Opossum Creek

Shelbyville, Illinois · 656 ft · In Lake Shelbyville

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At a glance

6 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026

Price per night: $16–$32recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
Sites: 64From recreation.gov's site list · Oct 2026
Hookups: FullElectric 50 amp, water, sewerFrom recreation.gov · Aug 2026
Elevation: 656 ft (200 m)656 ft200 m
Pets: Allowed
Big rigs: Yes
Season: Not yet known
Cell signal: Not yet known

Sites64

Opossum Creek lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.

Site	Type	Longest rig	People
02	Standard	65 ft	8
03	Standard	70 ft	8
04	Standard	70 ft	8
05	Standard	65 ft	8
06	Standard	60 ft	8
07	Standard	75 ft	8
08	Standard	60 ft	8
09	Standard	45 ft	8
10	Standard	60 ft	8
11	Standard	60 ft	8

Showing 10 of 64 · by site number

From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 6 staff entries left out.

Amenities

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Campfires allowed

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Overview

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. Army Corps of Engineers for News Releases, Event Information, & Emergency Updates. https://www.facebook.com/LakeShelbyvilleUSACE

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