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Rustic Acres Campground
Overview
Located in the heart of rural Illinois, Rustic Acres Campground provides a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the bustle of city life. This family-owned destination in New Douglas offers a classic camping experience surrounded by mature trees and open skies. It serves as a comfortable home base for seasonal residents and weekend travelers alike, emphasizing a community-focused atmosphere that makes guests feel welcome from the moment they arrive.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in Madison County, the park is nestled within a quiet pastoral landscape characterized by rolling fields and small-town charm. Its proximity to Interstate 55 makes it accessible for travelers moving through the Midwest, yet it remains far enough from the highway to maintain a tranquil environment. The surrounding area of New Douglas offers a glimpse into authentic rural Illinois, providing a slower pace of life that complements a relaxing RV getaway.
Amenities & Park Features
The standout features of the park are its two well-stocked fishing lakes, which invite guests to spend quiet afternoons by the water. For active recreation, the facility includes a sparkling swimming pool, a playground, and courts for basketball and volleyball. Practical needs are met with a well-maintained shower house, laundry facilities, and a general store for essentials. Many sites are spacious and shaded, offering a mix of hookup options to suit different rig sizes.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
While the park itself is a destination, its location allows for easy day trips to major regional highlights. A short drive brings visitors to the Gateway Arch and Forest Park in nearby St. Louis, Missouri. Closer to home, the neighboring towns of Edwardsville and Highland offer boutique shopping, local breweries, and diverse dining options. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the various hiking and biking trails found throughout the Madison County area, providing plenty of ways to stay active.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is an ideal choice for families seeking a traditional outdoor experience where kids can safely explore and play. It is particularly well-suited for anglers who appreciate having water access just steps from their rig. Because of its quiet nature and dedicated seasonal community, it is also a great fit for long-term travelers looking for a consistent, friendly environment to settle into while exploring the region.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Tom Pluemer
Our second time here and the kiddo had a blast. Fun with the bears, plenty of kids activities, swimming, fishing, and more. The staff are amazing!
Robert Cox
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Rustic Acres is a beautiful park with many mature trees located remotely in a country setting. The park is well maintained and the camper parking spaces are comfortably sized. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The office is well stocked with camper's needs. The pool and jumping pillow were a great hit with our grandkids. While camping there, a strong thunder storm hit the campground in the middle of the early morning hours and damaged many trees. There were some trees completely blown over and many branches strewn about. The staff had the campgrounds completely cleaned up within hours of daylight. You'd have never known there had been a storm. Very impressive. The grandkids say this is their favorite park to have gone camping. It is located closely enough to St. Louis to make day trips there. We will definitely return!
Lexi horse lover
The lady that owns the place was mocking my daughter and made her walk up to the office for nothing and was having an attitude. it was also boring if it rains you can not do much. The other people that worked there were nice but not the lady and her husband that owns the place.
Maxwell Anders
Just used the shower house here. Speaking from a person in a wheelchair. It is the best handicap shower I've ever used in an RV park. Very accessible portable shower chairs. Great water pressure and hot water. Thank you for that it was truly a blessing.
Lillian Gutierrez Newman
We arrived a little early, not by much and upon arrival the staff said that wasn’t a problem. They did not specify that there was a $3 charge for arriving early. I wish they would have told us to give us an option. It is only $3 but it is the principle of the thing. Please be transparent about this upon arrival. Bathrooms were clean but dated. If you do not have small children this is not the park for you. They put us next to the event center and there was music and noise til 11 pm We note the presence of permanent residents in the park. The area around has little of interest. If you have young kids, this is for you with the playground. However it wasn’t for us for the reasons mentioned and we will not be using this park again. For what it has, they are overpriced. Suggestions: remodel your bathroom. Stop charging incidental fees and bump everyone’s fee up by $3 to compensate. This will help you if you need fund to upgrade the old bathrooms. Sorry. We were not impressed.