If you want to experience all the good parts of a fishing trip, like the fresh air, connection with nature, and family time, without all the bad stuff, like sleeping outside, and dirty toilets, Sankoty Lakes in central Illinois is definitely for you.

"Glamping" is becoming a new fad in the big business of the great outdoors. It makes sense, there's a ton of people out there that would like to get into the world of camping without having to set up a tent and fight bugs the whole time.

Think of glamping as a bridge between staying at a hotel and staying at a campsite. You get to go camping and fishing, but still have a comfortable place to sleep that doesn't require any zippers.

Sankoty Lakes in East Peoria is the latest resort in Illinois to capitalize on this growing sector.

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The property itself sits on a huge aquifer along the Illinois RIver. This location ensures that the water for fishing is always clear and always at a perfect 52 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Visitors are welcome to stay in one of their many well-appointed cabins or bring their own RV and enjoy beautiful views of the Illinois RIver.

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Don't worry about bringing enough wood to make a campfire. Sankoty Lakes will provide you with whatever you need to get the full camping experience without breaking a sweat.

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Their amenities rival some of the nicer hotel rooms you've stayed in at a fraction of the cost.

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Their cabins are perfect settings for a friends weekend away or a retreat for the whole family.

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The one thing glamping offers that a regular hotel stay will never, is the gorgeous views of the scenic Illinois River.

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Make your reservations now! You won't regret it.

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