Shady Creek

3550 Hwy 22, Muscatine, Iowa, United States
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Boaters along SC shoreline.
Kayakers along the Shady Creek shoreline
Shady Creek Entrance
Looking at Mississippi River and a speedboat going by.
Sunrise at Shady Creek

About Shady Creek

Shady Creek Campground is a 22-acre park where campers enjoy getaways on the banks of the Mississippi River. A nature trail, shore fishing and fantastic bird watching are offered at Shady Creek.

Available sites

53 total sites
RV Sites 51 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 2 sites Check Availability

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see availability.

53 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 42 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 002, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 57 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 005, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 006, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 14 ft
🚐 007, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 42 ft long · Paved
🚐 009, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 59 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 010, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 57 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 011, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 012, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 78 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 013, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 64 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 014, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 79 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 015, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 76 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 016, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 76 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 68 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 018, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 66 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 64 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 020, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 021, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 022, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 63 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 024, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 64 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 025, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 69 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 026, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 66 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 027, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 70 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 028, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 74 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 029, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 92 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 030, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 66 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 031, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 033, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 61 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 034, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 59 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 035, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 036, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 64 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 037, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 57 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 038, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 53 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 039, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 040, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 041, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 042, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 043, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 52 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 044, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 63 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 045, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 57 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 046, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 047, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 53 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 048, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 049, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 66 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 050, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 68 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 051, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 67 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 052, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 56 × 14 ft · Paved
🚐 053, Loop: SHADY CREEK RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 14 ft · Paved
⛺ 054, Loop: Downriver Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 055, Loop: Downriver Loop Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

601 reviews

Summary

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Shady Creek is a well-maintained campground along the Mississippi River, offering spacious, level concrete sites and a peaceful atmosphere for relaxation. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff, clean facilities, and scenic views, as well as the proximity to local attractions like Wildcat Den State Park. While some noted issues with bathroom maintenance and nearby train noise, the overall experience is positive, making it a favored spot for short getaways.

Based on guest feedback

4.6

Overall rating

Based on 601 reviews

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5 stars 68.1% (409)
4 stars 24.6% (148)
3 stars 5.3% (32)
2 stars 1.7% (10)
1 star 0.3% (2)

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Judith(Jodie) M

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September 20, 2021 Stayed at: 033, Loop: SHADY CREEK

Would be nice to have extra hooks in the showers!

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Allen O

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September 23, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SHADY CREEK

It was great nice and quiet

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Allen O

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September 23, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SHADY CREEK

It was great nice and quiet

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Daniel E

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September 24, 2021 Stayed at: 034, Loop: SHADY CREEK

We were fortunate to get a "front row spot" facing the river on site 34; only problem was that BRIGHT Yard Light by the RR Building that basically destroys any chance of genuine campfire ambience for Both sites 33 and 34. The Corps of Engineers really needs to come up with a solution to Correct THAT situation. We were pleased to be able to gather some downed limbs and twigs for several pleasant (in spite of the yard light) campfires most every night and one of the cooler mornings as well. We appreciated the sound deadening effect of the "North Woods" making the passing trains much MUCH less of a distraction (than Clark's Ferry, for example). The host was very Kind and HELPFUL in answering any questions that we had.

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Daniel E

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September 24, 2021 Stayed at: 034, Loop: SHADY CREEK

We were fortunate to get a "front row spot" facing the river on site 34; only problem was that BRIGHT Yard Light by the RR Building that basically destroys any chance of genuine campfire ambience for Both sites 33 and 34. The Corps of Engineers really needs to come up with a solution to Correct THAT situation. We were pleased to be able to gather some downed limbs and twigs for several pleasant (in spite of the yard light) campfires most every night and one of the cooler mornings as well. We appreciated the sound deadening effect of the "North Woods" making the passing trains much MUCH less of a distraction (than Clark's Ferry, for example). The host was very Kind and HELPFUL in answering any questions that we had.

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Jon J

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: SHADY CREEK

The site is one of the best places we found to camp next to the Mississippi. The check in process was very efficient and physically distant compared to other Army Corps of Engineers camping sites. This is nice particularly important during a pandemic. If you use the bathroom, you may want to bring your own toilet paper since the toilet paper provided is pretty sheer. Also, bring paper towels to dry your hands and hand sanitizer to use when exiting to reduce the risk of Covid exposure.

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David J

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 030, Loop: SHADY CREEK

Great Host, very pleasant experience staying at this park

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Jenny M

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 028, Loop: SHADY CREEK

Absolutely loved the campground. Facilities are very clean and well maintained. Personnel are very attentive and observant.

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Dwain B

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 049, Loop: SHADY CREEK

Campsite was very good shady and not too close to anyone Would like that Site again

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Location & Directions for Shady Creek

3550 Hwy 22, Muscatine, IA 52761 United States

Elevation: 171 ft

Getting There

From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 mi and turn at the Shady Creek sign.

Nearest town

Muscatine, IA - 9.8 mi

About 16 min to downtown

Highway access

Shady Creek is accessible via Highway 22, which connects to major roads in the region.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: November 5, 2026

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