The sound of military aircraft occasionally passes overhead at this forested campground on Scott Air Force Base, where approximately 30 sites accommodate RVs up to 45 feet. Located on the opposite side of the base from most facilities, the campground sits near a lake and provides a notably quiet environment even when full. Sites offer water and both 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups, though leveling blocks prove essential as many spots require adjustment.
One centrally located dump station serves all campers, with a provided black water hose that sees frequent use during busy periods. The facility features upgraded restrooms with standard toilets replacing the previous stainless steel fixtures, plus separate shower buildings. Some sites receive shade from mature trees while others sit in full sun. MGySgt K. notes that "one dump station that is clean, black water hose provided, but used a lot."
Access requires entering through the commissary gate rather than following GPS directions to closed entrances. The nearby golf course operates seasonally with varying hours and serves simple pub food at its cafe. A single soda machine on-site rarely functions according to regular visitors. For additional camping choices, see campgrounds near Mascoutah.
This military campground works well for those prioritizing quiet surroundings and don't mind driving several miles to reach base amenities.
Description
For Active and Retired Military/DOD only.
The Scott AFB Fam Camp is located at the Scott Lake Recreation area (base access needed), nestled among the trees providing lots of shade in the summer, and looking over the two base fishing lakes. The Fam Camp has 22 RV campsites, each with water and electric hookups. Restrooms, showers, laundry, and a sewage dump station are available to use.
Cost per night for RV’s campers using a space is $25. Rustic tent camping is allowed anywhere around the lake area (except in the pavilion areas) at a cost of $10 per night, per tent. A dry-camp overflow area is also available at $10 per night; max capacity 2 campers, first come first served.
AF campgrounds were developed for, and should be managed to support, recreational camping purposes and not for a patron to use as a place of business or residence.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Private CampgroundScott AFB FamCamp is located in Illinois
Directions
From I-64 take exit 19A, 2nd light, turn left to Shiloh (Main) gate. Use far right lane. On Base From Mascoutah Gate: Right turn at stop sign onto South Drive (sign says "Hunters Rd.") You turn at the first intersection after entering the gate which turns left and becomes East Drive. Follow it through tunnel (14' clearance). Past tunnel after road curves left take first right (middle of the curve). Follow this over a small bridge to the FamCamp. From Shiloh Gate: Left turn at 1st traffic light onto Golf Course Rd. Follow this past the Golf Course and 128th Illinois Air Guard. Go through stop sign at Prior Drive, just past the chapel take a left over a small bridge to FamCamp.
Coordinates
38.55110089 N
89.84115767 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/2/26- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/2/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 21 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 19 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 49 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 57 min from Decatur, IL
