Playground Near Gun Creek Shelter 10
Gun Creek Map
Eagle Loop
Gun Creek Campground Map
Shelter 10

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Available sites

99 total 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.

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
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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

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

99 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 69 ft long · Paved
🚐 002, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 76 ft long · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 95 ft long · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 79 ft long · Paved
🚐 005, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 88 ft long · Paved
🚐 006, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 96 ft long · Paved
🚐 007, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 008, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 54 ft long · Paved
🚐 009, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 78 ft long · Paved
🚐 010, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 011, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 73 ft long · Paved
🚐 012, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Paved
🚐 013, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 014, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 95 ft long · Paved
🚐 015, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 91 ft long · Paved
🚐 016, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 65 ft long · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 85 ft long · Paved
🚐 018, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 76 ft long · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved
🚐 020, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 93 ft long · Paved
🚐 021, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved
🚐 022, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 61 ft long · Paved
🚐 024, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 57 ft long · Paved
🚐 025, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 026, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 88 ft long · Paved
🚐 027, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 028, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved
🚐 029, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 69 ft long · Paved
🚐 030, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 82 ft long · Paved
🚐 031, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 032, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 48 ft long · Paved
🚐 033, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Paved
🚐 034, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 56 ft long · Paved
🚐 035, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 036, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 037, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 92 ft long · Paved
🚐 038, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 039, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Paved
🚐 040, Loop: NIGH RV
Pet Friendly · 66 ft long · Paved
🚐 041, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 62 ft long · Paved
🚐 042, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 89 ft long · Paved
🚐 043, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 81 ft long · Paved
🚐 044, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 82 ft long · Paved
🚐 045, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 82 ft long · Paved
🚐 046, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 78 ft long · Paved
🚐 047, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 64 ft long · Paved
🚐 048, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 049, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Paved
🚐 050, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 95 ft long · Paved
🚐 051, Loop: BLUE RV
Pet Friendly · 99 ft long · Paved
🚐 052, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Paved
🚐 053, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 054, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 81 ft long · Paved
🚐 055, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 68 ft long · Paved
🚐 056, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 85 ft long · Paved
🚐 057, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 83 ft long · Paved
🚐 058, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 86 ft long · Paved
🚐 059, Loop: CARD RV
Pet Friendly · 99 ft long · Paved
🚐 061, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 062, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 80 ft long · Paved
🚐 063, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 80 ft long · Paved
🚐 064, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 62 ft long · Paved
🚐 065, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 53 ft long · Paved
🚐 066, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 067, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 50 ft long · Paved
🚐 068, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 59 ft long · Paved
🚐 069, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 47 ft long · Paved
🚐 070, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 84 ft long · Paved
🚐 071, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 41 ft long · Paved
🚐 072, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 073, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 43 ft long · Paved
🚐 074, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 65 ft long · Paved
🚐 075, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Paved
🚐 076, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 51 ft long · Paved
🚐 077, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Paved
🚐 078, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 68 ft long · Paved
🚐 079, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 64 ft long · Paved
🚐 080, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 68 ft long · Paved
🚐 081, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 082, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 083, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 084, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 085, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 64 ft long · Paved
🚐 086, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 83 ft long · Paved
🚐 087, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 76 ft long · Paved
🚐 088, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Paved
🚐 089, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 090, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 091, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 65 ft long · Paved
🚐 092, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved
🚐 093, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 69 ft long · Paved
🚐 094, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 78 ft long · Paved
🚐 095, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 71 ft long · Paved
🚐 096, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Paved
🚐 097, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 78 ft long · Paved
🚐 098, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 79 ft long · Paved
🚐 099, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Paved
🚐 100, Loop: EAGL RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved

Reviews (781)

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
781 reviews
5
63.3%
494
4
22.8%
178
3
8.7%
68
2
3.8%
30
1
1.4%
11

James H

Verified

September 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: BLUE

5

Nicely kept, large sights, friendly staff.

Dennis M

Verified

September 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: EAGL

4

Barbara A

Verified

September 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: CARD

3

Original site booked too small / insufficient for our RV even though site stated it would be adequate. Fortunately, we booked mid-week, so were able to transfer to a different site without issue.

Jerry S

Verified

September 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: NIGH

5

Campground was very clean , the hosts were very courteous and helpful at check

Graham M

Verified

September 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: EAGL

5

Love this campground. Usually quiet, friendly neighbors.

Keith L

Verified

September 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: NIGH

4

You need to rethink the night limits. Many camp spots sit open during the week that could be filled and making money if you extended you 14 night limit. If they’re open you should be able to extend your stay.
And full hookups should have a 4 night min. Many people take them for just Friday and Saturday night and those of use who camp for 2 weeks then have to move can’t get a full hookup without moving on the weekends

Robert T

Verified

September 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: NIGH

5

One of the nicest campgrounds we stayed in on our two month trip that we were on I remember it for the future.

David S

Verified

September 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: CARD

4

Nice and quiet. Clean shower houses. Grass doesn’t get mowed often enough.

Michelle L

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: CARD

5

This campground is immaculately kept. This is by far my favorite campground to visit. I already booked a few future visits. I highly recommend this place to anyone!

Cheryl J

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: BLUE

5

Site 49 had amazing water view. No lake access. Persimmon trees provided shade. Concrete Picnic table with fire ring/grill combo. Mostly level with only minor pads needed. Good dump and water fill. 49 is at the end of the loop. Careful if driving the loop as the road is pitched and I can only assume a few larger rigs have bottomed out on the driver side. Quiet. Rangers patrolled often.

Bathhouse was clean but slightly dated which is not unusual for any state or federal campground. Nice hot water in the showers. There are local companies that deliver wood so call the location to get the info.

You pass through the golf course on the way in. There is a restaurant there also.

Location & Directions for Gun Creek

Gun Creek Campground, Whittington, IL 62897 United States

Elevation: 143 ft

Getting There

From I-57 take exit 77 and turn west on Route 154. Turn left onto Gun Creek Trail/Larry Foster Parkway, then right onto Golf Course Road. Continue 1/2 mi to park entrance.

Nearest town

Whittington, IL - 2.7 mi

About 5 min to downtown

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.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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