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THOMSON CAUSEWAY (IL), IL

Description

Thomson Causeway is located on an island on the Mississippi River. Temperatures range from low 60s to high 80s in the summer, and cool, dry weather in the fall. The elevation of this campground is 600 feet above sea level, and is a popular nesting spot for shorebirds and ducks. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, biking, and boating.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Playground
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Bike Trail
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Comfort Station
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilet
  • Hiking Trail
  • Hunting
  • Interpretive Trail
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Pit Restroom
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Showers
  • Telephone
  • Toilet, Pit/Vault

Alerts and Important Information

The Thomson Causeway Recreation Area is anticipated to be going through some major renovations beginning as early as the fall of 2009. These improvements, which are part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 include: the addition of a third shower building located near the River Birch Campground; renovation of the two existing shower facilities; a new multi-lane sewer dump station; and additional improvements.

To prepare for the construction work we are implementing the following policy changes for the 2010 recreation season:
  • There will be no camping reservations accepted for the 2010 season.
  • All campsites not affected by construction will be available on a first-come first-serve basis only.
  • Camping loops or the entire recreation area may close intermittently during the season.

    While it is our intention to keep the recreation area open and accessible to the public to the greatest extent possible, the above limitations are needed to ensure the safety and security of our visitors, construction workers, and employees.

    Please visit http://www.missriver.org often for project status updates or call the Thomson Ranger Office at 815-259-3628 for more information.

    • Getting There:

    Thomson Causeway (IL)
    LEWIS AVENUE
    Thomson IL 61285

    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    41.95167, -90.11083

    Take IL Rt. 84 to Thomson, IL. Turn west onto Main St., then turn south onto Lewis Ave.
    View Regional MapMap Driving Route

    Phone Park for More Information:

    Information: (815)259-3628