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Lone Point Campground

Lake Shelbyville, Illinois

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As of October 2026, Lone Point Campground is a campground in Illinois with 61 campsites. Lone Point Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lone Point Campground is located at 39.4522° N, 88.7403° W.

people allowed on 60 of 61 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 16

Lone Point Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Lone Point Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Lone Point Campground

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Standard 61
Hookups 61

What an RV fits

25–29 ft1 site
30–34 ft4 sites
35–39 ft5 sites
40–44 ft1 site
45–49 ft7 sites
50–54 ft6 sites
55–59 ft6 sites
60–64 ft11 sites
65–69 ft12 sites
70–74 ft4 sites
75–79 ft2 sites
80–84 ft2 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife.

All sites at Lone Point Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
05	LPOI	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
06	LPOI	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
07	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
08	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
09	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
10	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
12	LPOI	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
13	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
14	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
15	LPOI	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric
24	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
25	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
26	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
27	LPOI	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
28	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
29	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
30	LPOI	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric
31	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
32	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
33	LPOI	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric
34	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
35	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
36	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
37	LPOI	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
38	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
42	LPOI	Standard	16	80 ft	Electric
43	LPOI	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric
47	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
48	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
49	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
50	LPOI	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
51	LPOI	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric
52	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
53	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
54	LPOI	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric
55	LPOI	Standard	8	80 ft	Electric
56	LPOI	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric
57	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
58	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
59	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
60	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
61	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
62	LPOI	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
63	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
64	LPOI	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
65	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
66	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
67	LPOI	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
68	LPOI	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
69	LPOI	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
70	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
71	LPOI	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric
72	LPOI	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
16	MAYA	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric
17	MAYA	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
18	MAYA	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
19	MAYA	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
20	MAYA	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
21	MAYA	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric
22	MAYA	Standard	8	25 ft	Electric
23	MAYA	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric

About Lone Point Campground

Overview

Lone Point is a secluded campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois.

This facility has a variety of campsites that can accommodate large and small groups, as well as individuals. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing.

Visit the Lake Shelbyville, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for News Releases, Event Information, & Emergency Updates. https://www.facebook.com/LakeShelbyvilleUSACE

Visit it our USACE Lake Shelbyville Website for more information on Lake Shelbyville. https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/

Recreation

Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Visitors have access to a multi-lane boat ramp and courtesy dock at the adjacent Lone Point Day Use Area.

For those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake.

Hunting areas located within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock.

Hikers can explore the lake shore using a number of trails, including the 11-mile Chief Illini backpacking trail, which begins nearby and runs along the edge of the lake.

Facilities

Lone point offers a separate area of camping for large groups of up to 80 people. The group camp area consists of 10 paved electric sites which can accommodate a total of 10 RVs and 30 tents, or 40 tents alone. The group area also provides a picnic shelter and water hydrant.

The facility provides amenities like flush toilets, showers, a playground, dump station and boat ramp.

Natural Features

The Lone Point area is heavily forested with plenty of shade. Oak and hickory are the lake region's dominant tree species. Foliage turns a variety of red, orange, purple and yellow each fall, while prairie flowers dot the landscape in spring and summer.

Numerous species of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors inhabit the lake area, as do mammals such as cottontail rabbit, white-tail deer, gray and fox squirrel, muskrat and mink.

Nearby Attractions

Eagle Creek State Park, Little Illini & Chief Illini Hiking Trails, Hide N Seek at Coon Creek Trail, the city of Findlay, and Forrest Park in Shelbyville all provide great opportunities to explore Lake Shelbyville.

The nearby Hunter & Fishermen Parking Lots, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding, and hunting near Lake Shelbyville.

Rules and notices at Lone Point Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Lone Point Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Attention – Customers who do not arrive at the campground by 4 p.m. on the day after scheduled arrival date will be No Showed. Please Review the R1S No Show policy for complete details.

Must have a reservation prior to setting up on site.

Must check-in at fee booth during normal operation hours.

One RV and three tents or four tents per campsite

Tent camping is permitted, but not recommended for some sites

The adjacent Lone Point Day Use Area has individual picnic sites as well as a picnic shelter which is available on a first come, first served basis.

The banks are steep and it may be difficult to get to the water from many sites

Hikers may want to call the park for Chief Illini Trail status prior to planning a trip; trail is occasionally closed for repairs

No outside firewood allowed; obtain or purchase firewood at or near your camping destination and burn it on-site; firewood can carry invasive insects and diseases that destroy forests; learn more

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.

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Lone Point Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lone Point Campground?

Lone Point Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 61 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lone Point Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lone Point 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 Lone Point Campground have?

Lone Point Campground has 61 campsites.

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