Clarks Ferry
Montpelier, IA, Iowa · 6.0 km away
Campsite · via Recreation.gov
- Electric hook-up
- Hardstanding pitches
- Dogs allowed
Price on partner site
Campsite for booking · Blue Grass
Shady Creek
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Overview
- Pitches
- 53
- Pitch types
- campervan, caravan, motorhome, tent
- Season
- Not stated: check on Recreation.gov
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 / 12:00
Facilities
- Dogs allowedListed by Recreation.gov
- Drinking waterListed by Recreation.gov
- Electric hook-upListed by Recreation.gov
- Hardstanding pitchesListed by Recreation.gov
- PlaygroundListed by Recreation.gov
- ShowersListed by Recreation.gov
- ToiletsListed by Recreation.gov
- Waste disposalListed by Recreation.gov
Policies
| Pets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Smoking | Not stated: check on Recreation.gov |
| Instant booking | Not stated: check on Recreation.gov |
| Cancellation | Not stated: check on Recreation.gov |
About this campsite
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.
Managed by a US federal agency. Data source: ridb.recreation.gov.
Description supplied by Recreation.gov.
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Nearest dump station and water
- Service point near Eldridge
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Data: Recreation.gov (RIDB), from ridb.recreation.gov, last updated 13 October 2026. Federal agencies provide this data and are responsible for it; it may be incomplete. Not endorsed by Recreation.gov or the U.S. Government. About this data. Places data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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