Established Camping
Lone Point
Lone Point, near Shelbyville, Illinois, is a fantastic spot for those who love being close to the water. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, making it a flexible choice for different camping styles.
With its beautiful lake views and spacious sites, it’s a great place to kick back and soak in the scenery. Campers have raved about the clean facilities, including decent bathrooms and the availability of drinking water and electric hookups. One visitor noted, “The sites have electricity and water nearby,” which adds a nice touch to your camping experience.
If you’re into outdoor activities, you’ll find plenty to do here. The campground is perfect for boating, kayaking, or just enjoying a peaceful day by the water. There’s also a 12-mile hiking trail that runs along the lakeshore, offering a moderate to difficult trek for those looking to stretch their legs. As one happy camper put it, “I recommend this campground over all the others on Lake Shelbyville.”
While some sites might not be perfectly level, the overall vibe is relaxed and friendly. Plus, the hosts are known for their exceptional hospitality, checking in on campers even during storms. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer stay, Lone Point is a solid choice for a lakeside getaway.
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.
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
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.
Location
Lone Point is located in Illinois
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
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VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Sherwood Forest
56 min away
Fairview Park Campground
59 min away
Drive Time
- 45 min from Decatur
- 1 hr 5 min from Champaign
- 1 hr 13 min from Springfield
- 1 hr 36 min from Bloomington
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- 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
