New Boston clings to the Mississippi River's edge in western Illinois. Anglers target walleye near Lock and Dam No. 14, while boaters launch crafts from public ramps. Four RV parks deliver dirt-cheap riverside spots starting at $14 nightly; park your rig and cast a line at dawn.
New Boston pulses with Mississippi River life. Fishermen haul in catfish from the tailwaters of Lock and Dam No. 14, a massive concrete beast that tames the river's flow. County Road 1 traces the shoreline; launch your boat there or pedal quiet levee trails. Summer brings riverfront picnics and fireworks that light the water.
Sturgeon Bay Campground pulls in families with sites from $20 per night. Blanchard Island - Mississippi River fits pet lovers; expect water hookups, drinking water, and leashed dogs welcome. Blanchard Island Recreation Area serves tent campers on basic pads near the river. Pet-friendly Blanchard Island lets you build campfires; roast marshmallows as barges glide past.
New Boston shines for Mississippi River fishing and boating. Lock and Dam No. 14 draws walleye chasers and barge watchers from across the Midwest. County Road 1 offers launch ramps and trails; summer fireworks cap riverfront evenings. Small-town diners serve fresh perch platters after a day on the water.
Sturgeon Bay Campground and three Blanchard Island parks sit right outside New Boston. Sturgeon Bay charges from $20 nightly; Blanchard Island spots hit $14 with river views. All cluster near Lock and Dam No. 14 for quick access to boating ramps on County Road 1.
Yes, Blanchard Island and Blanchard Island - Mississippi River welcome pets. Leash dogs at these $14 nightly sites with water hookups and drinking water nearby. Campfires light up pet-friendly evenings; keep Fido close while watching river traffic roll by.