Opossum Creek

Lake Shelbyville — lakeside, fishing

Location: SHELBYVILLE, IL, IL

Price: From $16 per night

Price range: $16–$32 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (142 reviews)

Season: May through October

Opossum Creek Recreation Area has a quiet campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing. Visit the Lake Shelbyville, U.S.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/opossum-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Quiet campground on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville with 64 sites offering fishing, swimming, and lake views. Google reviewers rate it 4.5/5, praising wide campsites, level terrain, and the peaceful setting.

Wildlife alert: Groundhog, Eastern Kingbird, Great Crested Flycatcher, Golden-winged Warbler, White-throated Sparrow, Spiny Softshell, and Pond Slider documented in the area.

Insider tips for Opossum Creek: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Request a full hookup site (FHU) if available; most sites lack hookups. Tent sites offer great lake views according to camper reviews.

Skip Opossum Creek if: You need hookups — most sites have no hookups; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You're visiting outside the operating season..

Best time to visit Opossum Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Coon Creek (Il) (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Lithia Springs (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Lone Point (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) (SHELBYVILLE, IL).