About this campground
Giant City State Park in Makanda Illinois provides partial hookup RV and tent camping. Activities incude hiking, rock climbing, horseback, fishing and boating.
What campers say
Giant City State Park offers well-maintained trails and striking sandstone formations with overlooks and an observation tower. Trails vary from short, easy walks to steep, strenuous routes and include maze-like rock passages and a small cave, so hikers of different abilities can find suitable loops at their own pace. The park has multiple parking areas, restrooms, a visitor center, lodge and a restaurant. Practical tradeoffs: some campers report nighttime noise, spotty cell service, and inconsistent campground shower cleanliness. Summer hikers should also be watchful for snakes on warmer days.
Our summary of 2,998 traveler reviews.
Amenities
Hookups and power
- Electric
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- Fishing
- Pets
- Public Park
- State Park
- Tents
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Location
- Address
- 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL 62958
- GPS
- 37.6069° N, 89.1894° W
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