Marshmallows? Check. Tent? Check. It's all about priorities. Anyway, it's getting to be that time of year when you want to get out in nature and sleep under the stars at some of the best camping in Illinois. Illinois has some awesome places to camp, whether you're into those oh-so-rustic sites or prefer to glamp. Here are 15 of the best campgrounds in Illinois.

1. Starved Rock State Park, Utica Township

There are 129 campsites available here that have electricity, showers, and flush toilets. Bring your tent or park your RV or camper on the cement pad provided at each site. There are also seven sites for people with disabilities. Buy firewood from a local gas station or the campground store which also sells items like ice and batteries. Learn more about Starved Rock State Park.

2. Kayak Morris, Morris

Kayak Morris will camp with you at multiple sites throughout northern Illinois, but they have their own private campground that abuts William G. Stratton State Park. Their campground offers both wooded and sandy beach campsites. Find out more about the Kayak Morris Campground.

3. Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley

Camp McCormick has 400 acres of wilderness to offer you. This is a Girl Scouts camp, so unless you're a girl, the only way you're camping in this sweet campground is to go during a family camp event.

4. Cave-in-Rock State Park, Cave-in-Rock

This ultra-scenic campsite offers 34 Class A sites and 25 Class B/S tent sites on the north side. There's also a lodge in case you forget how to pitch a tent. It features four duplex guest houses with eight suites. Cave-in Rock State Park is certainly a wonderful place to camp.

5. Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach, Zion

You can camp at the southern unit of the Illinois Beach State Park. There are 241 Class A Premium sites. You will have access to electricity and showers at Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach.

6. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area, Shabbona

This state park covers over 1,500 acres, and camping couldn't be more enjoyable in its semi-wooded area. This is one of the most scenic camping spots in Illinois. There are 150 campsites for you to choose from. They come with electricity and showers. There is also a playground, two rustic cabins available for rent, and a camp store. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area is some of the most beautiful camping you'll find in Illinois. Here’s an overview of this lovely camping area:

7. Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort, Volo

Located in Volo, this is a camping resort. There are many camping options for you here, whether you are planning on camping in a tent, RV, or rental unit. There is a beach, pool, playground, and other activities to enjoy while you're here at Fish Lake Beach Camping Resort.

8. Giant City State Park, Makanda

This well-kept, varied campground keeps campers coming back for more. There are 85 Class A campsites. This includes access to water, electricity, showers, and sanitary facilities. There is also a separate equestrian campground at Giant City State Park. Take a look at some of the best hiking trails in this gorgeous park:

9. Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park

There are 210 premium Class A sites and 60 Class B sites. The campground has showers, toilets, and playground equipment. There is also a primitive cabin for rent at Rock Cut State Park.

10. Pere Marquette State Park, Grafton

If you want a rustic camping experience, Pere Marquette has many options for you. There is a Class A campground with 80 sites, two of which are handicap accessible. There is a youth tent camp area as well as three organized group camps for larger groups.

11. Moraine View State Recreation Area, LeRoy

This well-maintained park also has a nice, well-maintained campground. There is a concessions area, open for both hikers and campers. The campground is quiet and serene. The natural beauty here makes Moraine View State Recreation Area one of the best camping places in Illinois.

12. Pharaoh Campground, Herod

After spending all day enjoying Garden of the Gods, relax at Pharaoh Campground. You are really right by the action. There is a small picnic area for you, too.

13. Castle Rock State Park, Oregon

If you are looking for primitive camping in Illinois, Castle Rock State Park is super cool because it is only accessible by canoe or boat. That means you'll have to pack light. However, since it is so hard to access, you won't have to compete with a lot of people.

14. Mississippi Palisades State Park, Savanna

There are 241 Class A and B campsites. They are available in shaded and open areas. 110 sites come with electrical hookups. There is also water and two sanitary dump stations. As one of the best places to camp in Illinois, make sure to pay Mississippi Palisades State Park a visit.

15. Lake Shelbyville, multiple camping locations

There are three state campgrounds along the shores of Lake Shelbyville: Eagle Creek, Hidden Springs State Forest, and Wolf Creek which has its own beach. You can reserve some sites in advance, but most are first-come, first-serve. There are several campsites: Eagle Creek State Park camping

Wolf Creek State Park camping

Hidden Springs State Forest

Have you been to any of the best places to camp in Illinois? What did you think and are there any others you would add? Let us know about them in the comments. If you'd like to find more places like this, here's a collection of places that offer the best camping in Illinois.