Welcome to Bear Branch Horse Campground!

Join us in a friendly environment full of friendly people.  We have Cabins, Tent Camping, RV Camping, Horseback riding, Hiking, or Biking... we’ve got a spot for you.
BRING YOUR OWN HORSE OR RENT ONE OF OURS!

Located in the SOUTHERN TIP of the exquisite Shawnee National Forest in Eddyville Illinois.

General Rates

Campsites

Water, Electric and Sewer campsites are Full Hook-up sites. Perfect for RV's and Campers and can be Permanent. Water and Electric campsites are W&E only. There's no sewer hook-up.

Water/Electic...$29
Full Hookup.....$31
per night

Cabins

There are eight cabins. These cabins are Rustic/Primitive/Ruff-n-Tuff it styles. Seven cabins have bathrooms, running water/sinks, beds and there is one primitive(no bathroom or water). All cabins are electric. Must provide your own bedding and towels.

Cabins range from $50 to $75 per night
Cleaning fee $25

Tent Sites

There is enough space around Bear Branch for pitching a tent and really enjoying nature. Great for Scout groups, families, couples and yes, pets are allowed. Come and set up your tent for a weekend of fun and horseback trails and hiking in Shawnee National Forest.

$12 per night

Horse Stalls

There is enough space around Bear Branch for pitching a tent and really enjoying nature. Great for Scout groups, families, couples and yes, pets are allowed.

$10 Stall Deposit for each stall booking
$12 per night per stall

Guided Rides

We offer guided horseback riding tours in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest on our horses.
Starting at $80 per person Start from 2 hour rides all the way up to full day rides.
Let the fun began!

APPOINTMENT
ONLY!
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BRING YOUR OWN HORSE OR RENT ONE OF OURS!

Riding and Cabin Packages

We also offer guided horseback riding tours in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest on our horses.

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

We offer guided horseback riding tours in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest on our horses.
BY APPOINTMENT!

Starting at $80 per person

Start from 2 hour rides all the way up to full day rides.  Let the fun began!

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

We offer guided horseback riding tours with a two night stay at Bear Branch Horse Camp on our horses.
BY APPOINTMENT!

Starting at $150 per person

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

Cabins, Campsites and Stalls!

In Loving Memory of Barb!

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