About South Marcum Campground
Number of accommodations: 159
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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 (1243)
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with spacious sites and beautiful lake views that many visitors appreciate. The campground features clean facilities, helpful staff, and enjoyable bike trails, making it a great spot for family outings. However, some reviews noted issues with ticks, unlevel sites, and the presence of pests like stink bugs, which could detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
South Marcum Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with spacious sites and beautiful lake views that many visitors appreciate. The campground features clean facilities, helpful staff, and enjoyable bike trails, making it a great spot for family outings. However, some reviews noted issues with ticks, unlevel sites, and the presence of pests like stink bugs, which could detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Chris W
VerifiedOctober 8, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 125, Loop: CPOI
Nice park, clean, close to nature. Plenty of deer, turkeys, groundhogs. Quiet, peaceful!!!
Marlene H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 081, Loop: CPOI
Site #81 was easy to back into. Has a view of the lake but is not lake front. Close to the freeway- which was sometimes noisy but not always- and close to Benton and many other little towns. We enjoyed Seasonings Bistro restaurant in Benton, The W restaurant in Du Quoin and on Sunday the Mill Bar & Grill in Sesser has great fried chicken. Not much in the way of gyms in the area but Ultimate Power & Fitness in Christopher served well enough with lots of friendly patrons. The bike path was great! 20.6 miles in total.
Marlene H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 081, Loop: CPOI
Site #81 was easy to back into. Has a view of the lake but is not lake front. Close to the freeway- which was sometimes noisy but not always- and close to Benton and many other little towns. We enjoyed Seasonings Bistro restaurant in Benton, The W restaurant in Du Quoin and on Sunday the Mill Bar & Grill in Sesser has great fried chicken. Not much in the way of gyms in the area but Ultimate Power & Fitness in Christopher served well enough with lots of friendly patrons. The bike path was great! 20.6 miles in total.
Philip F
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 056, Loop: BRID
It was our first outing in our Class A RV , it was a wonderful experience in this beautiful park. We got a spot on the lake and the park personal were great. I only live approximately 40 miles from it but I will definitely be back to enjoy the natural beauty and relaxation. πππππ
Stephen W T
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 128, Loop: CPOI
I always enjoy the friendly staff at the check in station and the wonderful experience I have here at my Rend Lake. ππ»
Philip F
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 056, Loop: BRID
It was our first outing in our Class A RV , it was a wonderful experience in this beautiful park. We got a spot on the lake and the park personal were great. I only live approximately 40 miles from it but I will definitely be back to enjoy the natural beauty and relaxation. πππππ
Stephen W T
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 128, Loop: CPOI
I always enjoy the friendly staff at the check in station and the wonderful experience I have here at my Rend Lake. ππ»
Alan D
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 137, Loop: WPIN
Pay attention to the grades on the individual campsite descriptions to make it easier for your set up.
Chris S
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 062, Loop: BRID
Always wonderful to spend time at Rend Lake! Really enjoy our time at the lake.
Alan D
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 137, Loop: WPIN
Pay attention to the grades on the individual campsite descriptions to make it easier for your set up.
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.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.0338 / -88.9402
Elevation: 134 feet
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: June 4, 2026
