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North Sandusky Campground in Illinois
Moderate to Book

North Sandusky Campground

Rend Lake, Illinois

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As of October 2026, North Sandusky Campground is a campground in Illinois with 96 campsites. North Sandusky Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • North Sandusky Campground is located at 38.0711° N, 89.0056° W.
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North Sandusky Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (45 sites)Oct 2 (17 sites)Oct 3 (16 sites)

45 sites open on Oct 1 at North Sandusky Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 1 October 2026, 02:00 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Changes allowed: 10 change(s) per reservation
  • Campsites held at once: 4 campsite(s) held
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for North Sandusky Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at North Sandusky Campground

  • Standard 96
  • Accessible 6
  • Hookups 96

What an RV fits

  • 42 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at North Sandusky Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
095HICKStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
096HICKStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
097HICKStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
098HICKStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
099HICKStandard8-Electric, Water-
100HICKStandard8-Electric, Water-
101HICKStandard8-Electric-
102HICKStandard8-Electric-
103HICKStandard8-Electric-
104HICKStandard8-Electric-
105HICKStandard8-Electric-
077MAPLStandard8-ElectricAccessible
078MAPLStandard8-Electric-
079MAPLStandard8-Electric-
080MAPLStandard8-Electric-
081MAPLStandard8-Electric-
082MAPLStandard8-Electric-
083MAPLStandard8-Electric-
084MAPLStandard8-Electric-
085MAPLStandard8-Electric-
086MAPLStandard8-ElectricAccessible
001PINTStandard8-Electric-
002PINTStandard8-Electric-
003PINTStandard8-Electric-
004PINTStandard8-Electric-
005PINTStandard8-Electric-
006PINTStandard8-Electric-
007PINTStandard8-Electric-
008PINTStandard8-Electric-
009PINTStandard8-Electric-
010PINTStandard8-ElectricAccessible
011PINTStandard8-Electric-
012PINTStandard8-Electric-
013PINTStandard8-Electric-
014PINTStandard8-Electric-
015PINTStandard8-Electric-
016PINTStandard8-Electric-
017PINTStandard8-Electric-
018PINTStandard8-Electric-
019RINGStandard8-Electric-
020RINGStandard8-Electric-
021RINGStandard8-Electric-
022RINGStandard8-Electric-
023RINGStandard8-Electric-
024RINGStandard8-ElectricAccessible
025RINGStandard8-Electric-
026RINGStandard8-Electric-
027RINGStandard8-Electric-
028RINGStandard8-Electric-
029RINGStandard842 ftElectric-
031RINGStandard8-Electric-
032RINGStandard8-Electric-
033RINGStandard8-Electric-
034RINGStandard8-Electric-
087SWEEStandard8-Electric-
088SWEEStandard8-Electric-
089SWEEStandard8-Electric-
090SWEEStandard8-Electric-
091SWEEStandard8-Electric-
092SWEEStandard8-Electric-
093SWEEStandard8-Electric-
094SWEEStandard8-Electric-
106WOAKStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
107WOAKStandard8-Electric-
108WOAKStandard8-Electric-
109WOAKStandard8-Electric-
110WOAKStandard8-Electric-
111WOAKStandard8-Electric-
112WOAKStandard8-Electric-
113WOAKStandard8-Electric-
114WOAKStandard8-Electric-
115WOAKStandard8-Electric-
116WOAKStandard8-ElectricAccessible
117WOAKStandard8-Electric-
118WOAKStandard8-Electric-
035WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
036WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
037WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
038WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
039WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, SewerAccessible
040WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
041WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
042WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
043WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
044WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
045WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
046WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
047WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
048WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
049WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
050WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
051WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
052WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
053WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
054WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-
055WOODStandard8-Electric, Water, Sewer-

About North Sandusky Campground

Overview

North Sandusky Campground is located on the western shore of Rend Lake near the Sandusky cove— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois.

Recreation

North Sandusky Campground is conveniently located near the North Sandusky Day Use Area, which includes a boat ramp, two reservable picnic shelters, and a disc golf course. Within the campground, visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail—over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. The area offers abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and general outdoor exploration. Additional recreation features around Rend Lake include an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches (including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach).

Facilities

North Sandusky Campground offers 95 reservable campsites equipped with electric hookups, a picnic table, and a firepit. The campground offers a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking water to provide a comfortable camping experience for guests. Playgrounds are also conveniently located at the campground entrance and within the White Oak camping loop.

Natural Features

The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Woodland areas are made up of hickory, oak, and beautiful maples providing habitat to white-tail deer, turkeys, racoons, and many more native species. The shorelines are an excellent viewing area for waterfowl, shorebirds, and bank fishing our known crappie population.

Nearby Attractions

North Sandusky Disc Golf Course

Rend Lake Bike Trail

Rules and notices at North Sandusky Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check North Sandusky Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

All campers MUST register/ check-in with gate attendant upon arrival to receive site and vehicle tags.

Camping equipment is required to be placed on the campsite; one camper with a maximum of three tents OR four tents per site are permitted. Sites may NOT be reserved for parking of vehicles.

Reservations require a primary occupant to be 18 years of age or older and to be present on-site for the duration of the stay.

See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

North Sandusky Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at North Sandusky Campground?

North Sandusky Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 96 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at North Sandusky Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at North Sandusky Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does North Sandusky Campground have?

North Sandusky Campground has 96 campsites.

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