About Blanding Landing
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37 total sites
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (83)
What Guests Are Saying
Blanding Landing is a well-maintained campground with clean restrooms and showers, friendly hosts, and a beautiful location along the Mississippi River. Many visitors appreciated the ample shade and recreational opportunities, such as a nearby boat ramp. However, frequent train traffic can be disruptive, especially at night, so light sleepers should prepare accordingly.
What Guests Are Saying
Blanding Landing is a well-maintained campground with clean restrooms and showers, friendly hosts, and a beautiful location along the Mississippi River. Many visitors appreciated the ample shade and recreational opportunities, such as a nearby boat ramp. However, frequent train traffic can be disruptive, especially at night, so light sleepers should prepare accordingly.
Review Summary
Theresa A
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Very nice little park on the Mississippi. Electric at sites, plenty of central water spigots. Spacious sites. There is a train track near, but not bothersome - in any event, it is unavoidable camping along the Mississippi. Part of its charm.
Dolores A
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Very nice small quiet camp ground.
DOREEN B
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Nice quiet campground. Trains are not as bad as we've had in the past. (sites on the outer perimeter are right near the train tracks) Fill up water upon arrival. Lots of grass! Showers were great! There is a nice picnic area by the water, which we really enjoyed! Turtles! Tornado sirens in the area are tested at 12noon on Tuesdays
Peter M
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Site #8 was level. Site was grass and well drained.
Campground itself was well maintained and bathrooms clean.
Perhaps not as well developed as other Army core of engineers campgrounds, but I would consider it excellent.
Trudy W
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
We visited Blanding Landing during the middle of the week in September and found it quiet and peaceful - mostly. There are nearby freight trains that run several times a day and occasionally at night. However, for us, we found it interesting. We also enjoyed watching the recreational boats come and go from the boat ramp. The campground host was friendly and helpful. Bathroom was clean and Blanding Landing is definitely a place we would return to if we are in the area again.
james s
VerifiedOctober 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
We pulled in with a flat tire on our RV. The Host, Ann was quick to help us by inflating our tire so we could get it off and to our site. After 2 hours, we still couldn't get the tire off so she recruited a fellow camper and a neighbor. They all helped us and were amazing people!! The campground was beautiful and very clean. We will be back!
MICHAEL W
VerifiedOctober 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Campsite was very nice, clean showers and restrooms also has a boat launch. 10 min from eagle ridge resort! That being said we thought we were in a tent only spot and we had a camper right next to us. Big led lights on, tv going and air conditioner running. Our spot would have had a really nice view of the backwater but the brush was blocking it. Campsite 13. The campsite host was extremely nice and helpful one of the best!
Donetta B
VerifiedOctober 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Other than the mosquitoes it was a decent place to camp.
Jill W
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
The campground was very well maintained. The staff was helpful. The town of Galena is a great place to visit.
Cheryl H
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BLANDING LANDING
Beautiful area with lots of things to do and see. Campground is very well maintained and the host, Ann, was very helpful and friendly. The trains and signs added to our entertainment, but it might not be for everyone.
Location & Directions for Blanding Landing
Blanding Landing Recreation Area, Hanover, IL 61041 United States
Elevation: 184 ft
Getting There
13 mi south of Galena, IL off HWY 20, turn west on Blackjack and follow directional signs. DO NOT TAKE DIGGIN HILL RD.
Highway access
Blanding Landing is located approximately 13 miles south of Galena, IL off US Highway 20.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Visitors are expected to be aware of Campground Rules
- This campground is a Self-Service Campground.Self-Service Campgrounds allow campers to modify their own reservations on their arrival date, at no charge using the Recreation.gov website or Mobile App. So, if you want to add a night, leave early, or move to a different site, you can do it all from your smartphone!
- Campsites are by Reservation Only.1. Campers With a Reservation:MUST confirm the site reserved, locate site, and start camping.A Park Ranger or Volunteer will come to your campsite to check you in. Have your ID and ATB pass, if applicable, ready to present.2. Campers Without a Reservation:MUST check for campsite availability and make reservation first by:Using your smartphone camera to scan the QR Code at campsiteor call 1-877-444-6777or visit www.recreation.gov
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