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601 reviews
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.
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May 12, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Nice site and very helpful camp host. We did not have reservations but the host was very helpful getting us a good site. The majority of the campground was closed due to recent flooding but the area that was open was clean and well maintained.
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May 16, 2026 Stayed at: 035, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Nice little spot on the river. Firewood is expensive.
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May 17, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: SHADY CREEK
The campsites are very clean and tidy. There are some nice views of the Mississippi River. We appreciated the clean, well stocked bathrooms. Maple trees give plenty of shade. The cement pads are very level, and there are nice firepits. Check-in was easy.
One downside is that the train whistle is very loud.
The "trail" at this campground is very short, but the nearby Wildcat Den State Park has great hiking trails.
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May 17, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Nice level cement spots and a family friendly park
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May 22, 2026 Stayed at: 016, Loop: SHADY CREEK
It is a very peaceful place that is well maintained and it is lovely to just watch the boats and wildlife on the river. There is a train that goes nearby, but after a while a person doesn’t hear it. It is very close to Wildcat Den State Park and that is also very beautiful.
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May 24, 2026 Stayed at: 016, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Very well taken care of campground. Nice concrete parking pads that extend to the picnic table and fire pit areas.
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May 24, 2026 Stayed at: 051, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Quiet, peaceful and clean
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May 24, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SHADY CREEK
We love this campground. It's quite (except for the occasional train), well maintained and near Wildcat Den state park. We also enjoy Muscatine Iowa's farmers market & arboretum.
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May 26, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: SHADY CREEK
Shady Creek has always been a nice quiet campground on the Mississippi. good restaurants in Muscatine if you dont want to cook.
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May 26, 2026 Stayed at: 017, Loop: SHADY CREEK
We love this campground! It’s very peaceful most of the time. Restrooms are clean.
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3550 Hwy 22, Muscatine, IA 52761 United States
Elevation: 171 ft
From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 mi and turn at the Shady Creek sign.
Shady Creek is accessible via Highway 22, which connects to major roads in the region.
Last updated: November 5, 2026
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Population: 23,489
Nearby city: Davenport, IA
Approx. 16 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 581 ft
Muscatine, IA
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