Gun Creek Campground, Whittington, IL

Gun Creek Campground in Franklin county is located 49 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 472 feet. There are a total of 100 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of November. 99 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 25 sites have electric and water hookups. 74 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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(618) 724-2493 (Information)
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$18 - $30

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Campsite Reviews (473)

4.4 out of 5

5 star		60%
4 star		25%
3 star		7%
2 star		5%
1 star		1%

@RickyTAF6D38E3 · Camped on Nov 15, 2024 at Campsite #48

Beautiful campground

@StephenM951052 · Camped on Nov 13, 2024 at Campsite #58

Just a one night stay while traveling. Clean and well maintained. If you are looking for seclusion, the sites are a tad close to each other from what I saw. Paved drives into all campsites. Some sites have a 6% grade on them, so setting up an RV to level may be a challenge for some. Solid wheel chocks are an absolute must. Interstate noise is a constant.

@BretR77B2AF026 · Camped on Nov 11, 2024 at Campsite #36

This campground is beautiful. We love staying here!

@RaymondZ1573AB · Camped on Nov 7, 2024 at Campsite #47

Clean campground. Nice sights.

@jefff8502208 · Camped on Nov 6, 2024 at Campsite #48

What beautiful sunsets

@PAULL8120165 · Camped on Nov 4, 2024 at Campsite #28

Gun Creek and South Markumn are our favorite stop over spots while traveling on highway 57. Lots of sites on Rend Lake and plenty of space between sites.

@ChrisS8694045 · Camped on Nov 4, 2024 at Campsite #96

Really enjoyed our stay at Gun Creek. Great pricing, nice spacing between sites, clean bathrooms, easy highway access (but no traffic noise). Would definitely stay again.

@DennisB9968665 · Camped on Nov 3, 2024 at Campsite #48

A beautiful site. But while it is level side to side, it has quite a slope. 4 inches on the back still requires you to drop the nose all the way down. But a great view of sunsets on the lake. But also be advised that the turnaround at the end is tight. Keep your camper high on the turn to keep from dragging your camper as you turn. We saw a couple campers do that while we were there.

@TheresaM7575E6 · Camped on Oct 31, 2024 at Campsite #93

Gun Creek campground is very clean, the sites are spacious, with plentiful views of Rend Lake. It was a quiet restful visit. we loved the campground so much we extended our stay twice!

@ElaineB5855727 · Camped on Oct 31, 2024 at Campsite #25

Popular COE conveniently located off the interstate. Stayed only one night while traveling, but can see why it would be a destination spot. Nice COE by a large lake with FHU options.

@RichardJ844521 · Camped on Oct 28, 2024 at Campsite #51

The gate people had already left when I arrived at 2pm. Went to site and hooked up left a 10 next morning never saw anyone.

@TerryO7704177 · Camped on Oct 28, 2024 at Campsite #93

Nice quiet campground with spacious lots.

@DanielS7047089 · Camped on Oct 27, 2024 at Campsite #84

Site was far from level. Had to use every leveling block we had, and still were pretty tilted. Itd help a lot if the site descriptions gave information on site slope. For a quick overnight in a class B van, a level site is most welcome.

@PeggyV24A01FF1 · Camped on Oct 27, 2024 at Campsite #13

We always enjoy staying at Gun Creek in the Nighthawk loop. The only downside here is that there isnt any basketball goals here. I had to drive to Benton to their park so the grandkids could play basketball. North Marcum was already closed for the season.

@KimB3858433 · Camped on Oct 25, 2024 at Campsite #32

Location was peaceful. There is an archery shooting complex near by. There isnt much for bike riding or hiking trails, but close to the lake for some shore fishing.

@JanetH505BD3AF · Camped on Oct 24, 2024 at Campsite #50

We stayed overnight on our way to Louisville; this was a very nice campground. The sites were widely spaced, the fall leaves were beautiful. There is a double sided dump site. I didnt use the showers but every shower/ bathroom has its own outside door and is private. The price is incredible for full hookups.

@DustinB1202239 · Camped on Oct 23, 2024 at Campsite #91

Very nice campground. Kids have alot of fun. Very nice playgrounds

@KarenD6822172 · Camped on Oct 18, 2024 at Campsite #67

Was a very nice size campsite. The shower house was well kept. The campground was very peaceful, we really enjoyed our weekend there.

@LarryB8653126 · Camped on Oct 17, 2024 at Campsite #61

Beautiful campground! Our only complaint was the severe drop from camper to ground! Felt dangerous going g down the steps. Hope the bike trails are all connected in the near future!!

@DavidD5028320 · Camped on Oct 14, 2024 at Campsite #40

Gun Creek Staff is top notch and always available. Great location, Great views!

@JoelleMA783A08 · Camped on Oct 7, 2024 at Campsite #25

Beautiful lake. Sites 25 and 26 were fairly level with wonderful views.

@antoniorC1B553 · Camped on Oct 7, 2024 at Campsite #1

Camp site 001 is a little bit inclined, showers near by. Recommended 100%!

@BrianM6776107 · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #77

Stayed in site 77 with a 32 fifth wheel. You need leveling boards as the passenger side was sloped 4.5 inches lower. With leveling boards under wheels was not a problem. Would definitely recommend and stay in this site again. Park was quiet and clean. Did not use bathrooms so cant comment on those. Verizon service was great.

@RogerR5597842 · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #49

The spot was very nice but the Persimmons on the ground were a total mess. I love Persimmons but they need to cut that tree down because it makes a huge mess. They get all in your RV and stuck to your shoes. The grass was very tall and considering the campground was PACKED it should have been mowed. Otherwise very nice quiet site.

@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Sep 27, 2024 at Campsite #51

This is a low laying spot. When it rained, there was a steady stream that flowed under the camper. There was mud that had settled on the pavement of the campsite that you are forced to drive though. Further, it's adjacent to the shower house and we did catch the occasional wiff of not-so-pleasant odors. Also, there is a gumball tree in this site. For our stay, (late Sept) there was the constant "thud" of gumballs hitting the roof. The curve of the pull through is a bit much for long rigs. We had a 30ft 5th wheel and it was nearly impossible to get the steps on the pavement. They have put a bunch of road pack (which stayed soggy our entire stay) in the apex of the turn. If this site is all that there is, it'll work but there are much better sites.

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