Opossum Creek

Opossum Creek
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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
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Apr
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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
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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
🚐 03, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 04, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 05, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 06, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 07, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 08, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 09, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 10, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 11, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
12, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
13, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
14, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
15, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
16, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
17, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 18, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 19, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 20, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 21, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 22, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 23, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 24, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
25, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
26, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
27, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
28, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
29, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 32, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 34, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 35, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
37, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
38, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 39, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
40, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
41, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
42, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
43, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 44, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 45, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 46, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 47, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 48, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 49, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 50, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 51, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 52, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 54, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 57, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 58, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 59, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 62, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
50 Amp · Full Hookups
🚐 63, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 64, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 67, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 68, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 69, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 71, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 73, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 74, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 75, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 76, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 77, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 81, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK RV
30 Amp · Electric Only

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

John G

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 03, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

2

Very poor toilets and obvious that entire park needs updating.

Dennis M

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 57, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Nice quiet campground

Nathan C

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 07, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

3

The showers were unacceptable. Water spigots not working properly. Drainage is huge issue, Basically you are wading in 2-3 inches of water. Both toilets and showers in need of painting and general upkeep.

Jayson V

Verified

July 18, 2024 Stayed at: 12, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

3

Good place overall, but power was out at campsite and the grounds are starting to fall into disrepair.

Todd S

Verified

July 22, 2024 Stayed at: 40, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Great sites with view of the lake along with full shade and a cool lake breeze.

Beverly B

Verified

August 5, 2024 Stayed at: 24, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

2

I have sent an email with pictures of the bathroom and shower with the black mold and have not heard anything back yet.

Yeshayhu B

Verified

August 9, 2024 Stayed at: 27, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Great park, neat and clean site.

Steven S

Verified

August 9, 2024 Stayed at: 52, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

We were in the area to visit family so, we didn't really do any recreational activities.

Christopher M

Verified

August 25, 2024 Stayed at: 51, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Very nice campground and easy check in.

Jason Z

Verified

June 2, 2025 Stayed at: 51, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK

5

Nice quite campground

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 10, 2026

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