Volunteer USA Campsite provided

Campground Hosts, Illinois State Parks

Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Illinois, USA

Illinois Department of Natural Resources takes volunteer hosts at state park campgrounds across Illinois. Hosts get assigned campsite plus $1.00 per full day worked. Minimum stay: 4 weeks. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and each park fills its own host sites.

Type: Volunteer
Compensation: Assigned campsite plus $1.00 per full day worked
Campsite: Provided
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Hours: About 35 hours/week, including weekends and holidays
Apply by: Rolling / open until filled
Eligibility: 21 or older; own camping equipment; criminal history check

Typical duties

Welcome campers and write camping permits
Explain park facilities and regulations
Collect fees and answer questions about area attractions
Check restrooms and do minor maintenance
Contact staff in emergencies

Apply on Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Summary written by CampHostJobs from Illinois Department of Natural Resources, checked 2026-10-07. Confirm details with the employer before you travel.