Established Camping
Shady Creek
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Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Attention Campers! Beginning 2024, the Mississippi River Project's new Check-out time will be 12 pm. The new Check-in time will be 2 pm.
Shady Creek campsites 1-7, 9-11, 29-31 are not opening until May 16, 2024 due to construction and landscaping work. Current reservation holders should check their email for updates on this delayed opening. We apologize for any inconvenience.
About
US Army Corps of Engineers
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
Overview
Shady Creek Campground is a 22-acre park where campers enjoy getaways on the banks of the Mississippi River. A nature trail, shore fishing and fantastic bird watching are offered at Shady Creek.
Recreation
The Mississippi River draws many anglers annually. The most popular fish species is the channel catfish; bluegill, walleye and northern pike are also found in the river. Picnicking and playing horseshoes is a popular activity in the park.
Facilities
The park's campsites contain 50-amp electric hookups, campfire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and showers are provided. A boat ramp and playground are on-site.
Natural Features
The park has spectacular views of the Mississippi River. Many trees throughout the campground provide great places to lounge in the shade. The Upper Mississippi River begins at the headwaters of Lake Itasca, Minnesota and flows 1,250 miles to Cairo, Illinois where it joins the Ohio River.
Nearby Attractions
Wildcat Den State Park is just north of Shady Creek, offering hiking trails and the historic Pine Creek Grist Mill built in 1848. The Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge is a 40-minute drive downstream. Trails and observation decks are open to the public. Hunting and fishing are allowed in many area of the refuge.
Location
Shady Creek is located in Iowa
Directions
From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 miles and turn at the Shady Creek sign.
Address
3550 HWY 22
Muscatine, IA 52761
Coordinates
41.4475 N
90.8772222 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Nice quiet spot on the Mississippi
Bathrooms were clean. Easy in and out of the campground. Nice boat launch. Right on the Mississippi
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Nice COE CGalong Mississippi River
CG has views of Mississippi River with good amenities: electric, tables, fire rings, RR/showers. Play areas, camp volunteers onsite, wood available, boat ramp, shelter. This is a seasonal cg and has a train track upon entering park. Wild Cat Den State Park just up US61.
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Beautiful Campground on the Mississippi
Army Corp of Engineers campground on the Mississippi River. Good cell reception. We have Verizon. Clean showers and 50 amp sites.