Gun Creek

Gun Creek Campground, Whittington, Illinois, United States
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Shelter 10

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground
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Available sites

99 total sites
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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
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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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

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)

Verified Only

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

Brock K

Verified

June 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: NIGH

4

great place!!!

Amey H

Verified

June 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: EAGL

5

Nice site, level and big enough to use a wheelchair.

Jeff B

Verified

June 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: NIGH

5

first time camping here.......it was clean, nice campsites, and in safe location

William S

Verified

June 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: NIGH

5

Nice level spot for our van. Nice clean shower house.

Sandy E

Verified

June 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: NIGH

5

Loved the camp ground and lake.
The Bike course was a lot of fun.
Plenty of space to relax
Hope to go back again.

jamie r

Verified

June 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 098, Loop: EAGL

4

Wish there were one more tree on site 98 for more shade.

Glen M

Verified

June 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: EAGL

4

Site was enjoyable to watch the sunset. Clean shower house and bathrooms. This loop had parts that were close, yet many with a decent amount of space between them. Loop has playground, but you can't see it from this site. This site is a stone's throw to a tiny, tiny beach area. Cell service was good.

Summer R

Verified

June 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: NIGH

2

Easy access off the interstate.

Patrick G

Verified

June 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: NIGH

5

Great place to stay

Deborah N

Verified

June 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: EAGL

4

Quiet and peaceful. Just needs more shade on that site and move water spout from middle of campsite.

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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Nearby destinations

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Ina
Benton

Last updated: October 19, 2026

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