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.
Good to have it when you arrive
Address
3132 E Goodenow Rd, Crete, IL 60417, United States
Phone
+1 708-672-8700
Website
https://emeraldtrailscampground.com/Location
Reviews
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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...
Read moreNicholas 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 ...
Read morekim 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...
Read moreBob Welch
September 18, 2024
Amazing campground with woodside, hiking trails, and a pond. Bob and his team provide top rated customer service.