Whittington Woods Campground at Benton

Attractions near Whittington Woods Campground

Our campground is just minutes away from:

Antique Auto Museum

1910 Franklin County Garage Museum that is located in a Ford dealership that was built in 1910 and restored to its original condition. Features autos and memorabilia of the era.
Distance: 10 minutes

Antique Shopping

Benton has several wonderful antique shops located on the square.
Distance: 10 minutes
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Benton Civic Center

Look for numerous scheduled events throughout the year.
Distance: 10 minutes

Benton Community Park

Four lighted tennis courts, ball diamonds, and playground and picnic area.
Distance: 10 minutes

Illinois Artisans Shop

The Artisans Shop offers jewelry, art glass, baskets, ceramics, textiles, paintings, photography and other arts and crafts all "Made in Illinois."
Distance: 5 minutes
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Mitchell Museum in Mt. Vernon

Mitchell Museum has contemporary art exhibitions in two galleries, including a Children's Gallery.
Distance: 25 minutes

Pheasant Hollow Winery

Pheasant Hollow has won several awards for it's fine wines. Visit their website for gift shop and tasting hours.
Distance: 5 minutes
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Rend Lake

19,000 acre Recreation Lake located 1 mile west, offers boating and fishing. Boat docks are 5 minutes away
Distance: 5 minutes
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Rend Lake Bike Trail

10 miles of trails surrounding Rend Lake.
Distance: 5 minutes

Rend Lake Golf Course

Championship 27-hole public golf course. Voted “Mid-America’s Finest.”
Distance: 5 minutes
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Shooting Complex and Hunting Preserve

Distance: 10 minutes
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Shopping Malls

Mt. Vernon mall features Sears, JCPenney and several other specialty shops. Marion mall features Dillards, Target and several other specialty shops.
Distance: 25 minutes to Mt. Vernon or Marion

Phone: (618) 435-3401 | whittingtonwoodscampground@gmail.com | 14297 State Highway 37, Whittington, Illinois 62897