Tripadvisor’s “The 10 Best Illinois Campgrounds 2025,” sorted by “best value,” named spots in East St. Louis, Herod, ...

If you’ve never slept in a tent before, spending the night outdoors can be a somewhat challenging adventure. DEC’s First-Time Camper Program is designed to make the experience as effortless and fun as ...

Our ultimate guide to camping tents covers all of the very best tents we've tested this season, from one-person backpacking ...

Meredith St. Henry joined WNEMTV5 in September 2024 as an investigative reporter. She grew up in Lake Orion, ... Memorial Day weekend is the start of camping season, but the weather may not be ...

The pollen has been banished, the bugs are still angry, but the days are warm and hopefully the nights will be tolerable.

Lake Morena County Park remains one of the most affordable and inclusive places around, with boating from $12-$50, nightly tent-site for $22, RV for $31 or cabins starting at $50.

The 11 best tents for camping trips and festivals, tried and tested Wild camper Phoebe Smith presents her pick of this year’s best tents, from two-second pop-ups to traditional canvas affairs ...