Johnson Creek Campground
usfs · IL
- dump station6.3 mi
- fuel station11 mi
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About
Located on a northwest finger of beautiful Kinkaid Lake, Johnson Creek Recreation Area offers a variety of outdoor activities. Here you will find something for everyone in the family, from camping and kayaking to hiking along the lake, biking the scenic roads and horseback riding. Camping trailer: non-electric Picnic tables Tent camping: non-electric Parking Toilets: vault toilets Boat ramp: suitable for small watercrafts
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 6.3 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 11 mi
fuel station
Circle K
- 14 mi
grocery
Tienda la Bendicion
- 8.7 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.4 mi
trailhead
Johnson Creek
- 0.2 mi
recreation site
Whispering Pines Pond
Forest road access near this stay: KELLER in Shawnee National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- IL
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

