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The Old Rugged Barn

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· Towanda, Mc Lean, Illinois

3 acres hosted by Jo M.

16 RV/tent sites

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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!!

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Natural features

Farm

96%

79 ratings · 65 reviews

Boone H.recommends

September 15, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

Enjoyable location. Funky twists

Finding the right spot to camp was tricky. Pitch your tent behind the large red barn in back left corner of the property. There are 2 very bright flood lights back there, but pine trees provide 100% shade from these for about 1/3 of the camping area. The camping area is a nice soft flat grass yard. Firewood was free, but it's just old cut boards you have to dig out of an old bin 60 yards away. Toilet was porta potty. Not clean, no TP. The property hosts events, and there was a wedding the night we were there. It was far enough away not to bother us. Could just faintly hear the music. Jo was helpful and kind. Don't bother stopping at the house, just set up your tent.

David D.recommends

September 1, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

Cute and quiet spot

Lovely spot among the 9’ high corn! Everything was as promised. Very cute

Tara H.recommends

July 30, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

We loved camping here! Very safe and quiet. Perfect for our family with three little ones. There was a porta potty on site which also made life easier. We met our lovely host last night who helped us out with extra water since the other water sources are temporarily not accessible. Would recommend bringing in your own water just in case. We absolutely fell in love with the property and would highly recommend camping here!

Kaitlyn G.recommends

July 22, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

Jo was so kind, I went solo camping for the first time with my dog and felt VERY safe ! Beautiful and very clean space.

Brian L.recommends

June 30, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

I loved the place , quiet , beautiful sunset !! But the only negative comment is that the host didn't even come to see us , no chat , nothing, didn't even how they looked !!!

Megan F.recommends

June 20, 2024

The Old Rugged Barn Campout!

Great spot! Safe and picturesque!

This spot was perfect for our vintage rig and three kids under 10. It was quiet and safe. Jo is super friendly - felt super safe and it was nice knowing she was on site in case we needed anything. I didn’t see any potable water - hose water was available but not convenient. Porta potty was fine - also put less stress on our on board toilet. We were the only campers on a Tuesday night so it was spacious. With other campers I imagine it could be a little crowded.

Location

Towanda, Mc Lean, Illinois, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, 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