CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC

Site 057 — SILVER MINES

SILVER MINES · Illinois · Loop SPRG

Campsite 057 at SILVER MINES in Illinois. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 8 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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37.56371, -90.43850
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
25
Max Num of Vehicles
2
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Back-In

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
8
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Full

How Site 057 Compares

  • One of 76 sites at SILVER MINES — 16 of them in the SPRG loop.
  • Fits vehicles up to 25 ft — shorter than 63% of sites here.
Other sites in the SPRG loop
Site 068TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 075STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 059TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 073STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 074STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 069TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served

Photos from SILVER MINES

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

St. Francis River Uptream From Footbridge
St. Francis River Uptream From Footbridge — US Forest Service
St Francis River
St Francis River — Mark Twain National Forest
St Francis River
St Francis River — Mark Twain National Forest
Wading by Old Dam
Wading by Old Dam — US Forest Service
St. Francis River Uptream From Footbridge
St. Francis River Uptream From Footbridge — US Forest Service
Footbridge Crossing St. Francis River
Footbridge Crossing St. Francis River — US Forest Service
Turkey Creek Picnic Area at Silver Mines
Turkey Creek Picnic Area at Silver Mines — US Forest Service
Kayakers by old mining company dam on St. Francis river
Kayakers by old mining company dam on St. Francis river

Permitted Equipment

TrailerTentRV

Booking Tips for Site 057

  • First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
  • Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 3:00 PM / 2:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 057?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site 057?

Maximum occupancy is 8 people and 2 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 057?

Max vehicle length is 25 ft.

What hookups does site 057 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site 057?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 2:00 PM.