North Marcum Day Use Area
North Marcum Day Use Area is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Illinois. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Illinois
- Coordinates
- 38.05244, -88.95160
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Archery, Biking, Birding, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Picnicking, Swimming, Water Access
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 618-724-2493
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About North Marcum Day Use Area
Overview North Marcum Day Use Area— the perfect place to enjoy a wide variety of activities, events, and nature at its best. Rend Lake is made up of 20,633 acres of water and 19,523 acres of land. Whether you're looking for high adventure, a peaceful retreat, or something in between, you'll find it here in the heart of Southern Illinois. Recreation Within the area, visitors can access the Rend Lake Bike Trail—over 20 miles of paved pathways that guide riders through scenic woodlands and across views of Rend Lake and the Big Muddy River. The area offers abundant opportunities for boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and general outdoor exploration. Additional recreation features around Rend Lake include an archery complex with a 3D trail and elevated shooting platform, a dog park with a swimming feature, and two public swimming beaches (including the pet-friendly North Marcum Beach). Facilities North Marcum Day Use Area features two large picnic shelters with tables, grills, and drinking water. The shelters can accommodate up to 75 guests each. Additionally, the area has a boat ramp, playground, swimming beach, and dock all within walking distance. The beach offers areas for swimmers and pet lovers alike. There is also a designated area that is dog friendly, allowing swimmers and their dogs to enjoy the beach together! Natural Features North Marcum Day Use Area sits along the banks of Rend Lake in the heart of Southern Illinois. Plenty of shade and a swimming b
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Ameren Illinois · 21 mi
- Low clearances
- 2 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spillway Group Area | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.0 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| South Marcum Day Use | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.2 mi | — | No hookups |
| Dale Miller Youth | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.3 mi | — | Electric |
| Buck Ridge | Private campground | 1.3 mi | — | — |
| Covery Point | Private campground | 1.3 mi | — | — |
| South Marcum Campground | Private campground | 1.3 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.