Kampsville clings to the Illinois River's edge in Calhoun County, birthplace of the state's oldest ferry and hotspot for smallmouth bass fishing. Pitch your RV at one of three local parks to chase eagles along River Road or paddle bluffs hiding ancient digs. Rates start low, access stays high, adventures unfold daily.
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Kampsville pulses with river life. The Kampsville Ferry chugs across daily since 1832, linking to Brussels bluffs. Anglers cast for bass from public ramps; winter brings bald eagles by the dozen near Hardin. The McCully Heritage Project unearths 10,000-year-old village sites steps from town.
Village of Kampsville Campground hooks solo travelers with riverfront sites from $25 nightly. Kampsville River Park fits overnighters needing dump stations and electric hookups. McCully Heritage Project suits families and groups via pet-friendly spots, WiFi, showers, prices $20 to $100.
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Kampsville crowns the Illinois River with its historic ferry and fly fishing fame. The Kampsville Ferry runs nonstop since 1832, ferrying folks to Calhoun bluffs. Bass anglers flock to public ramps; eagles winter along River Road. McCully Heritage Project displays artifacts from 10,000-year-old Native sites.
Village of Kampsville Campground, Kampsville River Park, and McCully Heritage Project top the list. They cluster riverfront near the ferry landing. Find $25 starting rates, electric hookups, dump stations, plus WiFi and pet options at McCully.
McCully Heritage Project welcomes pets with WiFi and showers. Village of Kampsville Campground and Kampsville River Park likely allow them; confirm by phone. River trails make walks easy for furry companions near eagle watching spots.