Stonefort, Illinois · Shawnee National Forest
Experience Southern Illinois the way nature intended.
Little Lusk Campground offers peaceful campsites, comfortable lodging, horseback riding trails, and a beautiful event barn nestled inside the Shawnee National Forest.
Welcome to Little Lusk
Eighty-five acres of woods, trails, and family tradition.
Tucked into the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest, Little Lusk has welcomed families, riders, and gatherings for generations. It's the kind of place where the coffee's strong, the porch swing's open, and every trail seems to lead somewhere quiet.
Little Lusk Campground sits on 85 wooded acres in Stonefort, Illinois — right on the edge of the Shawnee National Forest. We have 50 campsites, comfortable lodge rooms, a beautiful event barn, and direct access to miles of horse trails.
Whether you're bringing your horses, pitching a tent, hosting a wedding, or just looking for a quiet weekend under the trees, you'll find room to breathe and neighbors who wave.
- 85 acres
- 50 campsites
- Lodge rooms
- Event barn
- Horse camping
- Fishing pond
- Hiking & riding
- Bathhouse & laundry
- Firewood & ice
- Peaceful atmosphere
Ways to stay
Pick your kind of quiet.
Mark your calendar
Upcoming events.
Rides, cookouts, weekend gatherings — everyone's welcome. Here's a taste of what's coming up.
September 4–7
Labor Day Weekend
One last summer hurrah at the campground — riding, relaxing, and campfire time together.
September 12
5th Annual Clash At The Creek
A beloved tradition returns with competition, camaraderie, and creek-side excitement.
September 13
7th Grandparent's Day
Honor the grandparents with a special day at the campground — family, food, and fellowship.
Find your way around
The lay of the land.
Ponds, pastures, campsites, and the lodge — here's how it all fits together across our 85 acres.
Explore the area
A local's guide to the Shawnee.
Waterfalls, canyons, state parks, riverside restaurants — everything we send guests to, all within an easy drive of camp.
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Shawnee must-sees
Garden of the Gods, Bell Smith Springs, Lusk Creek Canyon & more.
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Sightseeing & day trips
State parks, waterfalls, Superman Square, Fort Massac.
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Food scene
River fish, homemade pizza, pit BBQ, and handmade chocolates.
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Need something?
Gas, groceries, pharmacy — the closest stops during your stay.
Reservations
Come stay a while.
Sites fill up fastest in spring and fall. Give us a call and we'll help you plan the right stay.
(270) 205-713850 Barger Rd
Stonefort, IL 62987