About Thomson Causeway
Number of accommodations: 126
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Dump Station -
Playground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (625)
What Guests Are Saying
Thomson Causeway is praised for its beautiful riverside camping, clean facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. Campers appreciate the spacious concrete pads, proximity to nature, and stunning sunsets over the Mississippi River. While some concerns were raised about noise from barking dogs and a less-than-friendly host, the overall experience is highly positive, with many planning to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Thomson Causeway is praised for its beautiful riverside camping, clean facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite among visitors. Campers appreciate the spacious concrete pads, proximity to nature, and stunning sunsets over the Mississippi River. While some concerns were raised about noise from barking dogs and a less-than-friendly host, the overall experience is highly positive, with many planning to return.
Review Summary
Mike B
VerifiedOctober 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: PMAN
Very nice clean campground. Beautiful area bike trail attached right to the park. We’ve never camped here before but we rode through in the summer there were a lot of flies. When we camped mid October we didn’t see any. Lots of trails to walk nice spots overlooking the water. We will definitely go back. But make sure you bring your own meals. Not too many restaurants around. Site we were at only had electric, but they do have a dump station and fresh water.
David Z
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 116, Loop: HPOI
Always a good stay...relaxing, bike riding, beautiful sunsets...
Francis W
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 095, Loop: RIVE
The host was very friendly and everything was clean.
Cindy S
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: PMAN
A beautiful spacious campground right on the Mississippi!
James V
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: PMAN
great place with lots to do -- 90 mile bike path touching the camp -- camp on/next to the river -- trees -- friendly
Lisa B
VerifiedOctober 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: PMAN
Clean, green, quiet. Great experience.
Russell S
VerifiedOctober 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: HPOI
Firstly let me say that the folks at Recreation.gov/customer support were very friendly and helpful getting my reservation charges corrected prior to my reservation. Camp sites at Thompson Causeway are all level spots some offer more green space than others. Fill your fresh water tank on the way in. There are hydrants throughout the campgrounds but not setup to use as you main connection. Very nice area to walk and or bicycle throughout the park. We will definitely revisit next season.
Michael P
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: PMAS
Great campground, perfect for families.
Sandy N
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 116, Loop: HPOI
We love Thomson Causeway and look forward to next year. The hosts and the volunteers are friendly and helpful!
Melanie O
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: PMAN
The park is clean and well maintained. Enjoyed the views and the wonderful campers that were staying here. Will definitely return in the near future.
Location Thomson Causeway
Address:
1600 Lewis Avenue
Thomson, IL, 61285
United States
Take IL State Route 84 to Thomson, Illinois. Turn west onto Main Street, then turn south onto Lewis Avenue.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.9517 / -90.1108
Elevation: 184 feet
Policies & Rules
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New check-out/set up times this year: Check-out: Noon Campsites available to set up on at 2 pm, you may set up earlier than 2 pm if the campsite is vacant |
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All campers must check-in on the day of arrival during fee booth hours. |
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Fee booth hours are: Monday - Wednesday - 4 pm - 8 pm Thursday - Sunday - 9 am - 12 pm and 4 pm - 8 pm Mondays of holiday weekends - 9 am - 12 pm and 4 pm - 8 pm |
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Campsites 33, 79-97, and 127-131 do not have water available at each campsite. You are able to fill up your holding tank at the dump station or from a water faucet. Campers must unhook from water faucet when done filling holding tank. |
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Please make sure to empty or flush your water and waste tanks at the designated dump station drains only. Emptying tanks, including freshwater tanks, on roadways, parking lots, campsites or other areas in the park is prohibited. Also, dumping or emptying water or waste tanks, including freshwater tanks, on state, county or city roads is illegal per state statutes. Thank you for your cooperation. |
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Campers using a discount card are required to verify their discount card number during check-in by providing the discount pass and a photo ID. |
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Only one RV and two tents will be allowed on RV sites. The only exception is if there is no RV on site, in which case you may have three tents. |
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Visitors are expected to be aware of Campground Rules |
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To learn more about this campground, click here |
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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. |
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Firewood can be purchased in the campground during the hours of 5 pm to 8 pm nightly for $6 per bundle from the on-site firewood shed. Use the QR code at the firewood shed to pay for firewood using a credit card. No cash or checks are accepted for firewood sales. |
