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Fishermans Corner
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — East Moline · Illinois · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Location | East Moline · Illinois · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 · 41.56972, -90.39000 · Map |
| Sites | 56 public sites counted from the federal listing — 51 standard electric; 5 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 51 of 56 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 56 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 56 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 56 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 70 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 50 sites · 30 ft: 48 sites · 35 ft: 30 sites · 40 ft: 27 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 56 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | THOMSON RANGER OFFICE: 815-259-3628 OR FISHERMAN'S CORNER FEE BOOTH: 309-496-2720 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-08-03.
From the official listing
Overview With impressive views of the mighty Mississippi River, Fishermans Corner provides convenient RV and tent camping facilities for outdoor enthusiasts. The lush river landscape provides plenty of shade, and activities from water sports to hiking to wildlife viewing. Eagle watching is particularly popular during the winter months at Fishermans Corner. Recreation Although there is no river access from within the campground, the Fishermans Corner Day Use facility is a short walk away and offers numerous fishing areas as well as a canoe ramp. Visitors can also catch a weekly educational program at the amphitheater located within the campground.
The Central Trail section of the famous Mississippi River Trail passes directly in front of the campground, offering visitors miles of walking and biking trails along the river bank. The expansive Elton E. Fawks Bald Eagle Refuge and Nature Preserve and the Illiniwek Forest Preserve are also located just minutes away. Facilities Of the 51 reservable campsites, 46 campsites have electric hookups and 5 campsites do not have electric hookups and are for tents only.
Fisherman's Corner provides the comforts of modern camping, including drinking water, a shower house, electric hook-ups, flush toilets, while still providing visitors with an authentic outdoor experience. Natural Features Fishermans Corner offers an excellent view of a small aquatic marsh near Locks and Dam 14, which is home to an array of wildlife species. On any given morning visitors may see turtles sunning on rocks near the river bed or countless bird species hunting the shallow waters for food.
The scenery during camping season never disappoints, whether it's the vivid greenery during the spring or the breathtaking medley of colors during the fall. Contact Info For local information, please call (563) 232-9096 or call (815) 259-3628 for general information. Nearby Attractions The John Deere Pavilion, an interactive museum spanning almost 200 years of the famous American agricultural company's history is located a convenient 20-minutes away by car. For a more exotic experience, the Botanical Center located in Rock Island, features an array of colorful plant species located in both indoor and outdoor gardens.
Directions, from the listing
From Interstate 80, take Exit 1 for IL State Route 84, East Moline/Savanna. Travel South on IL State Route 84 S/2nd Ave and follow for 1.5 miles to the campground. Entrance to campground will be on the right. From East Moline, travel North on IL State Route 84. Entrance to campground will be on the left.
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Trip Card — Fishermans Corner
East Moline · Illinois · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | East Moline · Illinois · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 51 |
| Max RV | Up to 70 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 56 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233498 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.