Gun Creek Campground

Congratulations! You've just discovered Rend Lake, the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Even a short visit to Rend Lake will impress you with the versatility of this magnificent area. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Wildlife in the area includes deer, turkey, fox, raccoon, opossum, waterfowl, and others as seasons change throughout the year. 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.

Facilities

Gun Creek Campground offers more than 60 reservable campsites and one large group picnic shelter. All campsites have electric hookups, and the campground offers a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking water in order to provide a comfortable camping experience for guests. A boat dock, boat ramp, and playground are also conveniently located within the campground.

Nearby attractions

Rend Lake Golf Complex, which includes a 27-hole golf course, restuarant, and lodge.

Natural feaures

Gun Creek sits along the Eastern banks of Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois.

Recreation

Take a leisurely morning stroll, ski or sail lake waters, spend the afternoon viewing inspiring art exhibits and end your day by the warm glow of a campfire under starry night skies. The fields, forests and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Boat, hike, fish, hunt, swim, and explore at your leisure. If you prefer a little less nature, visit one of the resorts around the lake and delight in superb lodging and dining. Just minutes away you'll find golf, trap and skeet, arts, antiques, museums, wineries, and more.

Driving directions to Gun Creek Campground

From I-57 take exit 77 and turn west on Route 154. Turn left onto Gun Creek Trail/Larry Foster Parkway, then right onto Golf Course Road. Continue 1/2 mile to park entrance.

Location and contact info

Golf Course Drive, IL 62897

For campground inquires, please call:618-724-2493

Gun Creek Campground details

Campfire allowed
Checkin time: 5:00 PM
Checkout time: 4:00 PM
Max num of people: 8
Max num of vehicles: 3
Max vehicle length: 50
Pets allowed

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Amenities at Gun Creek Campground

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Shade

RV Hookups
Electricity hookup
Sewer hookup
Water hookup

supplies
Fire pit
Grills/Fire ring
Picnic table
BBQ

Activities at Gun Creek Campground

Historic & cultural site

Camping

Hiking

Picnicking

Wildlife viewing

Boating

Fishing

Biking

Kayaking

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