A FAMILY-OWNED CAMPGROUND. A RIVER FULL OF POSSIBILITIES.
The tree-lined entrance drive and welcome sign at Fox River Recreation

Antioch, Illinois · On the Fox River

A little closer to nature.

Slow mornings. Days on the water. Nights under the stars. Find your happy place at our family-owned campground.

A place to come back to

Fresh air. Familiar faces. Your kind of getaway.

Welcome to Fox River Recreation. Set on 25 wooded acres along the Fox River, our family-owned campground puts you right on the water, with direct access to the Chain O'Lakes. Settle into a campsite, spend the afternoon canoeing, or stay for the whole season. There's room here to make yourself at home.

Stay a night. Stay a while.

Find your place here.

All stays & rates
Aerial view of RV sites under the trees along the Fox River01 / RV camping

Bring your home along.

Pull in, hook up, and settle into life by the river. Water, electric, and full hookup options available.

From $60 / night
A pink sunset reflected in the Fox River02 / Cabin rentals

A cabin of your own.

An easy escape with a little more comfort. One- and two-bedroom cabins for up to four or six guests.

From $160 / night
Seasonal campers sharing dinner on a covered riverside patio03 / Seasonal stays

Make a season of it.

Your favorite spot, all season long. Choose a riverside, off-river, or full hookup seasonal site.

From $3,995 / season

Simple pleasures, all right here

More room for good days.

Swimming pool

A little splash between adventures.

Playground

Room for the little ones to play.

Boat launch & docks

Your way onto the Chain O'Lakes.

Canoe rentals

An hour on the river or a whole day.

Camp store

A handy stop while you're here.

Showers

Coin-operated showers on site.

Picnic areas

Gather for a meal in the fresh air.

Games & horseshoes

Make a little time for friendly competition.

Internet access

For the moments you need to check in.

LP bottles

Ask the camp store for details.

A boat dock on the Fox River on a clear autumn day

Take the scenic route. Preferably by water.

Launch your boat and explore the Chain O'Lakes, rent a canoe for a quiet paddle, or find your favorite fishing spot. With the Fox River right here, a day on the water is always within reach.

Boat launch & docksCanoe rentalsFishing
Get out on the water

Good times.
Clear prices.

A weekend away or a season by the water. Find your stay, then give us a call to reserve your spot.

See the complete rate guide

Nightly campsite

Water + electric or full hookups

$60 / night

One-bedroom cabin

Up to 4 guests

$160 / night

Off river

Plus electric

$3,995 / season

Cabins have a two-night minimum. Call for availability and help choosing your site.

Come for the river.
Stay for the people.

“We stayed for 2 months. The park grounds, bath house and pool is VERY well kept and clean. The maintenance guys really do a great job and are always willing to help. The office staff is also very friendly and helpful.”

Phillip Brost · Guest review

“Wonderful staff very friendly. Seasonal campers are also great people. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion but the bad reviews I've read are seriously wrong.”

Ira Kozak · Guest review

“This is a family run park with on site owners and staff. They are very helpful and accommodating providing a fun and safe camping experience.”

Ted Boner · Guest review

There's always a reason to get together.

Seasonal events and park announcements are posted on our events page.

See what's happening

Around the area

Away from it all.
Close to everything.

  1. Right from our docksOur stretch of the Fox River flows straight into the Chain O'Lakes, so the best lake bars are a boat ride away: Blarney Island, the Sandbar, Sunset Grill, and many more.

  2. Directly across the streetHiking trails, fishing, and picnic spots in a state park where the Fox River meets three natural lakes, with an access point right across from our entrance.

  3. About 30 minutes by carRoller coasters, rides, and the Hurricane Harbor water park in Gurnee.

  4. About 30 minutes by carLakefront shops, restaurants, and boat tours just over the Wisconsin line.

  5. About 90 minutes by carMuseums, the lakefront, and big-city dining, close enough for a day trip.

A little out of the way.
Just where you want to be.

Find us in Antioch, Illinois, about 60 miles north of Chicago. Bring your people, pack for the outdoors, and let us help with the rest.

Let's plan your stay

We speak English, Russian, Polish, Ukrainian & Spanish.

Find your way here

27884 W. Route 173, Antioch, IL 60002

Get directions

Give us a call

847-395-6090

Drop us a line

foxriver13@gmail.com

Camping season

April 1 – October 20, 2026

Before you visit