Pere Marquette State Park Campground
The campground is open and accepting reservations through ExploreMoreIL. Reservations can be made 3 to 180 days in advance. Group camps Camp Piasa and Camp Potawatomi operate seasonally from late May through mid-October.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:50AM CDT until July 3 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 102 expected. * WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest, and west central Illinois and central, east central, northeast, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 10 PM CDT Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 10 PM Friday to 8 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Flood Warning issued July 2 at 11:00AM CDT until July 6 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River at Hardin. Illinois River at Meredosia. Illinois River at La Grange LD. Illinois River at Valley City. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Illinois River at Hardin. * WHEN...Until Monday morning. * IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, Flood Stage. Lowland flooding of unprotected agricultural land begins. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 25.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM CDT Thursday was 25.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 25.5 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Sunday morning. - Flood stage is 25.0 feet.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 11:50AM CDT until July 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 102 expected. * WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest, and west central Illinois and central, east central, northeast, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 10 PM CDT Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 10 PM Friday to 8 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Pere Marquette State Park Campground sits within one of Illinois' most scenic parks, where the Illinois and Mississippi rivers converge at the base of dramatic limestone bluffs. The Class A camping area provides 80 reservable sites with electric hookups ranging from 20 to 50 amp service, suitable for RVs and tent campers seeking powered sites. A modern shower building, sanitary dump station, and drinking water spigots serve the campground. Beyond the main campground, primitive Class B tent sites north of the electric area offer a more rustic experience on a first-come, first-served basis. Two rent-a-cabins at sites 13 and 15 each sleep up to six and include electricity but no running water, with bathhouse access nearby. The Duncan Hill Youth Tent Camp Area accommodates organized groups at $2 per person nightly with a $20 minimum. The park surrounding the campground offers extensive recreation including hiking trails through forested bluffs, equestrian trails, a boat ramp and harbor on the Illinois River, and the Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail. The historic Pere Marquette Lodge provides dining options. Firewood is available from camp hosts at $6 per bundle, and campers must source wood locally as bringing firewood from outside Jersey County is prohibited.
Directions
From Grafton, take IL Route 100 west. The park entrance is at 13112 Visitor Center Lane. Follow Park Road to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 62ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (618) 786-3323 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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