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
Bonnie H
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: BRID
We were at site 55 South Marcum. It was a really nice site. I was impressed on how well maintained it was & that the fire pits are cleaned out twice a week. The camp ground host when we arrived was awesome. Made the beginning of our camping experience fun.
Alan D
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: OROO
We stayed at Owls Roost on lot 18. We enjoy this little area and discovered Beaver Lodge connected by a concrete walk though a nice wooded area and the other camping areas connected by a wonderful path around Blue Heron pond.
We are down here from Central Illinois because of work in the area and coming back to camp is better than home.
Jo Anne S
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: WPIN
Peaceful, easy to access, well taken care of.
Rex G
VerifiedMay 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: OROO
Clean, quiet,large sites that made camping a pleasure. Friendly, efficient gatekeeper.
Melissa S
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: CPOI
We enjoyed our stay at South Marcum. The campgrounds were beautiful and the shower facilities were very clean.
Jim R
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: BRID
The best campground in Illinois.
Tracy W
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: CPOI
Sites were shaded, not too close to neighbors, long enough so tow vehicle easily fit. Utilities worked, grounds were mowed and the staff even offered to blow grass clippings off our site... a first!
Roger H
VerifiedMay 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: OROO
Nice shade, a little messy as it had rained - lots of ruts where people back in. Quiet camping loop
Steven L
VerifiedMay 19, 2022 • Stayed at: T-02, Loop: WTES
Beautiful view peaceful and enjoyable
Doris S
VerifiedMay 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: CPOI
Beautiful campground. Lots of opportunities for walking and biking and having fun with friends.
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. |
