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.
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Location & Things to Do
Camp Shabbona Woods
Entrance
Phone
855-YES-CAMPThings to Do & Amenities
- Parking
- Camping
- Showers
- Nature Play
- Accessible Indoor Bathroom
- Picnic Grove
(with shelter) - Bike Rental
Hours
Apr - Oct: 24 hours a dayNov - Mar: ClosedClosures & Alerts
Nearby Locations
Explore these nearby locations during your stay:
Camping Options
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 to receive the reduced rate.
Tent Campsite
- Capacity: 6 people
- Availability: 16 sites
- Layout: Tent Campsite Layout (PDF)
- Features:
- 10′ x 10′ mulched tent pad with timber edge
- Picnic table
- Fire ring with grate
Most tent sites require campers to park in the main lot and walk 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
- Layout: Small Cabin Floorplan (PDF)
- Refundable Deposit: $100
- Features:
- Bunk beds for eight people
- Ceiling fan
- Porch
- Picnic table
- Fire ring with grate
Small cabins are not heated or air-conditioned.
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| April – October (Thu – Sat Nights) | $82/night | $92/night |
| April – October (Sun – Wed Nights) | $51/night | $61/night |
Organized Group Campsite
- Capacity: 25 people
- Availability: 1 site
- Features:
- Open field for tents and activities
- Picnic table
- Fire ring with grate
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Year-round | $20/tent/night | $30/tent/night |
Organized Group Campsites must be booked in person or by phone (855-YES-CAMP).
Full Campground Rental
- Capacity: 159 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: $500
Applications accepted starting Oct. 16 for the following year. Reservations must be made at the campground at least 10 business days in advance.
| Reservation Date | Cook County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| June – August (Thu – Sat Nights) | $2,550/day | $3,060/day |
| June – August (Sun – Wed Nights) | $1,734/day | $2,244/day |
| September – May (All Nights) | $1,020/day | $1,530/day |
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.
