Gun Creek

Gun Creek Campground Map
Eagle Loop
Shelter 10
Gun Creek Map
North Gun Creek Kayak Trail

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

99 total sites

RV Sites

99 sites

About Gun Creek

Gun Creek Campground is located on the eastern shore of Rend Lake— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois.

Number of accommodations: 99

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
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
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Jul
Aug
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Dec
Currently open - Mar 13 to Nov 22

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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99 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 002, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 003, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 004, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 005, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 006, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 007, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 008, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 009, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 010, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 011, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 012, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 013, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 014, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 015, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 016, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 017, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 018, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 019, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 020, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 021, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 022, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 023, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 024, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 025, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 026, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 027, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 028, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 029, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 030, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 031, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 032, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 033, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 034, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 035, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 036, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 037, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 038, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 039, Loop: NIGH RV
Electric Only
🚐 040, Loop: NIGH RV
Water & Electric
🚐 041, Loop: BLUE RV
Water & Electric
🚐 042, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 043, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 044, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 045, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 046, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 047, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 048, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 049, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 050, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 051, Loop: BLUE RV
Electric Only
🚐 052, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 053, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 054, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 055, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 056, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 057, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 058, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 059, Loop: CARD RV
Electric Only
🚐 061, Loop: EAGL RV
Water & Electric
🚐 062, Loop: EAGL RV
Water & Electric
🚐 063, Loop: EAGL RV
Water & Electric
🚐 064, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 065, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 066, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 067, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 068, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 069, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 070, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 071, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 072, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 073, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 074, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 075, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 076, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 077, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 078, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 079, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 080, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 081, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 082, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 083, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 084, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 085, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 086, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 087, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 088, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 089, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 090, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 091, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 092, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 093, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 094, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 095, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 096, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 097, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 098, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 099, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only
🚐 100, Loop: EAGL RV
Electric Only

Reviews (727)

What Guests Are Saying

Gun Creek Campground offers beautiful lake views, well-maintained grounds, and spacious, clean campsites, making it a great spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Many reviewers praised the friendly staff and the campground's quiet atmosphere, ideal for relaxation and enjoyment. While some noted issues with outdated shower facilities and site leveling, overall experiences were positive, highlighting the campground's charm and convenience for camping trips.

Review Summary

4.4
727 reviews
5
63.3%
460
4
22.8%
166
3
8.3%
60
2
4.1%
30
1
1.5%
11

Steven T

Verified

May 19, 2025 Stayed at: 049, Loop: BLUE

4

Outside of the over-cleaning of the camp bathrooms that made my eyes sting, outside, the campground was fabulous!

Greg B

Verified

May 15, 2025 Stayed at: 025, Loop: NIGH

4

Need to mow more. Every time we’re camping grass is high. They don’t mow it very low. For some

Kimberly D

Verified

May 15, 2025 Stayed at: 017, Loop: NIGH

4

Even though it rained most of the time we were there, the Bath House is always clean and plenty of hot water! Mist of the sites are easy to get into and are fairly level. There are a handful of sites that really angle down hill. Gun Creek has easy interstate on and off. Some highway noise, very tolerable. Plenty to do and wildlife to see in the area. Camp hosts are very personable and friendly. We camp there several time a season with our friends.

Rita K

Verified

May 11, 2025 Stayed at: 095, Loop: EAGL

4

Gun creek is our favorite campground to camp at Rend lake . Some camp spots could use some work.

Floyd G

Verified

May 10, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: NIGH

5

Excellent stopping point right off I-57. Far enough from interstate that road noise is not an issue.

Ellen S

Verified

May 9, 2025 Stayed at: 084, Loop: EAGL

5

Clean, quiet, lots of kids and families as well as friendly fisherman. Beautiful sites on the lake.

Cynthia O

Verified

May 5, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: NIGH

5

We stayed at #23. Full hook ups, level and nice view of the lake. Great campsite!

Michael R

Verified

May 5, 2025 Stayed at: 061, Loop: EAGL

4

Great campground. Entrance is next to a golf course and there is a sign prohibiting vehicle traffic over 10 tons gross weight.. All the rules and regulations for this park do not mention a 10 ton gross weight limit and over 50% of the camping rigs in the park from my assessment were over 10 tons gross weight. For your information. I like to follow the rules and this sign is confusing.

Peggy V

Verified

May 5, 2025 Stayed at: 026, Loop: NIGH

5

We have never had a bad experience here!!

Terri K

Verified

May 5, 2025 Stayed at: 010, Loop: NIGH

4

Enjoyed our weekend, with one minor hiccup, as there was a mud dobber nest “in” the 50amp receptacle. We were able to use the 30amp until the technician was able to replace it early next morning. Thank you for the quick response.

Location Gun Creek

Address:
Gun Creek Campground
Whittington, IL, 62897
United States

Highway access

Gun Creek Campground is accessible from I-57 via exit 77, approximately 1 mile away. Illinois Route 154 runs directly in front of the campground, providing further access.

Elevation: 143 feet

Distance to downtown

2.7 mi drive to downtown Whittington (about 5 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 11, 2026

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