Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)
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.
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Site mix
| group standard electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 80 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Camp | Back-in | 80 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 80 / 20 | Yes |
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 | 80 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The group camping area has 10 paved full hook-up sites. Each site offers 50 Amp service along with water and sewer. The area also has several picnic tables and grills to accommodate those who wish to tent camp. The facility has one dual, unisex shower facility with flush toilets. Picnic shelter with electricity. Boat ramp nearby in the Wilborn Creek Recreation Area. Plenty of outdoor activities for guests: kayaking, canoeing, paddling, shoreline fishing, walking, and more.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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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.
| Nearest town | Shelbyville, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 39.5756° N, 88.7033° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShelbyville State & Wildlife Rx
2 mi from the campground · 30 acres
- PrescribedBrrus Rx
36 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 ↗ | 6.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 21.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Fourwinds RV ↗ | 35.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Wolf Creek State Park, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding and hunting near Lake Shelbyville.
- 0.1 miWilborn Creek Beach ↗Swimming
- 0.1 miWilborn Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 4.8 miWhitley Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 5.9 miSullivan Beach ↗Swimming
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Moultrie County CourthouseBuilding · Sullivan · 5.4 mi
- Westervelt Christian ChurchBuilding · Westervelt · 10.6 mi
- Chautauqua AuditoriumBuilding · Shelbyville · 11.8 mi
Natural features
Wilborn Creek is heavily forested with plenty of shade. Oak and hickory are the dominant tree species in the lake region. 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. A boat ramp, courtesy dock and fish cleaning station are about a mile from the group camp, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake. Hunting areas located within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
Sites at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) have?
1 site, including 1 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
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 Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
The facility has one dual, unisex shower facility with flush toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp). Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
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 Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and 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 Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
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 Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)?
Shelbyville, Illinois. Wolf Creek State Park, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding and hunting near Lake Shelbyville.
Source: Getting there
What if Wilborn Creek (Group Camp) is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Forrest W. Bo Wood (4.6 mi), Sullivan Marina And Campground (5.8 mi, first-come), and Lone Point (8.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby