2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Lake Shelbyville offers several established RV campgrounds with varying amenities and hookup options. Robin Hood Woods Campground provides full hookup sites from April through October with water, sewer, and electric connections, while Camp Lakewood accommodates large rigs with both 30 and 50-amp service. "Sites are a little too close. Trees in the shaded spots don't allow you to put your awning out," noted one camper about Robin Hood Woods, though the campground features a swimming pool and playground area. Coon Creek Recreation Area maintains multiple camping loops with pull-through and back-in sites, many positioned near the water with boat access, and operates seasonally from May through mid-October with over 100 campsites including full hookup options and buddy sites designed for group camping.
Most RV parks near Lake Shelbyville require reservations through Recreation.gov or campground websites, especially during summer and holiday weekends. The campgrounds are primarily maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers, ensuring clean facilities and well-maintained roads suitable for larger motorhomes. Dump stations are available at most locations including Opossum Creek and Wolf Creek State Park, though only select sites offer full sewer hookups. Along the main access roads, clearance may occasionally present challenges - one campground near the area notes a 13'10" railroad underpass height restriction that could affect taller RVs. Many parks remain partially open during off-season months with limited services, while offering year-round boat ramps and fishing access even when camping facilities close after Labor Day.
"Full hook ups. No WiFi or cable or anything fancy. There is a little playground on site as well. Pet friendly."
"Quiet, family friendly, and great for our dogs. We love the dog yard!"
"Just off the highway, but minimal noise. Clean. Well maintained. Pleasant staff. We had a long pull through, but there are a limited number of those."
"Long spots, friendly owner, easy access to hardware store across the street, coin laundry available. Downsides is wifi is poor, gravel is unlevel, limited menu on DoorDash."
from $30 / night
"Once we had scanned and entered through the gate they escorted us to our pull-through full-hookups site."
"Their friendly staff leads you back to your site on a golf cart and is regularly driving around with firewood. It's a surprisingly big campground, big rig friendly and a lot of cute amenities."
"The pull through spot was nice and level. The spot was also all gravel which was very nice! We had full hookups and full cell service through at&t."
"Our second time staying here we had site #2 waterfront pull through with full hook up and shaded till late afternoon. The sun sets behind the camper."
from $35 - $999 / night
"The park is huge and is one of the only state park's in Illinois with horse camping and horse trails."
"Was looking for a Class C site (I.e. rustic site, no hookups). Chatted with camp hosts « papa Bruce » and « grandma sugar burger » They were so sweet and accommodating."
TravelerCamp Host is very friendly and brought firewood to our site. Bath/shower house was clean. We were in the equestrian campground due to our 73 foot overall length. It was a great stay for visiting family. There are a lot of outdoor activities at the lake area, but no pool.
TravelerThe campsite is nice plenty of spaces spaced out nicely, but there’s absolutely no signage. took us forever to decide where we could park and what to do. tiny little sign on the Rangers house. Led us to a website and then charged us $50. Not what we were expecting. Plan ahead on this one.
GuideThis was a beautiful place to spend an evening on our cross country trip. We were able to secure site B7 -a nice level and shady spot on a beautiful tree lined lake. The site was dusty but there was a picnic table and electricity. It was 90 degrees in early October so I can imagine the open spots are really hot during the heat of the summer. Signs tell you to check in with camp host before parking but there was no one at their camper. I called the phone number and a helpful gentleman explained that the sites were first come, first served and someone would be around to collect our $20 fee. One large bathhouse for the campground was a good walk away but was spotless. I would have given this campground a 5 rating but after walking around, we realized that most of the sites by the lake were hard packed dirt, small and not level. However there is a new section I that has 10 long back in gravel pads with electric & water. They are away from the water but close to the shower house. Finally, google coordinates directed us to a private residence just short of the marina. Follow directions to the marina and find the road to the campground at the end of the parking lot.
ScoutThis campground is primarily for RVs and people with boats, given the lake nearby. There are five tent sites set back into the trees a bit. They are nicely laid out. There are a couple of picnic sites on the lake that are pleasant. What it needs for TLC is give the pit toilets a rehab. The one I used was filthy and the throne was almost completely unbolted. The water pump by the tent sites is inoperative and there seems to be only one location where one works, so you have to use your car to get water. It doesn't have showers but you can use one at a nearby campground if you really need. Bottom line: fix the toilets and water and I'd give this a four.
ScoutThis is such a peaceful and great place to camp.
ScoutBeautiful level campsites! Well kept! Beautiful surroundings! Clean! One of the nicest level sites we have stayed in. Bathrooms are clean and showers are great!
TravelerJody, the hostess, is friendly and responsive. We stayed one night in the fall so the many permanent RVs were not occupied. The park is large and surrounded by woods and fields. We had a peaceful night near the cornfields where the short-term RV sites are located. Can hear the train horn in the distance. Note that they are tandem, so pull thru for the first person but back in for the second. We would stay here again.
TravelerThis campground is surrounded by farm land and Off the beaten track. I was one of maybe two or three campers. Electricity at RV sights. Water at dump station. Docks to fish from and watch the birds around the lake.
TravelerLimited Cellular access. I’m the only camper in the camp tonight so I moved close to the camp host since I travel solo. Nice fishing lake.
Lake Shelbyville stretches 25 miles along central Illinois with over 11,000 acres of water surface and 172 miles of shoreline. The reservoir sits between Shelbyville and Sullivan, surrounded by prairie and wooded terrain that offers diverse camping options. Fall camping remains popular through mid-October with cooler temperatures and colorful foliage creating ideal conditions for outdoor activities.
Fishing access with dock proximity: At Coon Creek, waterfront sites provide convenient boat and fishing access. "Lake Shelbyville has everything: biking, hiking, a beach, fishing and the town has a small movie theater showing current movies for $4.00," notes Ronald B. Many sites allow visitors to leave boats in the water overnight near their campsite.
Family swimming options: Wolf Creek State Park Campground offers a beach area for swimming, though it closes after Labor Day. "There is a beach that closes after Labor Day, but there are lots of sites available all year round," writes Michael M. Camp Lakewood also features swimming areas: "The swimming area is basically just a dock you can jump off of but it's not crowded at all so plenty of room for my family," according to Riley J.
Local entertainment: Within a short drive of Spring Creek Campground, campers can access town amenities. "We camp here especially on weekends when we have to be home early or have commitments during the day," shares Sara T. The town of Shelbyville offers a small movie theater with current films for just $4, making it an affordable evening option.
Spacious, private waterfront options: Coon Creek offers premium water-view sites. "We chose a buddy site even though we weren't camping with another family because we like the location. It was right at the end of the peninsula, and it is by far the biggest and beautiful site we have ever stayed in," reports Melissa B.
Well-maintained facilities: Most Lake Shelbyville campgrounds feature clean, regularly serviced amenities. "The bathrooms are so clean! Nice place over all!" notes Riley J. about Camp Lakewood. Spring Creek impresses visitors with its natural setting: "This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds I've been in in a long time. It's small, owned by an older farmer, has electricity and bathrooms."
Affordable camping rates: Many campgrounds around Lake Shelbyville offer competitive pricing. Spring Creek Campground charges just "$25 per night, this place is beautiful," according to James C., while tent camping runs only $15. Most campgrounds maintain reasonable rates compared to other recreational destinations.
Seasonal operation schedules: Most campgrounds have limited availability after October. "Part of the campground is open after Labor Day, but the main season is Memorial day to Labor day," explains Michael M. about Coon Creek. Some facilities like showers and swimming areas close earlier than camping access.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience highway noise that may affect site selection. Percival Springs RV Campground sits near a small airport where "you can watch the helicopter or people fly with parachutes," notes Gillian L. Height restrictions may apply on access roads: "There could be a height problem for people coming off expressway as there is a train track with a 13'10" clearance."
Reservation requirements vary: While some campgrounds require advance booking, others offer first-come options. "Same day is first come first serve," explains one Wolf Creek visitor. During peak summer months and holiday weekends, advanced reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for premium waterfront sites.
Playground access: Robin Hood Woods Campground offers dedicated recreation areas. "Beautiful new pool was perfectly maintained with plenty of tables and chairs to make a day of the time at the pool. Pavilion and picnic area near pool and playground perfect for family gatherings or kids birthdays," reports Sarah S.
Bug preparation necessary: Evening insect activity can be significant around the lake. "The only thing I would say is make sure that you bring a screen tent for eating outside as the bugs really get bad at night," advises Melissa B. Screened shelters for dining areas are particularly useful during summer months.
Off-season wildlife viewing: Fall and winter camping provides unique nature observation opportunities. "There are lots of hiking trails and deer run through the park in herds in the winter months," notes Michael M. October visits coincide with fall foliage, creating scenic camping conditions with fewer crowds.
Site selection concerns: Many RV sites around Lake Shelbyville have specific limitations. At Robin Hood Woods, "Sites are a little to close. Trees in the shaded spots don't allow you to put your awning out," warns Terry. When booking, verify whether sites are back-in or pull-through as many campgrounds offer limited pull-through options.
Utilities and hookups: Water connections may require planning at some campgrounds. At Kamper Kompanion RV Park, visitors appreciate the "Easy on off, right by highway, pulled in after dark and they met us to show us to the site and got us settled. Easy pull thru site with 40' and toad," according to Jessica T. Wolf Creek campers should "bring plenty of water hose. The water faucets for fill up can be a bit far away," advises Nathaniel K.
Dump station access: Most campgrounds provide dump stations, though not all sites offer full hookups. Spring Creek Campground provides "electricity but only a few have water. There are clean restrooms with free showers. There is a central dumping station upon exit," notes James C.
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