About South Marcum Campground
Number of accommodations: 159
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Showers -
Dump Station -
Playground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (613)
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers spacious, well-maintained sites and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for families and nature enthusiasts. Many guests appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful views, and opportunities for wildlife observation, including birdwatching and witnessing pelican migrations. While some visitors noted minor maintenance issues and occasional pest problems, overall experiences are overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers spacious, well-maintained sites and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for families and nature enthusiasts. Many guests appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful views, and opportunities for wildlife observation, including birdwatching and witnessing pelican migrations. While some visitors noted minor maintenance issues and occasional pest problems, overall experiences are overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Georgianna H
VerifiedJuly 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 120, Loop: CPOI
Great place for a getaway.
Karen G
VerifiedJuly 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: CPOI
We generally stay at the Sandusky Campgrounds (great spots) but we went to Marcum due to being flooded out of another campground. We were very impressed. Wonderful campground. Had some bad weather but camp host were great and checked on everyone and helped where needed. Will definitely be returning to Marcum.
MICHAEL D
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: BRID
We stopped here for our last night after a 17 day trip to Yellowstone, I can say this was one of the best spots we had, and we had some really nice campgrounds. If you’re ever in the area, I highly recommend checking this campground out.
Jeff G
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: CPOI
Brandon H
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: CPOI
Bring leveling blocks.
Vicki L
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: CPOI
South Marcum is a very nice campground. The host are always friendly and helpful. Campsites are very nice, especially the ones on the water. The bike trails are wonderful. We always enjoy riding them .
Larry A
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: BRID
Very enjoyable!
Cary C
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: CPOI
Campground host was amazing and super friendly! The campground and shower houses were well-kept, and the views of Rend Lake are beautiful 🤩
Lisa S
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: BLOD
Beautiful campground! Well laid out and maintained.
Site 42 was perfect! The right side of the camping pad does have a large step down off the asphalt pad. However if you stay as far left as possible, it is not an issue. Quiet, peaceful, completely shaded!
David H
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: T-12, Loop: WTES
Beautiful and spacious site!!
Location South Marcum Campground
Address:
South Marcum Campground
Benton, IL, 62812
United States
From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Rd. Continue 3 miles to the park entrance on the left.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.0338 / -88.9402
Elevation: 134 feet
Policies & Rules
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All campers MUST register/ check-in with gate attendant upon arrival to receive site and vehicle tags. |
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Camping equipment is required to be placed on the campsite; one camper with a maximum of three tents OR a maximum of four tents per site are permitted. Sites may NOT be reserved for parking of vehicles. |
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See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
