Shellsburg is a community of friendly neighbors and despite its size, still provides its citizens with many vital services. A full service residential care center with pharmacy operates within the community as well as a 9 hole golf course. Just east of town is Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area . A 410-acre lake and more than 1,500 acres of land available to visitors. The lake offers a variety of fishing, boating and swimming opportunities.
Trails offer visitors scenic views of wooded hills, marshy areas and meadows.
The area is open year-round and provides a maximum of outdoor recreation activities.