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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
Bill P
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: CPOI
Very nice experience. Nice camping spots with lots of room. Very enjoyable
Michel G
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: BLOD
Very nice park
Bill P
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: CPOI
Very nice experience. Nice camping spots with lots of room. Very enjoyable
Michel G
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: BLOD
Very nice park
Phillip J
VerifiedApril 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: BRID
This campground is well maintained.
Phillip J
VerifiedApril 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: BRID
This campground is well maintained.
Allen B
VerifiedDecember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: CPOI
Our second visit. Loved it both times. Spent 3 weeks in October. Having been in quite a few COE campgrounds, we can say this is the best. Three campgrounds, friendly staff, a visitor center, and a 10 mi bike path from South Marcum to North Sandusky (20 mi round trip). Walmart super center just a couple of miles away, and Mt. Vernon to the North and Marion to the South are each only 30 minutes away.
Allen B
VerifiedDecember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: CPOI
Our second visit. Loved it both times. Spent 3 weeks in October. Having been in quite a few COE campgrounds, we can say this is the best. Three campgrounds, friendly staff, a visitor center, and a 10 mi bike path from South Marcum to North Sandusky (20 mi round trip). Walmart super center just a couple of miles away, and Mt. Vernon to the North and Marion to the South are each only 30 minutes away.
Larry A
VerifiedDecember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: CPOI
Great spot!
Larry A
VerifiedDecember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: CPOI
Great spot!
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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