BLANDING LANDING, Illinois Campground Images, Info & Reservations
Directions 13 miles south of Galena, IL off HWY 20, turn west on Blackjack and follow directional signs. DO NOT TAKE DIGGIN HILL RD. Phone RANGER STATION: 563-582-0881 / CAMPGROUND ENTRANCE STATION: 815-591-2326 (5-8 PM DAILY) Activities CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS Keywords BLAN,MISSISSIPPI RV. RI Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Illinois State Road Conditions Illinois State Tourism 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