Shady Creek
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Muscatine · Iowa · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Location | Muscatine · Iowa · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 · 41.44750, -90.87722 · Map |
| Sites | 54 public sites counted from the federal listing — 51 standard electric; 2 tent only nonelectric; 1 group shelter electric |
| 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 54 of 54 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 54 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 54 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 54 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 92 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 53 sites · 30 ft: 53 sites · 35 ft: 53 sites · 40 ft: 53 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 02:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 56 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Boat rampCampground hostDump stationFirewood availablePit toiletsPlayground |
| Phone | 563-419-0857 |
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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 2026-09-28.
From the official listing
Overview 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. Recreation 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. Facilities 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. Natural Features 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. Nearby Attractions 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.
Directions, from the listing
From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 miles and turn at the Shady Creek sign.
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Trip Card — Shady Creek
Muscatine · Iowa · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Muscatine · Iowa · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 54 |
| Max RV | Up to 92 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 54 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233624 · 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.