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South Marcum Recreational Area Introduce

Welcome to South Marcum Recreational Area, your ideal destination for camping and outdoor adventures in Benton, IL. Nestled at 12220 Rend City Rd, our campground offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature's beauty. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or solo, we provide everything you need to make your stay memorable.

Our campsite boasts spacious and well-maintained sites perfect for tents, RVs, and campers. Each site is designed with comfort in mind, featuring shaded areas and level ground for easy setup. The clean and modern restroom/shower facilities ensure a pleasant experience throughout your stay.

  • Family-Friendly: Bring the whole family! Our playground and lake views provide endless fun for kids, while parents can enjoy peaceful evenings by the campfire or exploring nearby trails.
  • Natural Beauty: Adjacent to a serene lake, South Marcum offers breathtaking views and a quiet environment perfect for relaxation.
  • Convenient Location: Just a short drive from Benton, IL, our campground is an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area's attractions.

We take pride in offering a clean, safe, and welcoming space where guests can disconnect from daily life and reconnect with nature. Our staff is always ready to assist you and ensure your stay is enjoyable.

Customer Feedback

Our guests love their experiences at South Marcum Recreational Area! Here are some highlights from their reviews:

  • "Great campground. Lots of room on sites, clean facilities, and pretty quiet. Kids had a good time at the playground and the view of the lake is nice."
  • "First time camping here. The spot we chose was pretty level. Large pad for camper. Great shade. Restroom/shower house was clean."

Join our guests in experiencing the perfect blend of nature and comfort at South Marcum Recreational Area. Book your stay today and create lasting memories with your loved ones!

Details

  • Highlights

  • Picnics
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Offerings

  • RV camping
  • RV electric hookup
  • RV water hookup
  • Activities

  • Hiking
  • Amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic tables
  • Public restroom
  • Public shower
  • Restroom
  • Running water
  • Slides
  • Swings
  • Tent sites
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday
  • Kid-friendly hikes
  • Playground
  • Parking

  • On-site parking
  • Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Location

IllinoisFranklin CountyBentonRend City Road

Customer Reviews

4.0
215 reviews
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Adam Kasnick
Nov 09, 2024

Great campground. Lots of room on sites, clean facilities and pretty quiet. Kids had a good time at the playground and the view of the lake is nice.

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Karen Gurney
May 15, 2024

First time camping here. The spot we chose was pretty level. Large pad for camper. Great shade. Restroom/shower house was clean

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Kimberlee Weber
Jun 17, 2024

South Marcum did not disappoint. We love all the camping areas at Rend Lake. Beautiful and relaxing. We love the bike trail. This is our favorite place to camp.

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David Matyi
Jul 13, 2022

Awesome place for fun on the water with friends and family. I worked on Rend Lake for 20 years. Beautiful recreational area for boating, camping. Come see for yourself. Kayak and bike trails over entire lake. Beautiful sunsets.

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Kathy Stilz
Jun 22, 2023

Love this campground. Large treed sites with paved parking spots, each has a concrte pad for entrance and picnic tables. 47 0f the 147 sites have full hookups, all others have electricity. Many with lake views. Plenty of wildlife to view. Plus a large group area.

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