About Opossum Creek
Number of accommodations: 64
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
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Year-round
Fishing
Summer
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (142)
What Guests Are Saying
Opossum Creek is highly praised for its friendly and helpful camp hosts, particularly Connie, who ensures a welcoming atmosphere. Campers appreciate the spacious and clean sites, as well as the peaceful environment, making it a favorite spot for many. However, some reviews mention the need for upgrades to the bathrooms and showers, which have been criticized for cleanliness and maintenance issues.
What Guests Are Saying
Opossum Creek is highly praised for its friendly and helpful camp hosts, particularly Connie, who ensures a welcoming atmosphere. Campers appreciate the spacious and clean sites, as well as the peaceful environment, making it a favorite spot for many. However, some reviews mention the need for upgrades to the bathrooms and showers, which have been criticized for cleanliness and maintenance issues.
Review Summary
gary n
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Been coming to opossum Creek for years love it. But your bathrooms do need some work on the inside.
Yvette A
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
We liked our camping spot however the water leaked for the entire time that we were there, and there were cockroaches everywhere😫
Chelsea T
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Connie was such a help and pleasant to talk to while we were there. Our site was beautiful and the campground was clean.
Michael D
VerifiedJune 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
The campsite and camp host were excellent. The host was very friendly and attentive. The lake was beautiful and the beach area was awsome
Charles H
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 48, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
The only problem at this location is the old bathrooms and showers.
Cheree B
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Our favorite place to camp on lake shelbyville. The hostess is always so kind!
Brad K
VerifiedJune 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Very quit, clean and friendly campground
Christina W
VerifiedJune 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Absolutely beautiful and wonderful people. We did get stalked by a raccoon both nights, but it was entertaining lol. Will definitely be back.
John S
VerifiedJune 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
Camp hosts were very friendly and helpful. Campground was quiet despite being a holiday weekend. This is one of our favorite COE campgrounds.
kenny s
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: OPOSSUM CREEK
camping was great, restrooms and showers need repainted an updatea
Location Opossum Creek
Address:
1989 State Hwy 16
Shelbyville, IL, 62565
United States
From Shelbyville, Illinois, take State Route 128 north for 3.5 miles. Turn right onto County Road 1650 N. Continue nearly a mile to County Road 1880 E. Turn right and travel 0.5 mile to County Road 1600 N. Turn right again and drive one mile into the Opossum Creek facility.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.4456 / -88.7725
Elevation: 200 feet
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Last updated: July 11, 2026
