Sugar River Forest Preserve
Durand, IL
Pet Friendly
RV Hookup
Forest
River
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Pet FriendlyRV Hookup
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Durand, IL, 61024, US
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- Pets
- Allowed
- Campfires
- Allowed
About this campground
County-managed Sugar River Forest Preserve sits along the Sugar River in northwestern Illinois, offering 47 sites across electric hookup and primitive options. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through November, with sites accommodating RVs up to 30 feet. Towering pine trees dominate the eastern section, creating overhead cover that campers frequently mention in reviews. Sites vary considerably in privacy and proximity to amenities. The primitive sites near the river fill quickly on a first-come basis, while electric hookup sites provide more predictable availability through the reservation system.
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[Brian O.](https://thedyrt.com/camping/illinois/sugar-river-forest-preserve/reviews/164348) notes the sites under the pine trees have "less privacy between sites, but a beautiful effect." The shower house stays clean with regular maintenance, and the campground host makes regular rounds selling reasonably priced firewood. River access allows for tubing and canoeing when water levels cooperate, though summer months can see the Sugar River run quite low. Multiple reviewers mention mosquitoes during warmer months. One unusual feature: nearby peacocks can create significant noise, particularly during mating season. The campground tends to attract repeat visitors and can serve as a party spot for local groups, with noise levels sometimes extending past quiet hours. For campers wanting more amenities, [Sugar Shores RV Resort](https://thedyrt.com/camping/illinois/sugar-shores-rv-resort) provides additional options just south of the preserve.
From The Dyrt · checked 29 Mar 2026
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