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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
Marvin C
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: BRID
Great Park with excellent sites
Gregory R
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: CPOI
It news some work on the playground
Gloria T
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: CPOI
Online reservations stated that site 126 was beside 125 but it was a Roos the road from it. Map on online site is wrong and I alerted them and they stated to contact the park facilities. I let a park ranger know this info. Also site stated it would park 3 vehicles and it did not even park 2 and a camper. Needs to have a side parking spot like other sites have. Site needs full dirt or gravel. A lot of exposed tree roots. Fire ring was too close to picnic table. Not a good site at all. Would not have booked this site if the map online the reservation site would have been correct
Marvin C
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: BRID
Great Park with excellent sites
Gregory R
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: CPOI
It news some work on the playground
Gloria T
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: CPOI
Online reservations stated that site 126 was beside 125 but it was a Roos the road from it. Map on online site is wrong and I alerted them and they stated to contact the park facilities. I let a park ranger know this info. Also site stated it would park 3 vehicles and it did not even park 2 and a camper. Needs to have a side parking spot like other sites have. Site needs full dirt or gravel. A lot of exposed tree roots. Fire ring was too close to picnic table. Not a good site at all. Would not have booked this site if the map online the reservation site would have been correct
Jarrett H
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: BRID
This is our favorite spot. We have access to park our fishing boat down close to the site and caught a bunch of channel cat off the rocks. The pad is a little slanted but, it wasn’t a problem. There is Plenty of shad and the pad size if perfect. The camp host is so friendly and helpful and has been every time we go.
Jarrett H
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: BRID
This is our favorite spot. We have access to park our fishing boat down close to the site and caught a bunch of channel cat off the rocks. The pad is a little slanted but, it wasn’t a problem. There is Plenty of shad and the pad size if perfect. The camp host is so friendly and helpful and has been every time we go.
John M
VerifiedMay 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: BRID
Beautiful place
John M
VerifiedMay 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: BRID
Beautiful place
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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