Thomson Causeway

Sunset on campsite #69
View of Potter’s North campground loop roadway.
Thomson Causeway day use area playground.
View of roadway in Potter’s North campground loop.
Campers driving into the Thomson Causeway campground.

Featured amenities

Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

126 total sites

RV Sites

121 sites

Tent Sites

5 sites

About Thomson Causeway

Thomson Causeway provides the unique experience of island camping on the great Mississippi River and it's well worth a try! The western edge of the recreation area offers visitors an unobstructed view of the widest spot on the Upper Mississippi River Basin, 3.5 miles from shore-to-shore. Here, campers can enjoy memorable views of the river and the valley, and partake in plenty of great water activities.

Number of accommodations: 126

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 24

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

126 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: PMAS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 043, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 045, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 046, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 047, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 048, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 049, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 051, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 053, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 054, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 055, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 056, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 057, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 059, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 060, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 061, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 062, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 063, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 064, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 065, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 066, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 067, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 068, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 069, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 070, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 071, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 072, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 073, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 074, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 075, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 076, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 077, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 078, Loop: PMAN RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 079, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 080, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 081, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 082, Loop: RIVE RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 083, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 084, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 085, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 086, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 087, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 088, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 089, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 090, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 091, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 092, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 093, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 094, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 095, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 096, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 097, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 098, Loop: RIVE RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 099, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 100, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 101, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 102, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 103, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 104, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 105, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 106, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 107, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 108, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 109, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 110, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 111, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 112, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 113, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 114, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 115, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 116, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 117, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 118, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 119, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 120, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 121, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 122, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 123, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 124, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 125, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 126, Loop: HPOI RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
127, Loop: TENT Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
128, Loop: TENT Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
129, Loop: TENT Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
130, Loop: TENT Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
131, Loop: TENT Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (760)

What Guests Are Saying

Thomson Causeway is a well-maintained and beautiful campground with stunning views of the Mississippi River, abundant wildlife, and excellent biking trails. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, friendly staff, and spacious camping areas. While there are minor concerns like occasional bugs and limited shower facilities, the overall experience is positive, making it a favorite destination for many campers.

Review Summary

4.7
760 reviews
5
74.2%
564
4
19.9%
151
3
3.6%
27
2
1.6%
12
1
0.8%
6

Denis D

Verified

June 21, 2026 Stayed at: 123, Loop: HPOI

5

Of course weather was fine. Site was in great condition and the shower house great. Very popular!

Stephanie P

Verified

June 21, 2026 Stayed at: 061, Loop: PMAN

5

Great campground! Nice clean sites. Plenty of activities to do such as biking, kayaking, fishing and great river views. We usually stay in Pman sites 60 or 61.

Kimberly T

Verified

June 22, 2026 Stayed at: 120, Loop: HPOI

5

Clean, level, concrete-pad with water and 30 & 50-amp service. Clean firepit, good picnic table. Stunning views of river, lots of birds & river wildlife. Quiet hours maintained. Friendly volunteers

Bonnie W

Verified

June 24, 2026 Stayed at: 038, Loop: PMAN

5

It’s very peaceful here. Hosts are friendly. Love it here

Rich H

Verified

June 25, 2026 Stayed at: 019, Loop: PMAS

4

Very nice campground. The sites are level concrete with newer electrical hookups. Each site is angled nicely so you’re not looking directly at your neighbors site. Easy access to the Great River Trail. We will definitely be back.

Edward M

Verified

June 25, 2026 Stayed at: 107, Loop: HPOI

5

Always enjoy our visit to Thomson, Illinois. Just love the setting--along the beautiful Mississippi River.
So much to do in the area. We like to go into Clinton, Iowa which is just across the bridge into Iowa. Plenty of good places to eat within a 15 mile radius of Thomson. Depending on what quisine appeals to you.
Nice biking trails from Thomson to either Savannah, Illinois or to Fulton, Illinois.
We personally try to make it to Thomson Causeway 2 times per camping season---a week at a time.

Monica s

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 116, Loop: HPOI

5

We stayed in site 116. Riverfront with the best sunsets.

Dennis P

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 104, Loop: HPOI

5

Very clean, big sites OK cell service

Lisa L

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 036, Loop: PMAN

5

The campground is beautiful. Bathrooms are kept clean. Sites are large. The views were incredible especially the sunsets. Lots of wildlife observed.

Patrick M

Verified

June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 069, Loop: PMAN

5

Our favorite spot. Mayflies were out in force but they didn’t scare us away.

Location Thomson Causeway

Address:
1600 Lewis Avenue
Thomson, IL, 61285
United States

Highway access

Thomson Causeway is accessible via IL State Route 84, which connects to other major routes in the area.

Elevation: 184 feet

Distance to downtown

1.1 mi drive to downtown Thomson (about 3 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • New check-out/set up times this year: Campsites available to set up on at 2 pm, you may set up earlier than 2 pm if the campsite is vacant
  • All campers must check-in on the day of arrival during fee booth hours.
  • Fee booth hours are: Monday - Wednesday - Thursday - Sunday - Mondays of holiday weekends
  • 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.  
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Visitors are expected to be aware of Campground Rules 
  • To learn more about this campground, click here
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Last updated: September 4, 2026

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