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Shabbona Lake State Park Campground

100 Preserve Rd, Shabbona, IL 60550, USA

Introduce

Nestled in the heart of Shabbona, Illinois, Shabbona Lake State Park Campground offers a perfect blend of nature and adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. This charming campground provides an ideal base for exploring the park's diverse attractions, including hiking trails, water sports, and serene picnic areas. Whether you're seeking family-friendly adventures or peaceful getaways, this park has something for everyone.

  • Location: Shabbona Lake State Park is located at 100 Preserve Rd, Shabbona, IL 60550.
  • Open Hours: The park operates daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Accommodation Options: Visitors can enjoy both RV sites and tent camping, surrounded by nature.
  • Water Activities: Engage in fishing, boating, or rent a kayak/canoe to explore the lake's peaceful waters.
  • Land Adventures: Discover trails ranging from easy walks to the 7-mile hike, perfect for all skill levels. Don't miss the stunning sunflower field in late summer!
  • Dining Options: Dine at Pokanoka's restaurant, which offers a cozy atmosphere with live music on weekends.
Customer Feedback

Hear from our guests:

  • "I love Shabbona State Park! It's perfect for hiking and exploring streams." - John D.
  • "One of our favorite state parks! Ideal for kayaking and family-friendly trails." - Sarah M.
  • "First-time camping, and we can't wait to come back!" - Emily R.

Gallery

Service options

Onsite services

Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

RV camping

RV electric hookup

RV water hookup

Activities

Hiking

Amenities

Barbecue grill

Picnic tables

Public restroom

Public shower

Restroom

Running water

Slides

Swings

Tent sites

Volleyball court

Payments

Credit cards

Debit cards

Children

Good for kids

Kid-friendly hikes

Playground

Parking

Free parking lot

On-site parking

Pets

Dogs allowed

Sarah Bish Aug 28
★★★★★5

I love Shabbona State Park, we live nearby so it's probably the place we hike most frequently. They have shorter trails and one that's about 7 miles. There is camping, fishing, boating, hiking, many picnic areas, several playgrounds, a restaurant called Pokanoka's which is right on the lake and has live music on Saturdays in the summer. They also have boat rentals for people interested in boating. This lake is great for kayaks and canoes, it's not a tiny lake, but it's also not at all overwhelming. You won't get lost here...not on the lake and not on the trails. Kid friendly trails, no super steep hills or anything at all dangerous. In the late summer the sunflower field is absolutely beautiful! Come check it out, it's really quite wonderful♡

Mollyann Hesser Oct 13
★★★★★5

One of our favorite state parks! Close enough to home, to bring our kayaks for a day in the water. Trails for hiking and streams to explore. First time camping. Can't wait to come back!

Gauri R May 29
★★★★☆4

Nice park. Lot of space and shade. Nice restaurant on site. They have boating and kayaking. Although I found that kayaking was a bit hard with so many logs in he lake. You probably need advance booking for boats. We couldn't get it. Bait shop has all you need for fishing. We also spotted a snake in the lake.

Beth Connelly Aug 19
★★★★★5

We took a drive through Shabbona this Friday morning. We had not been there before & wanted to check out boating regulations, boat ramps, lake depth, etc. We went into the Bait Shop & the men were great answering our questions. I was surprised they sold live bait & also did boat rentals. He confirmed the HP limit was lifted in lieu of a slow wake regardless of your boat motor hp. Good to know! Also good to know is that they sell alcohol & other drinks as well. Overall the park/lake was beautiful & we definitely would come back to fish.

Ramin Homyak Oct 25
★★★★★5

I had a fantastic experience at Shabbona Lake and Campground in Illinois. The lake is absolutely beautiful, and the picnic areas are perfect for a relaxing day out. The surrounding trees add to the natural charm of the place. A great spot for enjoying nature and spending quality time outdoors.🌳🐶🪷

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