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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lake Shelbyville is subject to closures not listed on this site. For up to date information call 217-774-3951 or email lakeshelbyville@usace.army.mil.

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Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center

Sea Tow Foundation Life jacket Loaner Program

Dam West Life Jacket Loaner Station

Dam West Life Jacket Loaner Station Restocked with Sea Tow Foundation Life Jacket. The Sea Tow Foundation’s Life Jacket Loaner Program is part of a federal grant project funded by the Sport Fish Restoration & Boating Trust Fund as administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

86% of drowning victims were not wearing life jackets.

86% of Drowning Victims Were NOT Wearing a Life Jacket.

What's happening at Lake Shelbyville?

Lake Shelbyville Links

Plan Your Visit
- Lake Shelbyville History
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- Fees, Reservations And Permits
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- Nearby Attractions
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- Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center
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Recreation
- Boating
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- Camping
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- Fishing
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- Trails
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- Hunting
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- Picnicking
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- Swimming and Beaches
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- Wildlife Viewing
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- Ranger Programs
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- Events
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- Geocaching
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Maps
- Fish Attractor Maps
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- Campground Maps
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- Hunting and Fishing Map
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- Hiking and Biking Trail Maps
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- Interactive Hunting Map
  Posted 05/03/2023
Events & Outreach
- Education
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  - Dam Tours And Ranger Programs
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  - Eco-Meet
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- Water Safety
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Natural Resources
- Fishing
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- Hunting
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- Wildlife Viewing
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Volunteering
- Volunteer Opportunities
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Guides/Regulations
- Title 36
  Posted 04/15/2024
- 2022 Park Information Guide
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Kaskaskia River Basin Feasibility Study
Lake Shelbyville Calendar
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Latest News Releases

Lake Shelbyville 4th of July Fireworks Parking and Holiday Festivities

6/26/2025

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is gearing up for the 4th of July at Lake Shelbyville. Fireworks will be launched on July 4th at dusk from Ramp Point, located in Dam West Recreation Area. Lake...

Community Cove Welcomes New Kayak Launch and Pollinator Field

6/25/2025

The area of public lands designated as Dam West High Water Boat Ramp, commonly referred to as “Community Cove”, recently acquired a new kayak launch and pollinator plots through various partnerships...

Temporary Recreation Area Closings To Conduct Dredging Activities at Lake Shelbyville

2/24/2025

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville will be performing dredging work on the North end of the lake in 2025. Work will include dredging of the Kaskaskia river channel, starting at the...