KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
The preferred exit off HWY I-57 from the north is Exit 71. Ignore GPS instructions to use exit 77.
Northbound on Route 57: Exit 71 - at the top of the ramp, bear to your right. Turn right onto West Main, and then proceed to Du Quoin Street. Turn left onto Du Quoin (at the Pizza Hut). Proceed down Du Quoin approximately one mile. The campground will be on your right.
Southbound on Route 57: Exit 71 - at the top of the ramp, bear to your left. Turn left onto West Main, then proceed to Du Quoin Street. Turn left onto Du Quoin (at the Pizza Hut). Proceed down Du Quoin approximately one mile. The campground will be on your right.
SR 37 Northbound: Enter into town circle. take road right onto 14 Eastbound, turn right at the light by Pizza Hut onto Du Quoin St. The KOA will be on your right in about 1 mile.
SR 37 Southbound: From Exit 77 (Rend Lake), right turn at the light onto Petroff Road. Left at the stop sign. KOA will be on your left in 1/4 mile.
GPS: N38.012600, W88.929258
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Easy, Convenient, Large Sites, Cable TV, Wifi.
With extra-long and wide pull-through RV sites, plus easy on and off the highway, a stay at this Journey KOA is all about convenience for the traveler. We are just 1 ½ miles off the highway at Exit 71, so if you don't feel like cooking once you get here, there are many places to eat, ranging from independent local restaurants to major fast-food chains. If you are looking for new things to do, we can give you plenty of ideas and choices.
Our park is located just two easy miles from the 19,000-acre Rend Lake (named the 7th Wonder of Illinois) - with an abundance of recreational activities for people of all ages, from boating and beaches to wildlife demos at the visitor's center. Our area of southern Illinois is known for great fishing, hunting, boating, and bird-watching opportunities. If golf is your game, try one of the local courses. Their range of skill levels will challenge anyone from beginners to advanced players.
But wait, there's more! The choices do not stop here. Within minutes, you can be at one of several antique stores at the town square, tour our historic jail museum, or shop at the Artisans Shop and Art Gallery, which includes more than 25 categories of arts and crafts, representing the work of Illinois' finest artisans, all available for purchase. A short 15-20 minute drive from our park, you can watch minor league baseball being played in a new stadium home to southern Illinois' newest team, "The Miners." Attend an event at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, or go ATV-ing at Little Egypt Public OHV Recreational Area.
Still need more? For day trips, drive down to the Shawnee National Forest and hike at the Garden of the Gods for views you will never forget. Spend a day sampling the local wines or finding a unique antique as you follow the Southern Illinois Antique Trail.
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KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
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