Coon Creek
Coon Creek is a large campground that sits on the western shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. Families enjoy the playground, swimming area and shaded campsites within the facility. 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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 168 |
| tent only electric | 12 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
180 sites in 8 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 002 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 004 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 005 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 006 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 007 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 009 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 010 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 75 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 011 | ALEG | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 16 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
Coon Creek Campground is 100% reservable with 181 campsites. All sites are equipped with electric hookups. The facility has flush toilets, showers, a playground, bicycle pump track, basketball court, sand volleyball court, swimming beach, Hide N Seek Nature Tail, dump stations, and boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Shelbyville, Illinois: Go 4.5 miles north of Shelbyville on State Route 128 to County Road 1750 N. Turn right (east) and drive 0.9 miles to County Road 1900 E. Make a left (north) and go 0.35 mile to County Road 1785 N. Turn right (east) and drive 1.75 miles to County Road 2075 E. Turn right (south) and go 1.7 miles to the facility.
| Nearest town | Shelbyville, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 39.4514° N, 88.7625° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShelbyville State & Wildlife Rx
10 mi from the campground · 30 acres
- PrescribedBrrus Rx
37 mi from the campground · 50 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 4.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 23.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | J and K Mitchell RV Outlet ↗ | 42.5 mi |
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Video
Video of Coon Creek (il), IL from Keri B.
Worth a stop
Eagle Creek State Park, Little Illini & Chief Illini Hiking Trails, the city of Findlay, and Forrest Park in Shelbyville all provide great opportunities to explore Lake Shelbyville. The nearby Hunter & Fishermen Parking Lots, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding, and hunting near Lake Shelbyville.
- 0.3 miCoon Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.7 miOpossum Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 9 miWilborn Creek Beach ↗Swimming
- 9.9 miSullivan Beach ↗Swimming
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Chautauqua AuditoriumBuilding · Shelbyville · 2.7 mi
- Horace M. Tallman HouseBuilding · Shelbyville · 3.8 mi
- Westervelt Christian ChurchBuilding · Westervelt · 5.6 mi
Natural features
This facility overlooks the lake shore and is heavily forested with plenty of shade. Oak and hickory are the lake region's dominant tree species, and foliage turns a variety of red, orange, purple and yellow each fall, while prairie flowers dot the landscape in spring and summer. Numerous species of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors inhabit the lake area, as do mammals such as cottontail rabbit, white-tail deer, gray and fox squirrel, muskrat and mink.
Recreation
Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Coon Creek provides a boat ramp, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake. Hunting areas within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock. Visitors can also explore the lake shore on foot via a 0.7-mile Hide N Seek at Coon Creek nature trail within the Campground. The trailhead can be located across from the amphitheater near the main shower house.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Coon Creek?
Sites at Coon Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Coon Creek?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Coon Creek have?
185 sites, including 168 standard sites with power and 12 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Coon Creek?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Coon Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Coon Creek?
The facility has flush toilets, showers, a playground, bicycle pump track, basketball court, sand volleyball court, swimming beach, Hide N Seek Nature Tail, dump stations, and boat ramp.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Coon Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Coon Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Coon Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Coon Creek?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Coon Creek?
Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Coon Creek?
Shelbyville, Illinois. Eagle Creek State Park, Little Illini & Chief Illini Hiking Trails, the city of Findlay, and Forrest Park in Shelbyville all provide great opportunities to explore Lake Shelbyville.
Source: Getting there
What if Coon Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Opossum Creek (0.7 mi), Lithia Springs (1.2 mi), and Lone Point (1.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby