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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.
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.
The park's campsites contain 50-amp electric hookups, campfire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and showers are provided. A boat ramp and playground are on-site.
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.
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.
From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 miles and turn at the Shady Creek sign.
This place is a wonderful place to spend a week or two at. Great for kids as my daughter allwase has friends to play with an the "big park" or little on yes it has two parks. Gorgeous views of the river an wild life. An best of all the showers are hot hot hot . An the attendant is the most wonderful person. People allwase kind an compassionate. Rangers on point an kind an helpful if needed overall best place I've had to call home. T mobile wifi sux is the only bad thing I have to say the table is the only spot to get it.
What a great little campground on the Mississippi River. Complete with concrete pads for quick and easy set up!
Very clean and well maintained. Dispite being next to the railroad tracks it is surprising quiet. Lots of mature trees. Beautiful view of the Mississippi River. Typically government shower house. The only downside is that there are only two male and two female showers for the entire campground.
Nice open spacious spots. Could be a mess if it rained. Good views. Sound travels easily. Flat roads for kids to ride in circles . Long spots for large units.
