Emerald Trails Campground

3132 E Goodenow Rd, Crete, IL 60417, United States

4.0

79 review

Emerald Trails Campground offers a serene escape into nature with its beautiful grounds located just over a mile from the main road. This campground is known for its cleanliness, lush tree coverage providing ample shade, and serene environment. If you're looking for a peaceful spot surrounded by nature, where you can enjoy both short-term stays and a community of permanent campers, this might just be the place for you!

Features & Highlights:

  • Pet Friendly: While they have advertised a 15 lb weight limit for dogs, the rule seems laxed, allowing larger dogs on the campground.
  • Amenities: Facilities include clean and reasonably priced laundry services and great showers with excellent water pressure.
  • Natural Beauty: With wooded areas, hiking trails, and a pond, there's plenty to enjoy for nature lovers.
  • Community: The campground community is described as friendly and welcoming, with helpful staff led by “Big Bob.”

Considerations:

  • While the campground is generally quiet, some guests noted that rules about dog leashing and waste pickup aren't strictly enforced, which could be bothersome.
  • Despite on-site policies, the campground is accommodating with dog weight limits, making it a friendlier place for families with larger pets.

Overall Thoughts:

Emerald Trails Campground is a fantastic spot for those who prefer a natural camping experience over urban accommodations. With its beautiful, peaceful setting, accommodating policies, and friendly community vibe, it offers a delightful place for a nature retreat. While dog policies could be better enforced to maintain tidiness and peace, the overall positive environment and excellent amenities seem to outweigh these concerns for most visitors.

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Address

3132 E Goodenow Rd, Crete, IL 60417, United States

Phone

+1 708-672-8700

Website

https://emeraldtrailscampground.com/

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Rodney Barnett

August 31, 2024

This is a really nice clean country campground. The camping area is a little more than a mile from the road on a nicely graded gravel driveway. The la...

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Nicholas Shillingford

September 08, 2024

I was in Chicago for a conference. Prefer camping in nature to staying in an overpriced hotel. They had a great camp spot for me to place my tent and ...

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kim carlson

October 04, 2024

Very clean. Nicest people that work here. I’ve been here for 5 months. Very beautiful and peaceful. I will definitely be back!

Victor

June 04, 2024

Where to start. Big Bob made my friend and I feel welcome all the way through our stay. The best camping experience I’ve had in a long time. Onl...

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Bob Welch

September 18, 2024

Amazing campground with woodside, hiking trails, and a pond. Bob and his team provide top rated customer service.