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About South Marcum Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Dump station on site
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- Potable Water
- Showers
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- Playground
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- 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
Rex S
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: CPOI
We were at south marcum #80 and there was no ground at the electric receptacle. We left a day early because of the electrical issue.
Rex S
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: CPOI
We were at south marcum #80 and there was no ground at the electric receptacle. We left a day early because of the electrical issue.
Robert B
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: BRID
Very nice and well maintained campground. Hard to get a site with full hookups on a weekend.So you are forced to leave on the weekend and stay only 5 week days. Lot of small towns with Town squares, neat restaurants, antiques, bike paths, fishing and animal watching.
Robert B
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: BRID
Very nice and well maintained campground. Hard to get a site with full hookups on a weekend.So you are forced to leave on the weekend and stay only 5 week days. Lot of small towns with Town squares, neat restaurants, antiques, bike paths, fishing and animal watching.
Chris W
VerifiedOctober 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: CPOI
Nice park, clean, close to nature. Plenty of deer, turkeys, groundhogs. Quiet, peaceful!!!
Chris W
VerifiedOctober 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: CPOI
Nice park, clean, close to nature. Plenty of deer, turkeys, groundhogs. Quiet, peaceful!!!
Marlene H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • 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 mi in total.
Marlene H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • 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 mi in total.
Stephen W T
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 • 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. 🙏🏻
Philip F
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 • 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 mi from it but I will definitely be back to enjoy the natural beauty and relaxation. 👍👍👍👍👍
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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