Gun Creek Campground
Rend Lake, Illinois
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As of October 2026, Gun Creek Campground is a campground in Illinois with 100 campsites. Gun Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Gun Creek Campground is located at 38.0786° N, 88.9303° W.
- people allowed on 99 of 100 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 50
Gun Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
41 sites open on Oct 1 at Gun Creek Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 08:31 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Changes allowed: 10 change(s) per reservation
- Campsites held at once: 4 campsite(s) held
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Gun Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Gun Creek Campground
- Standard 99
- Group 1
- Accessible 6
- Hookups 100
What an RV fits
- 50 ft2 sites
- 52 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife.
All sites at Gun Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 041 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 042 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 043 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 044 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 045 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 046 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 047 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 048 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 049 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric | - |
| 050 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 051 | BLUE | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 052 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | Accessible |
| 053 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 054 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 055 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 056 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 057 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 058 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 059 | CARD | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 061 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 062 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | Accessible |
| 063 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 064 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 065 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 066 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 067 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 068 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 069 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 070 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 071 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 072 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 073 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 074 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 075 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 076 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 077 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 078 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 079 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 080 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 081 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 082 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 083 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 084 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 085 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 086 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 087 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 088 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 089 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | Accessible |
| 090 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 091 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 092 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 093 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 094 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 095 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 096 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 097 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 098 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 099 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 100 | EAGL | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | Accessible |
| S10 | GUN CREEK DAY USE | Group | 50 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 001 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 002 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 003 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 004 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 005 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 006 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 007 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric | Accessible |
| 008 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 009 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 010 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 011 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 012 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 013 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 014 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 015 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 016 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | Accessible |
| 017 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 018 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 019 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 020 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 021 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 022 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 023 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 024 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 025 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 026 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 027 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 028 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 029 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 030 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 031 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | 52 ft | Electric | - |
| 032 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 033 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 034 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 035 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 036 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 037 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
| 038 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 039 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric | - |
| 040 | NIGH | Standard | 8 | - | Electric, Water, Sewer | - |
About Gun Creek Campground
Overview
Gun Creek Campground is located on the eastern shore of Rend Lake— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois.
Recreation
Gun Creek Campground is conveniently located near the Gun Creek Day Use Area, which includes a boat ramp and a reservable picnic shelter. The area offers abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and general outdoor exploration. Additional recreation features around Rend Lake include the Rend Lake Bike Trail, an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches (including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach).
Facilities
Gun Creek Campground offers 98 reservable campsites equipped with electric hookups, a picnic table, and a firepit. The campground offers a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking water to provide a comfortable camping experience for guests. A playground is also conveniently located within the Nighthawk and Eagle camping loops.
Natural Features
The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Woodland areas are made up of hickory, oak, and beautiful maples providing habitat to white-tail deer, turkeys, racoons, and many more native species. The shorelines are an excellent viewing area for waterfowl, shorebirds, and bank fishing our known crappie population.
Nearby Attractions
Rend Lake Golf Complex, which includes a 27-hole golf course, restaurant, and lodge.
Rend Lake Shooting Complex
Rend Lake Archery Complex
Rend Lake Mountain Bike Trail
Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park
North Marcum Day Use (Beach and Boat Ramp)
Rules and notices at Gun Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Gun Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
All campers MUST register/ check-in with gate attendant upon arrival to receive site and vehicle tags.
Camping equipment is required to be placed on the campsite; one camper with a maximum of three tents OR four tents per site are permitted. Sites may NOT be reserved for parking of vehicles.
Reservations require a primary occupant to be 18 years of age or older and to be present on-site for the duration of the stay.
See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations.
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Gun Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Gun Creek Campground?
Gun Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 100 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Gun Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Gun Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Gun Creek Campground have?
Gun Creek Campground has 100 campsites.
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