Shagbark Group Area Campground and Camping
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About the Campground
In the heart of Southern Illinois, The Shagbark Group Area on Rend Lake offers excellent opportunities to enjoy camping, fishing, swimming, boating and watching wildlife. The 19,000 acres of water and the 20,000 acres of public lands at Rend Lake provide the perfect setting for your outdoor activities. The Rend Lake Bike Trail offers opportunities for biking and hiking. The Shagbark Group Area offers several individual campsites with electricity within a group setting. It is perfect for Recreational Vehicles and tent camping. The area also provides a common area for group gatheringss. Golf, trap shooting, and sporting clays are within minutes of the campground. Boat rentals are available at the Rend Lake Marina and Rend Lake Resort. Other activities include the Rend Lake Visitor Center, Ranger-led programs, educational programs environmental education, Rend Lake Wildlife Refuge, picnic areas, and water sports. Hunting is a large attraction to Rend Lake with its many acres of huntable government property adjacent to the parks. Auto touring and "Watchable Wildlife" viewing opportunities abound at the lake. Rend Lake is one of the best areas for birding. Horseback riding and trail rides are available at the Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park.
For specific area information, visit the Rend Lake homepage
Services & Amenities
| Within Facility |
- Beach
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Camping
- Electric Hook-Up
- Fire Rings
- Flush Toilet
- Grills
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- Interpretive Programs
- Picnic Tables
- Playground
- Potable Water
- Showers
- Special Event Area
- Trails, Bicycle
- Water Drinking
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| Less Than 1 Mile |
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Dump Station
- Fishing
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| Within 10 Miles |
- Amphitheater
- Campground Store
- Fishing Supplies
- Gas And Propane
- Grocery
- Guide Service
- Hunting
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- Laundry
- Nature Trails
- Public Marina
- Restaurants
- Swimming - Beach
- Visitor Center
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Fees
Peak Season
Apr 01 2010 -
Oct 31 2010 |
GROUP STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$100.00 |
Peak Season
Apr 01 2011 -
Oct 30 2011 |
GROUP STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$100.00 |
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Alerts and Important Information
Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on weekends. This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. The Shagbark Group Area is open April 01 - Oct. 31 and is reservable for a fee of $100.00/night. Groups can make reservations for the area up to 360 days in advance. No off-road vehicle use without prior approval.
Campground Contact Information
Open From: Jun 16 2010 to Jun 14 2011
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations:
Shagbark Group Area
Campground Phone: 618-724-2493
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
Belleville,
IL
618-724-2493
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More About Shagbark Group Area Campground
Shagbark Group Area is a campground located in Belleville, Illinois. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -89.00556 latitude, and -89.00556 longitude into your GPS device.
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