Where the forested hills of southern Illinois meet the Shawnee National Forest region, Camp Ondessonk operates as a private facility requiring walk-in or hike-in access. The rough access road limits vehicle approach, making this a carry-in camping experience.
At $6-16 per night, the campground provides drinking water, restrooms, and shower facilities along with WiFi and cell service. Campers can reserve sites in advance and purchase firewood on-site. Picnic tables and campfire rings support traditional camping activities. The forested setting offers tree cover, while nearby options include Jackson Falls and Bell Smith Springs Recreation Area for those exploring the broader Shawnee region.
Description
Get a true Ondessonk camping experience by sleeping among the trees or under a waterfall. One of the highlights of an Ondessonk visit, our 3-sided treehouse cabin units take full advantage of their natural surroundings. They are intentionally designed and located to maximize visitors’ experience of tranquility and inspiration of nature. All cabin units have fire pits, benches, picnic tables, a potable water spigot, an outhouse, and are within a short walk to a shower house. There are also many areas at Camp to pitch a tent, or for those who don’t wish to rough it, rent a hostel-style room in our St. Noel Center.
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Location
Private CampgroundCamp Ondessonk is located in Illinois
Coordinates
37.5419836 N
88.76263475 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 36 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 9 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 33 min from Evansville, IN
- 1 hr 52 min from Owensboro, KY
