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. 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. 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. Recreation Sites Standard Electric Group Shelter Electric Overnight Day Activities Day Use Area Hiking Camping Boating Fishing Amenities Accessible Parking Amphitheater Boat Ramp Boat Trailer Parking Drinking Water Dump Station Electric Hookups Entrance Station Firewood Flush Toilets (Seasonal) Horseshoe Pit Host Parking Area Picnic Area Vault Toilets Volleyball Courts Electricity Hookup Picnic Table Fire Pit Accessibility BBQ