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South Marcum
Total sites: 160
Available Tonight: 65
Available this Weekend: 40
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 65
Available this Weekend: 40
Booking Window: 6 months
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South Marcum Campground, IL - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
South Marcum Campground in Franklin County is located 51 min northeast of Carbondale, IL with an elevation of 437 feet. There are a total of 160 campsites including 14 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to mid November. 146 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 94 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 46 sites have electric and water hookups. 100 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (396)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 61% | |
| 4 star | 24% | |
| 3 star | 9% | |
| 2 star | 1% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@TrentJE6C311D4 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #138
Very nice and well kept campground The bike trail was especially nice highly recommended
@JamesB7853748 · Camped on Sep 4, 2025 at Campsite #111
We stayed four nights in site 111. The site was long enough for our 26ft trailer and to park our truck next to it. The site had a small view of the water. Afternoon shade and was almost level. Lots of bike riding on paved trails. It would be better if they would complete the trail around the lake. Some site are very unlevel and small.
@BillL4607685 · Camped on Aug 28, 2025 at Campsite #57
Site 57 right on the water. Couldnt of asked for a better view
@BruceM1268542 · Camped on Aug 28, 2025 at Campsite #116
Very nice campsite.
@MikeT3189940 · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #80
Very clean, friendly campers
@GregM1251637 · Camped on Aug 18, 2025 at Campsite #127
perfect site, level, shady, concrete patio and water and
@GregM1251637 · Camped on Aug 18, 2025 at Campsite #127
perfect site, level, shady, concrete patio and water and
@GrantM9163578 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #T2
We did the tent camping. Everything was perfect. No issues
@DavidM1864120 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #128
Great level site, #128, very nice park. Staff was great, friendly and professional.
@ClintTF61B2B3D · Camped on Aug 9, 2025 at Campsite #128
Facility was very clean, bath house was very clean, but some of the camp sites could use a little work. The pad for the camper to back in on could be wider.
@stacir3140843E · Camped on Aug 7, 2025 at Campsite #T14
I moved away 17 years ago and one of the things we grew up doing was camping/boating at Rend Lake. Being able to come back was very nostalgic. The campsites were clean, shower houses had good pressure and warm water. Definitely ready to come back!
@MarkM2223984 · Camped on Aug 7, 2025 at Campsite #78
Great campsite but would love to have more sites with sewer and water
@terryh6561192 · Camped on Aug 6, 2025 at Campsite #19
Great place; very quiet; site 19 had a slope;
@GaryS1862766 · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #28
Clean, quiet, peaceful.
@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Jul 31, 2025 at Campsite #38
Sue that worked in the check in made it so easy for me
@SteveH6880674 · Camped on Jul 31, 2025 at Campsite #18
South. Marcum is a nice campground. We had #18 Owls Roost. Site was shaded and grounds well maintained. This site has full hookups. The pad was about 4 inches off left to right. I had to borrow blocks to get reasonably level.
@GaryS1862766 · Camped on Jul 29, 2025 at Campsite #72
We have stayed here multiple times and it has been great each and every time.
@EvelynW73D14EB · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #16
We ended up coming in late on the way back from Oshkosh. Didn't realize that the gate agent shack closes at 8pm on Fridays and we arrived at 8pm. Had no issues getting in (all gates were open and went straight to the campsite) but were not able to check in. We had previously come through the weekend before on the way to Oshkosh and stayed at the exact same site (Owl's Roost 16), which was very sloped-I would stay here again but would choose a different site. We also left early the next morning (around 7am) and the gate agent shack was also not open by then, so we ended up just leaving because there was no way to check in/out. Normally, when checking out, you simply drop your campsite card in a mailbox on the way out and leave. However, we did not have the card as we weren't able to check in the night before. If you are coming in to this campground, I would arrive before 8pm if you have to leave early so you can make sure you are checked in.
@JulianA54CC7C9 · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #16
What an amazing campground! Absolutely recommend
@DwayneL075546D · Camped on Jul 14, 2025 at Campsite #84
Large sites with plenty of space and privacy. Bring bug spray.
@RickyS5497024 · Camped on Jul 9, 2025 at Campsite #31
We always have a great time at south Marcus people are friendly and love sitting out and watching the wild life
@JeffC9633298 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #51
Great RV campgrounds! Nice paved sites, we had full hookups, well placed and easy to use. Roads are paved, easy to back in. Shower house and rest rooms are very clean! Close to town, many restaurants and bars, and grocery stores.
@Davidor3589C46 · Camped on Jul 1, 2025 at Campsite #121
We stayed for 11 days in site 121. This campground was incredible. Everything from the condition of our site upon arrival to the upkeep on the grounds was wonderful. The campground host Sue, was so helpful and friendly. There is a contingent of volunteers that take such pride in the park, and it shows. The boat and kayak launch was well maintained, and as in other Illinois COE campgrounds there were life vests available to borrow. Lake Rend is a large lake that is enjoyed by fishermen, families, and kayakers. There are many places around the lake that you can launch from. We made a trip to the Blue Gill Hole boat ramp, and spent the day kayaking around the wildlife preserve seeing countless birds. We were lucky enough to witness the Osprey fishing for dinner. There is also a 26 mile (round trip) bike path that takes you through three COE campgrounds. This trail is paved for most of the way except for a short area near the spillway. South Sandusky COE is where you can go swimming, and while we were there they had a couple of food trucks with snack foods and icy drinks. The town of Benton is of decent size with Walmart and all the fast food places. Overall we loved our time at South Marcum, and we will definitely be back.
@KevinV1108191 · Camped on Jun 28, 2025 at Campsite #30
Grass did need cutting, beach bash was first rate and park rangers were extremely friendly. Thanks for a great weekend
@MontyE26091639 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #135
Had a great time.
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