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About South Marcum Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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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 (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
Darryl H
VerifiedJune 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: OROO
Nice Campground. 147+ campsites spread out into different sections. However their shower area is not in a convenient area for all sections. Our section did not have a shower area. Not many of the 147+ campsites are very level. Site 16 required 6 inches of blocks on the front tires to level our Class A 36 ft RV. Other than the leveling problem we had the campsite is was great. The Campground has a very nice bike/walking path that goes through the campground and around the damn.
Darryl H
VerifiedJune 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: OROO
Nice Campground. 147+ campsites spread out into different sections. However their shower area is not in a convenient area for all sections. Our section did not have a shower area. Not many of the 147+ campsites are very level. Site 16 required 6 inches of blocks on the front tires to level our Class A 36 ft RV. Other than the leveling problem we had the campsite is was great. The Campground has a very nice bike/walking path that goes through the campground and around the damn.
August W
VerifiedMay 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: BLOD
Well kept campground. Creative site layout, great bathrooms, plenty of space, good shade.
August W
VerifiedMay 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: BLOD
Well kept campground. Creative site layout, great bathrooms, plenty of space, good shade.
Margaret B
VerifiedMay 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: OROO
Site 18 @ S. Marcum campground.
Beautiful park and campground. Lots of shade. Clean restroom (did not use shower house).
The paved walking paths were excellent.
Our site slanted down one side so we had to use 3 blocks to level. The site was long enough for our 36’ camper with slides on both sides and our truck with room to spare.
Picnic table had some standing water & completely flooded with heavy rain. Most of the water drained within 24 hours.
Most sites we noticed had some kind of slant but nothing a leveling block or two can’t fix nor prevent us from coming back. Overall this campground is one of our favorites. We plan on returning and may try other sections and/or Army Corp Engineers campgrounds on the lake.
Margaret B
VerifiedMay 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: OROO
Site 18 @ S. Marcum campground.
Beautiful park and campground. Lots of shade. Clean restroom (did not use shower house).
The paved walking paths were excellent.
Our site slanted down one side so we had to use 3 blocks to level. The site was long enough for our 36’ camper with slides on both sides and our truck with room to spare.
Picnic table had some standing water & completely flooded with heavy rain. Most of the water drained within 24 hours.
Most sites we noticed had some kind of slant but nothing a leveling block or two can’t fix nor prevent us from coming back. Overall this campground is one of our favorites. We plan on returning and may try other sections and/or Army Corp Engineers campgrounds on the lake.
Christopher B
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: BRID
Verizon phone signal is weak, and wish grass was cut. Overall we love this campground and will continue to come here every year!
Christopher B
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: BRID
Verizon phone signal is weak, and wish grass was cut. Overall we love this campground and will continue to come here every year!
Rick G
VerifiedMay 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: CPOI
Great location!
Rick G
VerifiedMay 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: CPOI
Great location!
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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