About South Marcum Campground
Number of accommodations: 159
Campground Amenities
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Showers -
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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
Clarence K
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 116, Loop: CPOI
It was very easy to check in. The campground was mowed and looked very nice. The restrooms and showers were very cleaned and taken care of.
Linda C
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: CPOI
Beautiful campsite. Great water views.
John P
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 108, Loop: CPOI
I was very impressed with the quality of this campground. Everything was in great condition. The roads, restrooms, showers, and grounds were all very well maintained. A ranger stopped by my site after I arrived and he was very friendly and professional.
Tracy P
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: BRID
Love this campground. Its our regular spot, 10 minutes from. Home.
Linda J
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: OROO
Nice sized sites, very clean.
Darah D
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: CPOI
Clean, quiet. Very nice bike trail.
Cindy L
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: CPOI
Beautiful well spaced sites, super clean shower houses, cell service & wonderful camp hosts
james b
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: OROO
Very scenic, calming
MISCHELL P
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: OROO
Love coming here once or twice a year. Camp host always a pleasure. Well kept grounds. Wildlife all around. Bike path always enjoyable. Never have made it to the beach. Visitor Center always something very interesting. The owl program was enjoyed by all ages. Just wish it was a bit closer to home. But will continue the drive.
Larry N
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: BRID
It was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. We loved the access to the beach.
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. |
