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O'Connell's RV Campground

2.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront holiday park with 3 outdoor pools

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Lake
Terrace/patio
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Waterslide

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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970 Green Wing Road, Amboy, IL, 61310-0200
  • Place, Muddy Creek
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Dixon Historic Center
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Park Model w/Porch (Linens Not Included)

Room

Deluxe Park Model w/Porch (Linens Not Included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Park Model Stone Patio (Linens Not Included)

Standard Park Model Stone Patio (Linens Not Included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Amboy

On the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Muddy Creek and 16 miles (25 km) of John Deere Historic Site. Mendota Museum and Historical Society is within 16 miles (25 km) and Union Depot Railroad Museum is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Muddy Creek - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Union Depot Railroad Museum - 23 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home - 25 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • John Deere Historic Site - 25 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Dixon Historic Center - 25 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Depot Tap - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Delite - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Long Branch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive

About this property

O'Connell's RV Campground

Family-friendly beachfront holiday park with 3 outdoor pools
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Bring your whole family to O'Connell's RV Campground for summer fun including 3 outdoor swimming pools, mini golf, and a children's pool.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Amboy holiday park.

  • 300 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
O'Connell's RV Campground offers 300 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 10 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Boat
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Pedal boat
  • Playground
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 30 and April 17.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 10 per day (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

O'Connell's Yogi Bear RV Resort Amboy
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Frequently asked questions

Does O'Connell's RV Campground have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at O'Connell's RV Campground.

How close is O'Connell's RV Campground to the beach?

This holiday park is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does O'Connell's RV Campground offer free breakfast?

O'Connell's RV Campground does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at O'Connell's RV Campground?

No, there is no casino at this holiday park.

What time is check-in at O'Connell's RV Campground?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at O'Connell's RV Campground?

This holiday park offers free self parking.

Does O'Connell's RV Campground have a pool?

O'Connell's RV Campground features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does O'Connell's RV Campground have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does O'Connell's RV Campground have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this holiday park.

How close is O'Connell's RV Campground to downtown Amboy?

O'Connell's RV Campground is 3.3 mi away from Amboy.

O'Connell's RV Campground Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I like that the website offered...lots of amenities and things to do...but when we got there EVERYTHING was terrible...toilet overflowed..clogged up didn't flush...the air conditioner went down..NO AIR...we ordered a screened in porch..didn't get one even there were ones right across the pool..which is what i thought i ordered instead stuck us in back with a nice expensive golf cart rental we needed to purchase to get around...especially to the toiletsfor our family of 7!!!...7...anyways the store was close...no game...even the t.v didn't work...there is more and i think im entitled a full refund
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place for Family!

We have stayed at this O'Connell's three times prior to this visit. We have loved it each time, however this time we were particularly impressed. They have made some improvements. It seemed to be in great condition with the same friendliness and family feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We lived Yogi Bear!! Great weekend. Bands, Karaoke, activities for the kids. Paddle boats, fishing and water slide 2 pools!! Great Family atmosphere I will be back!! ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ever

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for family....

Cabins are clean beds are ok but realistically your going there too cookout swim and be with the family not be in the cabin all day very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Fremont, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We liked the park model. Spacious, clean, accommodating. Nice patio with grill. Enjoyed the pools and paddle boating. My grandson especially liked the putt-putt. The park is neat, easy to get around, lots to offer for entertainment and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

hector m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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Great, but unfortunaly due an storm we dont have light for a few hours the food was bad for eat due dont have any cooler or ice the store is close when we go to buy ice ,well in general its a good place for two days for me....