South Marcum Day Use Campground and Camping
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"Fished 1st point Northeast of the boat launch and followed into that cove that splits in two. 20..." Lake Jaycee
"Crappie are fair using minnows around 12 to 18 feet deep. Catfish are good using nightcrawlers,..." Kinkaid Lake
"Bluegill are fair using crickets, wax worms and red worms. Catfish are fair using leeches, cheese..." Crab Orchard Lake
About the Campground
In the heart of Southern Illinois, the South Marcum Day Use Area on Rend Lake offers excellent opportunities to enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, and watching wildlife. The 19,000 acres of water and the 20,000 acres of public lands at Rend Lake provide the perfect setting for your outdoor activities. The Rend Lake Bike Trail offers opportunities for biking and hiking. South Marcum Day Use area offers 1 group shelter with electricity. Other amenities include a boat ramp, playground, and numerous individual picnic sites with picnic tables and grills. Golf, trap shooting, and sporting clays are available within minutes of the day use area. Boat rentals are available at the Rend Lake Marina and Rend Lake Resort. Other activities include the Rend Lake Visitor Center, Ranger-led programs, educational programs, environmental education, Rend Lake Wildlife Refuge, picnic areas, and water sports. Hunting is a large attraction to Rend Lake with its many acres of huntable government property adjacent to the parks. Auto touring and "Watchable Wildlife" viewing opportunities abound at the lake. Rend Lake is one of the best areas in the state for birding. Horseback riding and trail rides are available at the Wayne Fitzgerrel State Park. For specific area information, visit the Rend Lake homepage:
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Services & Amenities
| Within Facility |
- Accessible Boat Ramp
- Accessible Restroom
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Comfort Station
- Courtesy Dock
- Dumpster
- Grills
- Nature Trails
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- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Pit Restroom
- Pit Toilet
- Playground
- Potable Water
- Trails, Bicycle
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| Within 10 Miles |
- Boat Rental
- Camping
- Fishing Supplies
- Gas And Propane
- Grocery
- Guide Service
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- Laundry
- Programs
- Public Marina
- Swimming - Beach
- Visitors Center
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Fees
Peak Season
Apr 01 2010 -
Oct 31 2010 |
GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$25.00 |
Peak Season
Apr 01 2011 -
Oct 30 2011 |
GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$25.00 |
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Alerts and Important Information
This campground is currently not accepting reservations for the 2010 recreation season due to scheduled construction and renovations. Please check reservation website for bulletins updating campground status.
Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance.
The area is open April through October and group shelter is $25.
Vehicular access on the sidewalks to the picnic shelters are limited to loading and unloading only. No off-road vehicle use without prior approval.
Campground Contact Information
Open From: Jun 16 2010 to Jun 14 2011
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations:
South Marcum Day Use
Campground Phone: 618-724-2493
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
Belleville,
IL
618-724-2493
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More About South Marcum Day Use Campground
South Marcum Day Use is a campground located in Belleville, Illinois. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -88.93611 latitude, and -88.93611 longitude into your GPS device.
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