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Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)

Lake Shelbyville — lakeside, fishing

Location: SHELBYVILLE, IL, IL

Price: From $240 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Wilborn Creek Group Camp sits on the northern 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, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Located on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois, this group camp offers excellent fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. Google reviewers rate it 4.6/5 stars and praise the well-maintained buildings with bunkbeds, ideal for family reunions.

Wildlife alert: Great Blue Herons, Pied-billed Grebes, Green-winged Teals, American Coots, Common Box Turtles, Pond Sliders, and Eastern Box Turtles present in the area.

Insider tips for Wilborn Creek (Group Camp): Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Group camp includes buildings with multiple bunkbeds, suitable for family reunions. Boat launch available on-site for lake access.

Skip Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. Recent reviews mention ant infestations and declining maintenance conditions..

Best time to visit Wilborn Creek (Group Camp): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. September onwards — Duck hunting season begins in September, noted as a popular activity by campers..

Nearby campgrounds: Forrest W. Bo Wood (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Lone Point (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Coon Creek (Il) (SHELBYVILLE, IL), Opossum Creek (SHELBYVILLE, IL).

Cell Phone Coverage at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)

Cell signal at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) (SHELBYVILLE, IL): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 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.

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Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)

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SHELBYVILLE, IL, IL★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $240/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Wilborn Creek Group Camp sits on the northern 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.

Best for:AnglersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV80 ft
Hookups1 electric sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ Recent reviews mention ant infestations and declining maintenance conditions.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Group camp includes buildings with multiple bunkbeds, suitable for family reunions.

Boat launch available on-site for lake access.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Best: September onwards

Duck hunting season begins in September, noted as a popular activity by campers.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Great Blue Herons, Pied-billed Grebes, Green-winged Teals, American Coots, Common Box Turtles, Pond Sliders, and Eastern Box Turtles present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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217-774-3951· Lake Shelbyville
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Getting there →

From Sullivan, Illinois, go west on State Route 121 for 5 miles. Turn left on County Road 5 and drive 3.5 miles, then make a right on County Road 18 and drive 0.75 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) cost per night?+
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) costs $240 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) open?+
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?+
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) can accommodate RVs up to 80 feet.
How do I make reservations at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?+
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) open, and what are check-in times?+
Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$240 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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Nearby Campgrounds

Forrest W. Bo Wood

SHELBYVILLE, IL

From $18/night

Lone Point

SHELBYVILLE, IL

From $16/night

Coon Creek (Il)

SHELBYVILLE, IL

From $18/night

Opossum Creek

SHELBYVILLE, IL

From $16/night

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