About South Marcum Campground
Number of accommodations: 159
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1243)
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with spacious sites and beautiful lake views that many visitors appreciate. The campground features clean facilities, helpful staff, and enjoyable bike trails, making it a great spot for family outings. However, some reviews noted issues with ticks, unlevel sites, and the presence of pests like stink bugs, which could detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with spacious sites and beautiful lake views that many visitors appreciate. The campground features clean facilities, helpful staff, and enjoyable bike trails, making it a great spot for family outings. However, some reviews noted issues with ticks, unlevel sites, and the presence of pests like stink bugs, which could detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Paul C
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLOD
South Marcum is our family choice for the 4th of July trip. We have a history of going there for 6 years now. The peaceful and quiet area is relaxing and calming. The hosts are always friendly and the grounds are well maintained. Services are near by, but not too close.
Monty E
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: WPIN
Had a great time.
Kevin V
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLOD
Grass did need cutting, beach bash was first rate and park rangers were extremely friendly. Thanks for a great weekend
Kevin V
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLOD
Grass did need cutting, beach bash was first rate and park rangers were extremely friendly. Thanks for a great weekend
Monty E
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: WPIN
Had a great time.
Donald H
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: CPOI
nice campground
Donald H
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: CPOI
nice campground
judy v
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: BRID
This was a last-minute reservation and we were not disappointed. heading back to SC from WY and looking for a overnight stay before our last day of travel. using my Rec.gov app, I found South Marcum campground. The campground is beautiful, clean and spacoius. we are already planning to return for a longer stay and enjoy the lake. this campground is a definite must visit if you are in the area.
judy v
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: BRID
This was a last-minute reservation and we were not disappointed. heading back to SC from WY and looking for a overnight stay before our last day of travel. using my Rec.gov app, I found South Marcum campground. The campground is beautiful, clean and spacoius. we are already planning to return for a longer stay and enjoy the lake. this campground is a definite must visit if you are in the area.
Meg L
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 129, Loop: CPOI
We love the sites 125, 127 & 129 in Covey Point. They are very level and it's not crowded around us and we love full hookups!! We are close to the playground for the kids and the shower house if they get tooooo muddy!! The only thing missing is a concrete pad for chairs on site 125. If that was added it would be perfect. We can't wait till our next camping trip there!!
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.
South Marcum Campground is accessible from I-57 via exit 71, then west on Highway 14. The campground is located approximately 3 miles from the highway exit.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.0338 / -88.9402
Elevation: 134 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- All campers MUST register/ check-in with gate attendant upon arrival to receive site and vehicle tags.
- 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.
- See Park Information Guide for additional rules and regulations.
- 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.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
