Shagbark Group Area
Shagbark Group Camp is located on the western shore of Rend Lake near the Sandusky cove— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois.
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Site mix
| group standard electric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 200 / 50 | 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 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Shagbark Group Area Campground can accommodate up to 200 campers. The campground consists of electric hookups, flush toilets, and drinking water, in order to create a comfortable camping experience. A dump station and shower house are conveniently located nearby at the North Sandusky Campground entrance and the North Sandusky Maple loop.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-57 take exit 77 and turn west onto Route 154. Turn south onto Rend City Road and continue straight into North Sandusky Campground. Shagbark Group Area is located in the back portion of the campground.
| Nearest town | Sesser, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 38.0410° N, 89.0041° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 9.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gander Outdoors ↗ | 20.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
North Sandusky Day Use Area North Sandusky Disc Golf Rend Lake Bike Trail
- 3.9 miJackie Branch Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 6.7 miTurnip Patch Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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- Franklin County JailBuilding · Benton · 5.4 mi
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Natural features
The fields, forests, and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Woodland areas are made up of hickory, oak, and beautiful maples providing habitat to white-tail deer, turkeys, racoons, and many more native species. The shorelines are an excellent viewing area for waterfowl, shorebirds, and bank fishing the known crappie population.
Recreation
Within the area, visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail—over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. The area offers abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and general outdoor exploration. Additional recreation features around Rend Lake include an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches (including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach).
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Shagbark Group Area?
Sites at Shagbark Group Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Shagbark Group Area?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Shagbark Group Area have?
1 site, including 1 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Shagbark Group Area?
Shagbark Group Area is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Shagbark Group Area have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Shagbark Group Area?
The campground consists of electric hookups, flush toilets, and drinking water, in order to create a comfortable camping experience.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Shagbark Group Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Shagbark Group Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Shagbark Group Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Shagbark Group Area?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Shagbark Group Area?
Within the area, visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail—over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Shagbark Group Area?
Sesser, Illinois. North Sandusky Day Use Area North Sandusky Disc Golf Rend Lake Bike Trail
Source: Getting there
What if Shagbark Group Area is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Sandusky Campground (0.6 mi), North Sandusky Campground (2.1 mi), and Dale Miller Youth (3.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby