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About South Marcum Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Showers
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RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
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- Playground
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1358)
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds and spacious, shaded sites, making it a serene and enjoyable place to camp. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, and the proximity to outdoor activities like biking and fishing. While some guests experienced issues with site leveling and internet access, overall, the campground is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds and spacious, shaded sites, making it a serene and enjoyable place to camp. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, and the proximity to outdoor activities like biking and fishing. While some guests experienced issues with site leveling and internet access, overall, the campground is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Deanna W
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: WPIN
South Marcum site 135 is a nice location. Getting a long trailer in is difficult because of so many trees in the way. Clipped my bumper on one. Nice long site but trailer had to be pulled up in order to get the awning out because of a tree so couldn't really utilize the whole site for parking. Site looks level to the eye but leveling up was quite an effort on the awning side.
Jeff W
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 115, Loop: CPOI
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Deanna W
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: WPIN
South Marcum site 135 is a nice location. Getting a long trailer in is difficult because of so many trees in the way. Clipped my bumper on one. Nice long site but trailer had to be pulled up in order to get the awning out because of a tree so couldn't really utilize the whole site for parking. Site looks level to the eye but leveling up was quite an effort on the awning side.
Jana V
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 137, Loop: WPIN
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Maggie S
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 110, Loop: CPOI
The campground has a 12 mi (one way) PAVED bicycle trail through the woods!!
We love it!
Jana V
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 137, Loop: WPIN
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Maggie S
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 110, Loop: CPOI
The campground has a 12 mi (one way) PAVED bicycle trail through the woods!!
We love it!
Deborah R
VerifiedJune 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: CPOI
Starting with the hosts, they were very helpful. We stayed in one of the best spots. Great view , lots of room to entertain other campers for cookouts and board games. We were fortunate to be able to stay almost two weeks , we had to leave early for a wedding but they were very accommodating we have been camping there for about 6 -7 years and hope to be able to do it for many more.
Deborah R
VerifiedJune 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: CPOI
Starting with the hosts, they were very helpful. We stayed in one of the best spots. Great view , lots of room to entertain other campers for cookouts and board games. We were fortunate to be able to stay almost two weeks , we had to leave early for a wedding but they were very accommodating we have been camping there for about 6 -7 years and hope to be able to do it for many more.
Terry H
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: BLOD
Very nice place to go camping.
Location & Directions for South Marcum Campground
South Marcum Campground, Benton, IL 62812 United States
Elevation: 134 ft
Getting There
From I-57 take exit 71 and turn west onto Highway 14. After 3 mi turn right on Rend City Road, then right on Rend Lake Dam Rd. Continue 3 mi to the park entrance on the left.
Highway access
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.
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: October 19, 2026
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