Lone Point
Lake Shelbyville — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SHELBYVILLE, IL, IL
Price: From $16 per night
Price range: $16–$240 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (137 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lone Point is a secluded campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility has a variety of campsites that can accommodate large and small groups, as well as individuals. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lone-point to be notified when sites open up.
Lone Point is a secluded lakefront campground on Lake Shelbyville's western shore offering 61 sites with a 4.8/5 rating from 121 Google reviews. Campers praise the beautiful lake views, quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, and convenient boat launch.
Wildlife alert: Groundhog, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Mallard, Eastern Kingbird, Spiny Softshell, and Painted Turtle present in the area.
Insider tips for Lone Point: Book early as this is a popular federal campground. Bring your own soap for hand washing as supplies may be unavailable. Request a lakeside site like Site 46 for premium views. Road access is narrow and rough; large RVs should exercise caution and drive slowly.
Skip Lone Point if: You need full RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You plan to visit outside the May-October season—facility closes seasonally.. You have a large RV—roads are narrow and unpaved back roads require careful navigation..
Best time to visit Lone Point: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..
Nearby campgrounds: Coon Creek (Il) (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Lithia Springs (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Opossum Creek (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) (SHELBYVILLE, IL).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lone Point
Cell signal at Lone Point (SHELBYVILLE, IL): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Lone Point is a secluded campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility has a variety of campsites that can accommodate large and small groups, as well as individuals. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground.
Bring your own soap for hand washing as supplies may be unavailable.
Request a lakeside site like Site 46 for premium views.
Road access is narrow and rough; large RVs should exercise caution and drive slowly.
Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Shelbyville, Illinois, go 4.5 miles north on State Route 128 to County Road 1750 N. Turn right and drive 0.9 miles to County Road 1900 E, then make a left and go 0.35 mile. Turn right onto County Road 1785 N and continue 2.5 miles to County Road 2150 E. Turn right and go 0.7 mile to County Road 1725 N, then take a left and travel 0.25 mile to County Road 2175 E. Turn right and continue 0.7 mile to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lake Shelbyville fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Lake Shelbyville before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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