Shady Creek

3550 HWY 22
Muscatine, IA 52761

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.

Camp site features

Across 53 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 51 of 53 sites
Fire pit: 2 of 53 sites
Picnic table: 51 of 53 sites
Pets allowed: all 53 sites
Longest rig: 92 ft
Largest party: 6 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, FIFTH WHEEL, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Highway 22 about 17 miles and turn at the Shady Creek sign.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Sharon M

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Reviewed 7 days ago

Loved the grounds! Very well camp fabulous sites! Absolutely is one of our new favorite close to home parks to use when we get only get away for a short weekend. Shoot for any weekend or week long stay. Close to shopping and dining if you didnt want to just sit at the site.

Steven R

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Reviewed 10 days ago

The campsites are reasonably spaced and angled nicely, and are level. We enjoyed watching activity on the river, including many birds. But wherever we walked in the campground, several mis-directed "glare bombs" prevented being able to enjoy the night sky. And the lighted pedestals are a nuisance that cannot be avoided - there is no reason for all that invasive light. We are glad we had enough light-blocking coverings for all of our windows. Trains run nearby but we did not notice them at night. Fill your fresh tank on the way in, campers stayed connected to some of the spigots in the campground as if they were solely for their use.

Barb S

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Reviewed 12 days ago

Beautiful park right on the Mississippi. Quiet and very well maintained, So peaceful and relaxing to sit in our camp site and watch the barges and river traffic go by. Sites were level and the cement pads spacious. Many large trees so no problem finding shade. The bathroom and shower facilities could use an update, but were clean. Nice dog park area with trash cans available. Very friendly staff. Located between Muscatine Ia. and Davenport IA, so lots to explore if you feel like leaving the campground.

Luz M

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Reviewed 13 days ago

Campground is well taken care of and staff is great!

Dennis I

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Reviewed 14 days ago

Park was nice and well kept, bathroom floors and showers filthy!

Randy E

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