Opossum Creek

Opossum Creek
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Opossum Creek Campground has no fee booth hours

Featured amenities

Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

64 total sites

RV Sites

47 sites

Tent Sites

17 sites

About Opossum Creek

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/LakeShelbyvilleUSACEVisit it our USACE Lake Shelbyville Website for more information on Lake Shelbyville. https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/

Number of accommodations: 64

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

64 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
12, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
16, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
17, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
25, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
26, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
27, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
28, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
29, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
37, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
38, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
40, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
41, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
42, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
43, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 67, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 69, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 73, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 74, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 81, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (167)

What Guests Are Saying

Opossum Creek Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with friendly and helpful staff enhancing the experience. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, including the restrooms and shower house, and enjoy the spacious sites surrounded by nature. While some guests noted the need for updates to the bathrooms and occasional noise disruptions, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.4
167 reviews
5
61.7%
103
4
22.8%
38
3
8.4%
14
2
3.6%
6
1
3.6%
6

Nancy C

Verified

June 4, 2022 Stayed at: 11, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

We had an excellent time camping at opussum camp grounds, very clean & everyone was very kind.

Edna A

Verified

September 28, 2021 Stayed at: 41, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Great site with a nice view.
The only downside is that the restroom is pretty far walking distance , something to consider if camping with kids. We will definitely come again.

Sylvia W

Verified

September 19, 2021 Stayed at: 44, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

4

Clean campground. Quiet and peaceful. Beautiful nature and lake views.

Jody A

Verified

September 8, 2021 Stayed at: 09, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Clean & well kept!

Sean R

Verified

September 5, 2021 Stayed at: 62, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Very nice!! Will definitely be back. Too bad season ends so soon

Elizabeth B

Verified

September 5, 2021 Stayed at: 68, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

4

The campground was nice. The shower house was in need of a little repair, but they were clean, The sites were little close together, but that really wasn't a problem. Still am not very fond of the reserve website. I know a few friends are talking about selling their campers due to being unable to get a site. Several of the local people that I know have the same complaint. You can't get off work Friday and just go out for some R & R like in the past. This particular stay I would have stayed longer had there been spots available. I will give it another year, but if some major changes in getting sites does not change I may have to sell my camper as well. It is very disappointing that you either can't get spots with friends, or just cant get spots in general. A major disappointment for me is that some of the spots do not even get used. My elderly parents and I tend to camp at the same time, but the "new" camping rules make it almost impossible.

Gary A

Verified

August 30, 2021 Stayed at: 22, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Fantastic campground. No golf carts, and other noisemakers. The hosts are the best of any park we have gone to. The Ranger staff was fantastic and nice to talk to. The cleaning staff keeps the facilities top-notch.
The one big problem is that the campground closes the day after labor day. It should stay open into the fall so people can enjoy camping in the fall colors. The Army Corps of Engineers should recognize this need to use one of its prime campgrounds. Opossum Creek is a much better camp than Lithia Springs which is a noisy and less desirable campground.
Opossum Creek is one of those hidden jewels that people who want to camp in peace and quiet, kick back and read a book, have a nice walk, and be away from the pressures of society for a few days. One hates to give the campground such glowing reviews simply the more people who read the good reviews will decide to camp there and suddenly getting a campsite is hard to do.
Wake up AOE, keep Opossum Creek open until the middle of October.

Toni H

Verified

August 30, 2021 Stayed at: 62, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Hosts, Hilliards and Debbie Thomas, were very helpful.

Charles B

Verified

August 27, 2021 Stayed at: 52, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

4

good place to camp. great workers, clean!!!!!!

Victoria A

Verified

August 26, 2021 Stayed at: 54, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Nice lots with trees. Many full hookups. Campground was kept up nicely. Bath houses were very clean. Was our first time and we will go back.

Location Opossum Creek

Address:
1989 State Hwy 16
Shelbyville, IL, 62565
United States

Elevation: 200 feet

Distance to downtown

4.6 mi drive to downtown Shelbyville (about 11 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 7, 2026

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