - June 30th. Carnival, food, fun, fireworks and Sunday PARADE https://www.cityofmarseilles.com/marseilles-fun-days-2024/

Grundy County Fair July 3 - 7 in Morris, IL. Fireworks from stadium seating July 3rd. Every day there is a carnival, horse show, truck/tractor pulls, auto races and more! https://grundycountyfair.org/

Golden pond is treated regularly for mosquitos

Kayak Morris Riverside Tent Campsit

Enjoy your stay on our sandy wooded shores of the Illinois river.  Spend your time kayaking, hiking, biking, fishing, geocaching.  Forgot something?  Starbucks, Walgreens, jewel and Walmart are only 2 miles away. Stroll 2 blocks away to historic downtown Morris and peruse antique shops specialty stores or take in a cold one at one of the many local watering holes

Kayak Morris 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 Kayak Morris kayak Rental office and sign a waiver and receive a parking pass/wristband.  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!!!

Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am and is 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 we may call the police file a report, you will be evicted without refund and you will be banned from ever camping again.

IF YOUR CAR DOES NOT HAVE A PARKING PASS IT WILL BE TOWED AT YOUR EXPENSE!   

Check-in is at 3:00 pm. Check-out time is 3:00 pm.

Footwear must be worn at all times in the camping area.

No vehicles may be driven within the area where tents are placed at any time.  You must park your vehicle next to the road behind the barriers(which is only steps from your tent.)

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(&gt;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

Glass containers/bottles of any sort are prohibited in the campground.

Garbage must be bagged and placed into the Dumpster(opposite campsite #3)  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, generators, motorized scooters (battery or gas) or trailers in the park.

power boats or jet skis are only allowed in campsites  12 and up.

Dogs are NOT allowed in the Campground or in any rented boat(at this location)

WE are not responsible for damage or theft of your personal belongings.  Please leave all valuables at home.

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