Spillway Picnic Shelters (Shelbyville)

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·Lake Shelbyville

Overview

This day use area sits just below the Lake Shelbyville Dam on the southern end of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility is a popular location for fishing, picnicking, and walking trails.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Playground

    (All campsites have Playground)

Natural Features

Spillway 1 - Credits: USACE
Spillway 2 - Credits: USACE
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The day use area has an excellent view of the Lake Shelbyville Dam which connects the lake to the Kaskaskia River. Numerous species of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors inhabit the lake area, as do mammals such as cottontail rabbit, white-tail deer, gray and fox squirrel, muskrat and mink.

Recreation

Spillway 1 - Credits: USACE

This area is a prime location for shoreline and kayak fishing, and features a fish cleaning station and handicap accessible fishing pier. Some of the local fish in the lake are catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass, and bluegill. The General Dacey Trail is located in the area and is a multi-use biking and walking trail which extends through the south end of the lake, spillway, the dam, and into the city park. There is an on-site playground for children, and several picnic areas for a family cookout or a perfect spot to eat for a lunch break.

Nearby Attractions

The Lake Shelbyville Dam and the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center is located north of the day use area. West of the day use area is the town of Shelbyville which offers small town boutiques as well as eateries to explore.

Additional Information

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