Blackwell Family Campground

What if camping meant staying close to the city yet feeling completely immersed in nature? Blackwell Family Campground in Warrenville, Illinois, delivers on this rare balance with its tranquil wooded setting, versatile campsites, and abundant outdoor activities. Encompassed by the serene Blackwell Forest Preserve, this family-friendly campground offers easily accessible sites for tents and RVs, spacious enough to accommodate groups, with electric hookups, gravel pads, fire rings, and picnic tables.

Just a 40-minute drive west of downtown Chicago, the campground is ideally positioned for both peaceful escapes and convenient weekend getaways. Highlights include Silver Lake, where visitors can rent boats or fish, and varied hiking trails, perfect for exploring the preserve's lush landscapes shaped by glacial activity. Unique amenities such as an archery range and winter tubing on Mt. Hoy further set this location apart. With clean showers, restrooms, and convenient facilities like water-fill and dump stations, Blackwell Family Campground offers a seamless outdoor experience for families, nature-lovers, and anyone seeking a quick yet rejuvenating retreat.