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
Cheryl U
VerifiedJune 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: BRID
Very nice area for biking! RV Sites are mostly level and many bordering on the lake! This was my second stay and thoroughly enjoyed my time at the park.
Terry G
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: CPOI
Had a very nice lot near the showers. We would stay again
Gregory R
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: CPOI
The playground is a mess. The wood chips are mostly gone and in the mud.
Tiffany s
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 090, Loop: CPOI
The camp host gentleman is so wonderful each time we have checking. The entire campground is always so clean & perfectly maintained. Bathrms are always pristine. Didn't care for the 6am alarm of the leaf blower though. Thank you for such a great time always. Looooove South Marcum. See you in October.
Terry G
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: CPOI
Had a very nice lot near the showers. We would stay again
Gregory R
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: CPOI
The playground is a mess. The wood chips are mostly gone and in the mud.
Tiffany s
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 090, Loop: CPOI
The camp host gentleman is so wonderful each time we have checking. The entire campground is always so clean & perfectly maintained. Bathrms are always pristine. Didn't care for the 6am alarm of the leaf blower though. Thank you for such a great time always. Looooove South Marcum. See you in October.
Jennifer M
VerifiedJune 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 104, Loop: CPOI
I have a Dodge Grand Caravan that is converted. This had only a small slope & didn't bother me at all. Shade was nice, trees with the lake peaking through. Was very clean, and quiet. Lots of fishing. Good restrooms- all in one shower & flush, sink - bright & very clean. Camp hosts nice.
Jennifer M
VerifiedJune 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 104, Loop: CPOI
I have a Dodge Grand Caravan that is converted. This had only a small slope & didn't bother me at all. Shade was nice, trees with the lake peaking through. Was very clean, and quiet. Lots of fishing. Good restrooms- all in one shower & flush, sink - bright & very clean. Camp hosts nice.
Bonnie H
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: BRID
We were at site 55 South Marcum. It was a really nice site. I was impressed on how well maintained it was & that the fire pits are cleaned out twice a week. The camp ground host when we arrived was awesome. Made the beginning of our camping experience fun.
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
