Lake Shelbyville

Us Army Corps of Engineers, Illinois.

Lake Shelbyville is located in the heart of central Illinois. It offers a wide variety of outdoor activities for people of all ages. Lake Shelbyville consists of 11,100 acres of water and 23,000 acres of land. Camping opportunities are available in 8 public campgrounds. Boaters are provided access to the lake year round, even during high lake elevations. Beaches, picnic sites, and trails provide the perfect addition for outdoor family fun. Eagle Creek Resort provides lodging and an 18-hole golf course.

Camping and Day Use

Nearby Activities

Boating
Camping
Environmental Education
Fishing
Hiking
Historic & Cultural Site
Horseback Riding
Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
Other Recreation Concession Site
Picnicking
Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
Visitor Center
Water Sports
Wildlife Viewing
Winter Sports

Directions

Located 113 miles east of St. Louis, MO, 208 miles south of Chicago, IL, 87 miles west of Terre Haute, IN, and 35 miles south of Decatur, IL.

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