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Opossum Creek Campground

Lake Shelbyville, Illinois

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As of October 2026, Opossum Creek Campground is a campground in Illinois with 64 campsites. Opossum Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Opossum Creek Campground is located at 39.4456° N, 88.7725° W.

people allowed on 63 of 64 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 16

Opossum Creek 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 Opossum Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Opossum Creek Campground

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Standard 47
Tent 17
Hookups 64

What an RV fits

30–34 ft1 site
35–39 ft4 sites
40–44 ft2 sites
45–49 ft12 sites
50–54 ft3 sites
55–59 ft6 sites
60–64 ft9 sites
65–69 ft4 sites
70–74 ft3 sites
75–79 ft2 sites
100–104 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Opossum Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the OPOSSUM CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
02	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
03	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
04	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
05	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
06	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
07	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
08	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
09	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
10	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
11	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
12	Tent	8	-	Electric
13	Tent	8	-	Electric
14	Tent	8	-	Electric
15	Tent	8	-	Electric
16	Tent	8	-	Electric
17	Tent	8	-	Electric
18	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
19	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
20	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric
21	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
22	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
23	Standard	8	100 ft	Electric, Water
24	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water
25	Tent	8	-	Electric
26	Tent	8	-	Electric
27	Tent	8	-	Electric
28	Tent	8	-	Electric
29	Tent	8	-	Electric
32	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric
34	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric
35	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
37	Tent	8	-	Electric

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
38	Tent	8	-	Electric
39	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
40	Tent	8	-	Electric
41	Tent	8	-	Electric
42	Tent	8	-	Electric
43	Tent	8	-	Electric
44	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
45	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
46	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric
47	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric
48	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
49	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
50	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
51	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
52	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
54	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
57	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
58	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
59	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
62	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
63	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric
64	Standard	16	55 ft	Electric
67	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
68	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
69	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
71	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric
73	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
74	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric
75	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric
76	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric
77	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric
81	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric

About Opossum Creek Campground

Overview

Opossum Creek Recreation Area has a quiet campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. 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.

Opossum Creek provides a fishing pond for children age 12 and under with an accessible fishing dock. There are also several other ponds with farmed fish 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.

Facilities

Most of the campsites have electricity and accommodate both RVs and tents, though there are several tent-only non-electric sites as well.

Flush toilets, showers, a playground and dump station help create a comfortable camping environment.

Natural Features

Opossum Creek overlooks the lake shore and provides 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

Wolf Creek State Park, 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 Opossum Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Opossum Creek 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 check-in at fee booth during normal operation hours.

Must have a reservation prior to setting up on site.

Tent camping is always permitted, but not recommended for some sites

One RV and three tents, or four tents per site

Two RVs and six tents, or eight tents per group site

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

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

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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Opossum Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Opossum Creek Campground?

Opossum Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 64 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Opossum Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Opossum 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 Opossum Creek Campground have?

Opossum Creek Campground has 64 campsites.

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