CampsiteMANAGEMENTElectric (50) + Water + Sewer

Site 55 — OPOSSUM CREEK

OPOSSUM CREEK · Illinois · Loop OPOSSUM CREEK

Campsite 55 at OPOSSUM CREEK in Illinois. MANAGEMENT site. Electric (50), Water, Sewer available. Maximum 8 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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39.44441, -88.77289

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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Site Length: 55
Max Vehicle Length: 55
Max Num of Vehicles: 2
Driveway Surface: Gravel
Driveway Entry: Back-In

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People: 8
Min Num of People: 1
Capacity/Size Rating: Single
Pets Allowed: Yes

Site Features

Picnic Table: Y
Shade: Full
Campfire Allowed: Yes

How Site 55 Compares

One of 70 sites at OPOSSUM CREEK — 70 of them in the OPOSSUM CREEK loop.
Fits vehicles up to 55 ft — longer than 64% of sites here.

Other sites in the OPOSSUM CREEK loop

Site 49STANDARD ELECTRIC · Reservable Site 76STANDARD ELECTRIC · Reservable Site 06STANDARD ELECTRIC · Reservable Site 14TENT ONLY ELECTRIC · Reservable Site 20STANDARD ELECTRIC · Reservable Site 05STANDARD ELECTRIC · Reservable

Photos from OPOSSUM CREEK

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Opossum Creek Boat Ramp Amenities — USACE

Opossum Creek has the best tent camping — USACE

Opossum Creek Campground has no fee booth hours — USACE Park Ranger

Newly renovated boat ramp parking lot — USACE

Comfort Stations in Opossum Creek Campground — USACE

Permitted Equipment

TentTrailerRV

Booking Tips for Site 55

First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
Check-in/out: 5:00 PM / 4:00 PM
Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 55?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site 55?

Maximum occupancy is 8 people and 2 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 55?

Max vehicle length is 55 ft and the site itself is 55 ft long.

What hookups does site 55 have?

Available hookups: electric (50), water, sewer.

Are pets allowed at site 55?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 5:00 PM. Check-out: 4:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site 55?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.