Camp Reinberg’s tent sites and heated year-round cabins—plus dining hall and outdoor gathering areas—make it perfect for a group event or private getaway. Set in the oak woods of historic Deer Grove, Camp Reinberg provides access to miles of trails, beautifully restored landscapes and nearly unlimited recreation opportunities.

On this page:

• Location & Things to Do
• Camping Options
• Accessible Campsites & Amenities
• Trails
• Events & Programs

Location & Things to Do

Nearby Locations

Explore these nearby locations during your stay:

• Deer Grove & Deer Grove Trails
• Crabtree Nature Center

Camping Options

• Tent Campsite
• RV/Tent Campsite (with Electricity)
• Large Cabin
• Small Cabin
• Dining Hall Rental
• Full Campground Rental

Non-profits, individual veterans and veteran organizations qualify for a 50% discount for all cabin and bunkhouse reservations for use Sunday through Thursday night; and qualify for a reduced rate of 50% on stated tent or RV non-electric fees, anytime. Register in person or by calling 855-YES-CAMP (855-937-2267) to receive the reduced rate.

Tent Campsite

• Capacity: 6 people
• Availability: 13 sites
• Features:
  • 10′ x 10′ mulched tent pad with timber edge
  • Picnic table
  • Fire ring with grate
• Accessibility: Tent campsites #6 and #7 feature accessible parking, path of travel to and around the campsite, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table. Campground features accessible bathroom/shower building with a roll-in shower with a bench as well as an accessible changing area with a bench.

Most tent campsites require campers to park in the main lot and walk a short distance.

RV/Tent Campsite (with Electricity)

• Capacity: 6 people
• Availability: 5 sites
• Features:
  • 12′ x 40′ combined gravel parking space and gravel tent pad with timber edge
  • 30/50 amp electric systems
  • Picnic table
  • Fire ring with grate
• Accessibility: RV/tent campsites #4 and #5 are paved and feature accessible parking, path of travel to and around the campsite, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table. Campground features accessible bathroom/shower building with a roll-in shower with a bench as well as an accessible changing area with a bench.

RV/tent campsites do not have sanitation stations.

Large Cabin

• Capacity: 10 people
• Availability: 4 cabins
• Layout: Large Cabin Floorplan (PDF)
• Refundable Deposit: $100
• Features:
  • Heat and air-conditioning
  • Bunk beds for eight people
  • Single beds for two people in a separate room
  • Ceiling fans
  • Private, accessible restroom with toilet, shower and two sinks
  • Porch
  • Picnic table
  • Fire ring with grate
• Accessibility: Large cabins #1 and #2 feature accessible parking, path of travel to cabin, roll-in shower with bench, accessible sink, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table.

Small Cabin

• Capacity: 8 people
• Availability: 4 cabins
• Layout: Small Cabin Floorplan (PDF)
• Refundable Deposit: $100
• Features:
  • Bunk beds for eight people
  • Ceiling fan
  • Porch
  • Picnic table
  • Fire ring with grate
• Accessibility: Small cabins #7 and #8 feature accessible parking, path of travel to cabin, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table. Campground features accessible bathroom/shower building with a roll-in shower with a bench as well as an accessible changing area with a bench.

Small cabins are not heated or air-conditioned. Cabin rentals include a $100 refundable deposit due at time of reservation.

Dining Hall Rental

• Capacity: 103 people
• Features: Includes tables, chairs and use of the kitchen.
• Refundable Deposit: $100-500

Dining Hall must be booked in person or by phone (855-YES-CAMP).

Full Campground Rental

• Capacity: 205 people
• Availability: Sunday through Thursday year-round, limited dates are available for Friday and Saturday.
• Features: Exclusive use of all campsites, public buildings and activity areas.
• Refundable Deposit: $1,000

Applications accepted starting Oct. 16 for the following year. Reservations must be made at the campground at least 10 business days in advance.

Accessible Campsites & Amenities

Accessible campsites are designed for campers with disabilities. Please only book an accessible campsite if you need it or all other campsites are booked. Camp Reinberg features:

• Accessible tent campsites (campsites #6 & #7) with accessible parking, path of travel to and around the campsite, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table.
• Accessible RV/tent campsites (campsites #4 & #5) with paved accessible parking, path of travel to and around the campsite, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table.
• Accessible large cabins (cabins #1 & #2) with accessible parking, path of travel to cabin, roll-in shower with bench, accessible sink, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table.
• Accessible small cabins (cabins #7 & #8) with accessible parking, path of travel to cabin, raised fire pit and accessible picnic table.
• Accessible bathroom/shower building with a roll-in shower with a bench as well as an accessible changing area with a bench.

Trails

Events & 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

Each campground has 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.

Upcoming Events