Fishing, hiking, and water access pull campers to Lone Point, a US Army Corps of Engineers campground set within Lake Shelbyville's forested shoreline in central Illinois. The campground runs from mid-May through Labor Day, with a small section near the boat ramp staying open year-round. Sites along the water give direct views of the lake, while others sit back in wooded areas. Spacing between sites is generous, and one local reviewer notes "nice space between camp sites and lots of views."
Full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer, accommodate RVs up to 80 feet. Tent campers have options too, though some sites offer limited level ground, so it pays to browse available spots before booking through recreation.gov. A shower house and clean restrooms are on-site. Trails can flood after heavy rain, and cell reception is reportedly unreliable, so downloading maps in advance is worth the effort.
The Chief Illini Trail starts from the parking area and runs roughly 12 miles along the shoreline to Eagle Creek, rated moderate to difficult. Boaters, kayakers, and canoeists have direct lake access. A narrow path from at least one site leads down to a small beach area. Among campgrounds around Lake Shelbyville, Lone Point draws comparatively lighter crowds, which keeps the atmosphere lower-key than busier alternatives. Nearby options include Coon Creek to the west and Lithia Springs to the southwest. Lone Point works best for anglers, paddlers, and hikers who want lake access with full hookup amenities.
Description
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/LakeShelbyvilleUSACEVisit 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 is 100% reservable. All campsites are equipped with electricity. The facility provides amenities like flush toilets, showers, a playground, dump station and boat ramp.It 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.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLone Point is located in Illinois near Shelbyville
Directions
From Shelbyville, Illinois, go 4.5 miles north on State Route 128 to County Road 1750 N. Turn right and drive 0.9 miles to County Road 1900 E, then make a left and go 0.35 mile. Turn right onto County Road 1785 N and continue 2.5 miles to County Road 2150 E. Turn right and go 0.7 mile to County Road 1725 N, then take a left and travel 0.25 mile to County Road 2175 E. Turn right and continue 0.7 mile to the campground.
Address
1989 State Hwy 16
Shelbyville, IL 62565
Coordinates
39.4522222 N
88.7402778 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/4/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/4/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 45 min from Decatur, IL
- 1 hr 5 min from Champaign, IL
- 1 hr 13 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 36 min from Bloomington, IL
