Army Corps of Engineers · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 · East Moline, IL

Fishermans Corner

With impressive views of the mighty Mississippi River, Fishermans Corner provides convenient RV and tent camping facilities for outdoor enthusiasts. The lush river landscape provides plenty of shade, and activities from water sports to hiking to wildlife viewing. Eagle watching is particularly popular during the winter months at Fishermans Corner.

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Photos courtesy of United States Army Corps of Engineers, USACE · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric51
Tent-only5
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

56 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerPeople / vehiclesFires
001ElectricBack-in40PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
002ElectricBack-in40PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
003ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
004ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
005ElectricBack-in40PavedPartial50/20/50/30 amp6 / 3Yes
006ElectricBack-in60PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
007ElectricBack-in40PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
008ElectricBack-in80Paved50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
009ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes
010ElectricBack-in40PavedPartial50/20/30/50 amp6 / 3Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric
Max vehicle length70 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Of the 51 reservable campsites, 46 campsites have electric hookups and 5 campsites do not have electric hookups and are for tents only. Fisherman's Corner provides the comforts of modern camping, including drinking water, a shower house, electric hook-ups, flush toilets, while still providing visitors with an authentic outdoor experience.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Fishermans Corner20°30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 1.51 inches of precipitationFebruary: 1.64 inches of precipitationMarch: 2.57 inches of precipitationApril: 3.77 inches of precipitationMay: 4.81 inches of precipitationJune: 4.61 inches of precipitationJuly: 4.17 inches of precipitationAugust: 4.06 inches of precipitationSeptember: 3.35 inches of precipitationOctober: 2.60 inches of precipitationNovember: 2.14 inches of precipitationDecember: 1.89 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 22.3°F averageFebruary: 26.2°F averageMarch: 37.7°F averageApril: 50.2°F averageMay: 61.8°F averageJune: 71.9°F averageJuly: 75.5°F averageAugust: 73.6°F averageSeptember: 66.3°F averageOctober: 53.7°F averageNovember: 39.9°F averageDecember: 28.1°F average0 in1 in2 in3 in4 in5 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Le Claire L&D 14, 1 mile from the campground at 577 feet, station USC00134705 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 37 inches a year.

Getting there

From Interstate 80, take Exit 1 for IL State Route 84, East Moline/Savanna. Travel South on IL State Route 84 S/2nd Ave and follow for 1.5 miles to the campground. Entrance to campground will be on the right. From East Moline, travel North on IL State Route 84. Entrance to campground will be on the left.

Nearest townEast Moline, Illinois
Coordinates41.5697° N, 90.3900° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗under 0.1 mi
RV sales & serviceCampers Inn RV of Davenport ↗9.3 mi

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Natural features

Fishermans Corner offers an excellent view of a small aquatic marsh near Locks and Dam 14, which is home to an array of wildlife species. On any given morning visitors may see turtles sunning on rocks near the river bed or countless bird species hunting the shallow waters for food. The scenery during camping season never disappoints, whether it's the vivid greenery during the spring or the breathtaking medley of colors during the fall.

Recreation

Although there is no river access from within the campground, the Fishermans Corner Day Use facility is a short walk away and offers numerous fishing areas as well as a canoe ramp. Visitors can also catch a weekly educational program at the amphitheater located within the campground. The Central Trail section of the famous Mississippi River Trail passes directly in front of the campground, offering visitors miles of walking and biking trails along the river bank. The expansive Elton E. Fawks Bald Eagle Refuge and Nature Preserve and the Illiniwek Forest Preserve are also located just minutes away.

Nearby

The John Deere Pavilion, an interactive museum spanning almost 200 years of the famous American agricultural company's history is located a convenient 20-minutes away by car. For a more exotic experience, the Botanical Center located in Rock Island, features an array of colorful plant species located in both indoor and outdoor gardens.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Fishermans Corner?

Sites at Fishermans Corner are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Fishermans Corner?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Fishermans Corner have?

56 sites, including 51 standard sites with power and 5 tent-only sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Fishermans Corner?

The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Fishermans Corner have hookups?

Yes, electric hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Fishermans Corner?

Fisherman's Corner provides the comforts of modern camping, including drinking water, a shower house, electric hook-ups, flush toilets, while still providing visitors with an authentic outdoor experience.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Fishermans Corner?

Yes, pets are allowed at Fishermans Corner. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Fishermans Corner?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Fishermans Corner?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Fishermans Corner?

Although there is no river access from within the campground, the Fishermans Corner Day Use facility is a short walk away and offers numerous fishing areas as well as a canoe ramp. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Fishermans Corner?

East Moline, Illinois. The John Deere Pavilion, an interactive museum spanning almost 200 years of the famous American agricultural company's history is located a convenient 20-minutes away by car.

Source: Getting there

What if Fishermans Corner is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Clarks Ferry (22.8 mi), Shady Creek (26.6 mi), and Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area (27.4 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby