Thomson Causeway Recreation Area
Army Corps Of Engineers
Write a Review Potter Road Thomson, IL 61285 815-259-3628 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 41.9512, -90.1112
Overview of Thomson Causeway Recreation Area
Last Price Paid: $10
Reported by SK on 10/15/2023
Longest RV Reported: 63 feet (Class A)
Reported by SK on 10/15/2023
Number of Sites 125
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally May - Oct.
Elevation 590 ft / 179 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Thomson Causeway Recreation Area 10 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 10/6/2022
“Amazing location along the river”
Reviewed 10/15/2023
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 93 |
| RV Length: | 63' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
The sites are gravel but easy to level. They are set up in a zipper design so you do not always have privacy or a view. We were lucky to have both as it wasn’t a popular week or buy weekend in our loop. It poured over 2” and I was grateful for an elevated gravel pad! We were above the lakes that the campground grass turned into ov... more
The sites are gravel but easy to level. They are set up in a zipper design so you do not always have privacy or a view. We were lucky to have both as it wasn’t a popular week or buy weekend in our loop.
It poured over 2” and I was grateful for an elevated gravel pad! We were above the lakes that the campground grass turned into over night.
Great 50amp solid service.
4 lane dump station!
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SK would stay here again
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“Spacious sites, great views, well maintained COE campground”
Reviewed 10/6/2022
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 87 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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Was looking for a fall getaway before the RV went into winter storage. You can almost never go wrong with an Army Corp campground and this campground did not disappoint. Booked a in the most secluded loop, River Birch, in a site that backs right up the the Mississippi River. This loop has gravel pads, (all other loops are concrete), ... more
Was looking for a fall getaway before the RV went into winter storage. You can almost never go wrong with an Army Corp campground and this campground did not disappoint. Booked a in the most secluded loop, River Birch, in a site that backs right up the the Mississippi River. This loop has gravel pads, (all other loops are concrete), and ours was perfectly level. Spent our mornings hiking on some really great nearby trials in Savannah, IL and Clinton, IA and our afternoons biking the Great River Trail which runs right through the access road to River Birch loop. The only negative is there are busy rail lines running through Thomson and across the river on the Iowa side. So if nighttime train horns bother you, sleeping my be interrupted semi regularly. They are distant, but noticeable. Check out my 3 minute video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1p2OVvzOfw
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T-Mobile 5G
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“Nice Campground”
Reviewed 8/17/2022
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 33 |
| RV Length: | 12' (Teardrop Trailer) |
Overall Rating
We stayed at site 33 for two nights. The site was spacious and no sites were to the left of us and they used the site to the right for storing a mower. The sites were all cement with rocky surface where the fire pit and grill is. If you can get a site next to the River there are some beautiful views of the Mississippi. The only complai... more
We stayed at site 33 for two nights. The site was spacious and no sites were to the left of us and they used the site to the right for storing a mower. The sites were all cement with rocky surface where the fire pit and grill is. If you can get a site next to the River there are some beautiful views of the Mississippi. The only complaint I have is the shower drain was plugged leaving you standing in two inches of water trying to get dressed.
DRogers would stay here again
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“Very nice COE park”
Reviewed 9/10/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 115 |
| RV Length: | 16' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
This is a very nice large park on the banks of the Mississippi river there are numerous sites that are big rig accessible with water and Electric heavily wooded with the trails or bike trails boat ramp very well-maintained I highly recommend it but make sure that you have reservations for a weekend
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John Vanderschrier would stay here again
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“Classic COE Quality”
Reviewed 7/20/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 20' (Travel Trailer) |
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This campground is classic COE quality. The grounds are well maintained. Most sites are dry with several hydrants spread throughout the camping circles. Fill up on water at those before you get to you site. Scenery is gorgeous with views of Mississippi River backwater and main channel waters. Tons of birds and other fauna. I ... more
This campground is classic COE quality. The grounds are well maintained. Most sites are dry with several hydrants spread throughout the camping circles. Fill up on water at those before you get to you site.
Scenery is gorgeous with views of Mississippi River backwater and main channel waters. Tons of birds and other fauna.
I paid half price ($10/night) with the National Access Pass. Other national passes get 50% off, too.
The Great River Trail (bicycle trail) runs right through the park for easy access.
Some barking dogs, but campers seem to behave themselves more at COE campgrounds versus other campgrounds. Maybe it's a different clientele?
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“Pleasant Park with Views of The Mississippi”
Reviewed 6/22/2020
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 38 |
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Lovely views from our riverside campsite with lilly pads, croaking frogs, wandering turtles and lots of people biking, or boating. Site came with a fire pit and picnic table. Buggy, but to be expected by the slow moving water. Downsides: Huge park and hard to get direct waterfront sites unless booked well in advance. In June, the ... more
Lovely views from our riverside campsite with lilly pads, croaking frogs, wandering turtles and lots of people biking, or boating. Site came with a fire pit and picnic table. Buggy, but to be expected by the slow moving water. Downsides: Huge park and hard to get direct waterfront sites unless booked well in advance. In June, the nature trail may as well be the Amazon Jungle, but it did offer a fun spot for our shepherd to blow off steam before getting back in the rig. There is no water at the site and you need to drive to the dump station. It is a long drive off I-80 for a one night stay.
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Brad would stay here again
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“Wonderful!!!”
Reviewed 6/13/2020
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 36 |
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This is an incredibly clean campsite, quiet, and every site is a great site! Been here several times and plan on coming several more! Showers and bathroom are very well cared for, though the playgrounds are still closed at this time.
The sunsets over the Mississippi are incredible! Many types of sites available.
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Nabh8 would stay here again
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“Views of the Mississippi ”
Reviewed 5/13/2017
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 66 |
| RV Length: | 31' (Travel Trailer) |
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We have stayed at this COE Cg numerous times. It is almost always full, especially on the weekends. The campground was in a definite need of mowing. The shower houses also needed a better cleaning. They weren't horrible or the worse I have seen but I wouldn't classify them as clean. We stayed in the first loop to the right when y... more
We have stayed at this COE Cg numerous times. It is almost always full, especially on the weekends. The campground was in a definite need of mowing. The shower houses also needed a better cleaning. They weren't horrible or the worse I have seen but I wouldn't classify them as clean. We stayed in the first loop to the right when you cross the water onto the island and had a nice view of the river. No mosquitoes but biting gnats. The sites were not crowded but no privacy. This park also has a lot of drive through traffic.
We like this park due to it's easy access to the bike trail which runs from Rock Island, Illinois to Savannah,Illinois. The little town of Thomson has a very good bike shop for repairs, accessories or to purchase a new bike. They specialize in recumbent bikes.
It is an easy drive to Galena, Illinois for a day outing from the campground.
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dcjones1068 would stay here again
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“A typical COE campground on the shores of the Mississippi.”
Reviewed 7/26/2016
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 40 |
| RV Length: | 34' (Fifth Wheel) |
Overall Rating
Camped here July 22-25. Very hot, temps in the mid 90's and very humid. Our site, which was on the channel side, had great shade. There are many sites right along the River which offer a beautiful view of the Mississippi and also provide a beautiful panoramic sunset. Many of these sites, however, are fully exposed in the sun for mu... more
Camped here July 22-25. Very hot, temps in the mid 90's and very humid. Our site, which was on the channel side, had great shade. There are many sites right along the River which offer a beautiful view of the Mississippi and also provide a beautiful panoramic sunset. Many of these sites, however, are fully exposed in the sun for much of the day, so beware on hot summer days. Riverfront sites would be absolutely beautiful in spring and fall but it appears these are reserved far in advance, so act quickly to get one if planning to stop here.
The small town of Thompson is an easy bike ride away and the local Casey's offers ample provisions. Great bike trails in the area, though we limited our rides to the immediate area because of the heat.
We have US Cellular and had good cell service in the campground.
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“C/G right on the Mississippi River”
Reviewed 1/10/2015
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| RV Length: | 28' (Travel Trailer) |
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Typical COE camping; spacious, clean, organized and in a picturesque location on the Illinois side of the Great River.
Tomp would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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