Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Camper and RV rental — Illinois
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Illinois and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Illinois
From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
7 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Illinois
Illinois — a region worth exploring
Illinois stretches 630 kilometres from its northern border with Wisconsin to its southern tip at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, offering a remarkable range of landscapes for road trippers. Chicago's lakefront along Lake Michigan provides a dramatic starting point, while the Shawnee National Forest in the south delivers sandstone bluffs, cypress swamps and miles of peaceful trails. Between these two extremes, the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor traces a historic waterway through charming small towns, and Starved Rock State Park draws visitors to its 18 canyons carved by glacial meltwater. The drive from Chicago to Galena, a beautifully preserved 19th-century mining town in the northwest, covers roughly 260 kilometres through rolling farmland. Head south from Springfield — the state capital and home to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum — and you will reach Carbondale in about 330 kilometres, passing through the heart of Route 66 country along the way. Illinois is well suited to campervan and motorhome travel thanks to its flat, well-maintained highways and generous network of state park campgrounds. Whether you want a compact campervan for a weekend loop or a fully equipped motorhome for a fortnight-long adventure, Yescapa connects you with local owners across the state who share their vehicles peer-to-peer, making it easy to hire exactly what you need for your Illinois road trip.
Best time to visit
The best time to hire a campervan in Illinois runs from May to October, when warm days make camping comfortable across the state. June is ideal for exploring Starved Rock's waterfalls at their fullest, while the Illinois State Fair in Springfield each August offers a quintessential Midwestern experience. Autumn brings spectacular foliage to the Shawnee National Forest, peaking in mid-October. Spring and early summer tend to be quieter at campgrounds, so booking through Yescapa's peer-to-peer platform during these months can mean better availability and more competitive rates from local owners. Plan ahead for the Fourth of July weekend, when Illinois campgrounds are especially popular.
The best road trips in Illinois
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The Starved Rock Loop
200 km 3–6 days
This 200 km loop from Utica takes in Starved Rock State Park's dramatic canyons and Matthiessen State Park's waterfalls. Stop in the charming town of Ottawa along the Illinois & Michigan Canal. A great short break by campervan with well-equipped campgrounds along the way.
Galena and the Driftless Area
250 km 3–6 days
Cover 250 km through Illinois's unglaciated northwest corner, starting in Rockford and winding to the historic town of Galena. Explore Apple River Canyon State Park and the rolling hills of the Driftless Area. Ideal for a campervan with plenty of scenic pull-offs and quiet campsites.
The Route 66 Heritage Trail
400 km 5–8 days
Follow 400 km of the original Route 66 through Illinois, from Chicago south to the Chain of Rocks Bridge near Granite City. Visit the Gemini Giant in Wilmington and the Cozy Dog Drive In in Springfield. A motorhome-friendly route with easy parking and campgrounds near every major stop.
The Great River Road
450 km 5–8 days
Trace 450 km along the Mississippi River from Galena south to Alton, passing through Nauvoo's historic district and the towering bluffs of Pere Marquette State Park. This Illinois stretch of the Great River Road suits both campervans and motorhomes, with riverside campsites throughout.
Illinois North to South
600 km 7–11 days
Spanning 600 km from Chicago to the Shawnee National Forest, this route crosses the full length of Illinois. Stop at Starved Rock, explore Springfield's Lincoln sites, and finish among the sandstone formations of Garden of the Gods. Campsites in state parks welcome motorhomes of all sizes.
The Grand Illinois Tour
800 km 10–15 days
This 800 km circuit loops from Chicago west to Galena, south along the Mississippi to Alton, east through the Shawnee Hills, and back north via Champaign. Allow 10 to 15 days to enjoy the full diversity of Illinois by campervan or motorhome, with campgrounds at every stage.
Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find the perfect vehicle
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Confirm your booking
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
Go on an adventure
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
All good things must come to an end...
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Campsites and road information in Illinois
Recommended campsites
Illinois offers a wide network of campgrounds spread across its state parks, forests and lakeshores, catering to both campervans and motorhomes. Many sites provide electric hook-ups, water connections, dump stations and modern shower blocks. From the wooded bluffs along the Mississippi to the shores of Lake Michigan, you will find pitches in varied settings — whether you prefer a forested retreat in the south or a convenient base near Chicago.
- Illinois Beach State Park Campground ZionElectric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, beach access, dump station
- Starved Rock State Park Campground UticaElectric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, camp store, hiking trail access
- Pere Marquette State Park Campground GraftonElectric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, dump station, river views
- Giant City State Park Campground MakandaElectric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, dump station, nature trails
- Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area LenaElectric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, fishing lake, picnic areas
- Camp Sullivan Oak ForestTent and RV pitches, showers, flush toilets, nature centre, fire rings
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Illinois
Illinois has no toll roads for most of its highway network, but the Chicago metropolitan area operates several tollways — including the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90) and the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) — where tolls can be paid via I-PASS transponders or online. Speed limits on interstate highways are typically 70 mph (113 km/h) for cars, but motorhomes and larger vehicles over 8,000 lbs are often limited to 65 mph (105 km/h). Rest areas are well spaced along major routes like I-55 and I-57, with many offering overnight parking for self-contained vehicles. Be aware that some Chicago-area expressways have low clearance underpasses, so plan your route carefully if you are driving a taller motorhome.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on your party and travel style. For couples or solo travellers, a compact campervan with two berths is easy to drive and park across Illinois's state parks. Families of four or five will appreciate a motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette conversion. On Yescapa, each listing details the number of berths, sleeping layout and vehicle dimensions, so you can match the right fit to your group before booking your Illinois trip.
Yes, many vehicle owners on Yescapa welcome pets — just use the pet-friendly filter when searching. Illinois is a great state for travelling with dogs, as most state park campgrounds allow pets on leads. Shawnee National Forest and Starved Rock State Park both have dog-friendly trails. Always confirm the pet policy directly with the owner before booking to check any size or breed requirements.
Prices on Yescapa vary depending on the vehicle type, season and trip length. In Illinois, you can typically find a compact campervan from around £80 to £120 per night, while a larger motorhome may range from £120 to £200 per night. Because Yescapa is a peer-to-peer platform, you are hiring directly from local owners, which often means more competitive rates than traditional rental agencies. Booking outside peak summer months can also help.
On Yescapa, pick-up locations depend on where vehicle owners are based. In Illinois, you will find listings concentrated around Chicago and its suburbs, as well as in Springfield and the Champaign-Urbana area. Some owners in smaller towns like Rockford or Bloomington also list their vehicles. You can search by location on the platform and arrange a convenient collection point directly with the owner to start your Illinois adventure.
Start by comparing listings on Yescapa, where peer-to-peer pricing from local Illinois owners is often more affordable than traditional hire companies. Travelling in spring or autumn rather than July and August can lower nightly rates. Booking well in advance also helps secure the best deals. Look for owners offering weekly discounts on longer hires, and consider a smaller campervan if you do not need a full-sized motorhome — it will save on both hire costs and fuel.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Illinois
Kirsten
5 / 5
Great experience with TopCaravaning in Barcelona. Easy to use, amazing vehicle that looks like the pictures, and quick responses. Highly recommend!
Arnaud
5 / 5
Très belle expérience. Jean-Claude et sa femme Solène sont très disponibles. Ils prennent le temps de tout expliquer (Très important pour une première fois). S'il y a un soucis, une solution est très vite trouvée. Très arrangeant. Merci !
Matei
5 / 5
Very simple and straight forward. I really recommend
joshua
5 / 5
The rv was very nice a spacious, it looks even better than the pictures. The host was most helpful . I would definitely book with him again
Daphné H. F.
5 / 5
Hugo was verry friendly en kind during the whole vacation ( reachable, helpful,..). He gave us all the info wee needed en beyond. The Van is really nice and felt like home after 3 weeks.
Ieva
5 / 5
Our trip was wonderful from start to finish. The owners were extremely kind, helpful, and responsive. They explained everything clearly before departure, replied quickly to our questions, and were always available whenever we needed assistance. We were also provided with a detailed guidebook, which was very useful throughout the trip. Although it was my first time driving a camper van, I found it surprisingly easy and comfortable to drive. The van was very clean and well equipped. Everything we needed was already inside, including two tables, chairs, a frying pan, a cooking pot, and many other useful essentials. It was clear that a lot of thought had gone into making the van practical and comfortable for travelers. Overall, we had an excellent experience and would highly recommend both the camper van and its owners. Thank you for helping make our holiday so enjoyable! :)