Shady Creek

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Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

56Sites

92 ftMax rig

The place

Shady Creek Campground is a 22-acre park where campers enjoy getaways on the banks of the Mississippi River. A nature trail, shore fishing and fantastic bird watching are offered at Shady Creek. Recreation The Mississippi River draws many anglers annually. The most popular fish species is the channel catfish; bluegill, walleye and northern pike are also found in the river. Picnicking and playing horseshoes is a popular activity in the park. Facilities The park's campsites contain 50-amp electric hookups, campfire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and showers are provided. Keep reading

A boat ramp and playground are on-site. Natural Features The park has spectacular views of the Mississippi River. Many trees throughout the campground provide great places to lounge in the shade. The Upper Mississippi River begins at the headwaters of Lake Itasca, Minnesota and flows 1,250 miles to Cairo, Illinois where it joins the Ohio River. Nearby Attractions Wildcat Den State Park is just north of Shady Creek, offering hiking trails and the historic Pine Creek Grist Mill built in 1848. The Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge is a 40-minute drive downstream. Trails and observation decks are open to the public. Hunting and fishing are allowed in many area of the refuge.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 56

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
Downriver Loop	054	tent only nonelectric	15 ft	N/A
Downriver Loop	055	tent only nonelectric	15 ft	N/A
SHADY CREEK	001	standard electric	42 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	002	standard electric	65 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	003	standard electric	57 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	004	standard electric	62 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	005	standard electric	40 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	006	standard electric	50 ft	50
SHADY CREEK	007	standard electric	42 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	008	management	67 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	009	standard electric	59 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	010	standard electric	57 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	011	standard electric	50 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	012	standard electric	78 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	013	standard electric	64 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	014	standard electric	79 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	015	standard electric	76 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	016	standard electric	76 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	017	standard electric	68 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	018	standard electric	66 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	019	standard electric	64 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	020	standard electric	60 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	021	standard electric	60 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	022	standard electric	63 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	023	standard electric	60 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	024	standard electric	64 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	025	standard electric	69 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	026	standard electric	66 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	027	standard electric	70 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	028	standard electric	74 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	029	standard electric	92 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	030	standard electric	66 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	031	standard electric	65 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	032	management	75 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	033	standard electric	61 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	034	standard electric	59 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	035	standard electric	65 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	036	standard electric	64 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	037	standard electric	57 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	038	standard electric	53 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	039	standard electric	50 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	040	standard electric	60 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	041	standard electric	51 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	042	standard electric	50 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	043	standard electric	52 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	044	standard electric	63 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	045	standard electric	57 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	046	standard electric	50 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	047	standard electric	53 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	048	standard electric	60 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	049	standard electric	66 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	050	standard electric	68 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	051	standard electric	67 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	052	standard electric	56 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	053	standard electric	62 ft	50 /20/30
SHADY CREEK	Shelter 1	group shelter electric	—	20	yes

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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This campground sits in IA-01. This member’s public-lands record →

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