Army Corps of Engineers · Illinois
Blanding Landing
Army Corps of Engineers · Illinois, United States
- Sites
- 38
- Hookups
- 30 electric, 7 no hookups
- Season
- May 1 to October 24
- Max RV length
- 40 ft
- Group sites
- Yes
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Showers
- Yes
- Dump station
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 623 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 3
- Cell coverage
- Verizon weak · T-Mobile good · AT&T none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Lake
- Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
- Nearest town
- HANOVER
- Address
- BLANDING LANDING RECREATION AREA, HANOVER, IL, 61041
- Phone
- RANGER STATION: 563-582-0881 / CAMPGROUND ENTRANCE STATION: 815-591-2326 (5-8 PM DAILY)
- Activities
- Birding, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Picnicking, Water Access, Wildlife Viewing
38 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.
About
Overview
Blanding Landing is situated in a lush river valley on the east bank of the great Mississippi, just 13 miles from Galena, Illinois.
Rich deposits of minerals line the landscape. In the early 19th century, miners from around the globe flocked to the area in search of wealth from minerals. This was the nation's first mineral rush, predating California's legendary Gold Rush.
Recreation
The Mississippi River draws crowds of anglers each year. The most popular species is the channel catfish. Bluegill, walleye, crappie and northern pike also live in these waters. Other activities include boating, picnicking and hunting.
Facilities
All campsites are on grass and most have electric hookups. A playground and showers are also available. Hardwood trees allow for natural shade in the area.
Natural Features
The campround is off the beaten path offering a quiet camping getaway. Nestled along the backwaters of the Mississippi River, this area is a well known birders paradise plus access to miles of great fishing.
Thousands of years ago, Ice Age Glaciers divided and detoured around the northwest corner of Illinois. In their wake, clusters of rugged hills remain. Today, the winding country roads are perfect for leisurely drives.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Galena is 13 miles north, and attracts tourists for its quaint atmosphere, unique shops and historic buildings. Eighty-five percent of the buildings in the town are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (563) 582-0881.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28° | 11° | -16° | 49° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 34° | 15° | -13° | 63° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 47° | 30° | 4° | 75° | 10 of 11 |
| April | 59° | 39° | 27° | 80° | 5 of 11 |
| May | 70° | 52° | 36° | 88° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 81° | 62° | 49° | 93° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 84° | 68° | 61° | 93° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 81° | 66° | 57° | 90° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 79° | 60° | 49° | 89° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 61° | 45° | 30° | 79° | 2 of 10 |
| November | 45° | 32° | 7° | 70° | 7 of 10 |
| December | 37° | 24° | -9° | 69° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
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