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More InformationCamp Shabbona Woods
Address: 15810 S Torrence Ave, South Holland, IL 60473 (map)
Phone: 312-636-0018
Email: info@cookcountycamping.com
Availability: Open April 1—October 31
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Camp Shabbona Woods features small three-season cabins, mulch tent pads and a clearing for activities. Sand Ridge Nature Center is just a short stroll away through an oak woodland. Camp staff help coordinate activities and programming at the campsite.
Amenities:
- Gear Rental
- Free Programs
- Nature Trails
- Adjoining Nature Center
- Open Group Areas and Shelters
- Nature Play Space
- Restrooms and Showers
Lodging Options
Tent Campsite
Capacity: 6 people | Availability: 16 sites
Surrounded by nature, tent sites include a tent pad with timber edge, picnic table and fire ring with grate. Tent pad accommodates a 10′ x 10′ tent, which sleeps six. (Tent not included; tents available for rental or purchase.) Most tent sites require campers to park in the main lot and hike in a short distance.
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| April – October (Thu. – Sat. Nights) |
$35/night | $45/night |
| April – October (Sun. – Wed. Nights) |
$30/night | $40/night |
Small Cabin
Capacity: 8 people | Availability: 4 Cabins
A simple three-season (spring through fall) cabin that accommodates eight people on bunk beds. Includes ceiling fan and porch, as well as picnic table and fire ring with grate.
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| April – October (Thu – Sat Nights) |
$80/night | $90/night |
| April – October (Sun – Wed Nights) |
$50/night | $60/night |
| *Cabin rentals include a $100 refundable deposit due at time of reservation | ||
Organized Group Campsite
Capacity: 25 people | Availability: 1 Site
A designated open field that can be reserved for organized groups’ tents and activities. Includes a picnic table and fire ring with grate. Reservations not available online. Click here for reservation options.
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| April – October | $20/tent/night | $30/tent/night |
Programs
Every weekend from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Forest Preserves staff lead free programs open to all registered campers, including:
- Friday and Saturday night campfires
- Special Friday and Saturday evening programs
- Saturday afternoon activities and hikes
- Camping skill demonstrations
We also offer regularly scheduled programs including Camping 101 workshops, staff-led Family Campouts and even a comprehensive Camping Leadership Immersion Course (CLIC) for leaders of organized groups. Read more about our camping programs here.
Each campground will also have a limited number of Camping Adventure Backpacks available for free check-out, that include binoculars, field guides, a compass, activity sheets and other aids to nature exploration.
