Rock Cut State Park Campground

Open

The campground is open year-round. From November through April, only electricity is available; water and the dump station are not operational during winter months. Reservations must be made through ExploreMoreIL.

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:48PM CDT until July 3 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

1:48 PM — July 3rd, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...Until midnight CDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

About

Rock Cut State Park Campground sits on 3,254 acres in Illinois's far northern region, carved out of the rolling terrain of Winnebago County near Rockford. The campground provides 270 premium campsites divided between 210 Class A Premium sites and 60 Class B/S Premium sites, all featuring electricity at the site. A primitive cabin with electricity only is also available. Two shower houses with accessible bathrooms serve campers, positioned between the Prairie View/White Oak and Plum Grove camping loops. The park centers on two lakes: Pierce Lake for fishing and boating, and Olson Lake. Pierce Lake features accessible fishing piers and a boat launch available to campers. Year-round recreation includes hiking on over 40 miles of trails (including five paved accessible trails), horseback riding, wildlife viewing, and fishing. Equestrian camping is available at the Hart Road site on a first-come, first-served basis. From November through April, only electricity remains operational; water and the dump station are shut off for winter. Rock Cut is strictly an alcohol-free park and campground. Reservations are made exclusively through ExploreMoreIL; the park office no longer accepts reservations.

Directions

Located in northwestern Illinois in Winnebago County. The park is at 7223 West Lane Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111, near Rockford.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store
Price $12 - $50

Vehicle

Max RV Length 40ft
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email DNR.Rockcut@illinois.gov
Phone +1 (815) 979-1237

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

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