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Benton KOA
Overview
The Benton KOA Journey serves as a peaceful retreat situated in the heart of Southern Illinois. Known for its accessibility and friendly atmosphere, this campground offers a reliable landing spot for travelers navigating the Interstate 57 corridor. Whether you are passing through on a long-haul journey or looking for a base to explore the local recreation areas, the park provides a well-maintained environment that balances convenience with the quiet beauty of the rural Midwest.
Location & Surroundings
Positioned just off the highway in Benton, Illinois, the park is surrounded by the lush landscapes typical of the region. Despite its proximity to major transit routes, the park maintains a serene and quiet atmosphere that feels worlds away from the noise. The surrounding area is characterized by rolling fields and dense woodlands, providing a scenic backdrop for evening walks or morning coffee. Its central location makes it an ideal waypoint for those traveling between major cities and regional parks.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is equipped with features designed for comfort and ease of use. Guests can enjoy spacious pull-through sites that accommodate even the largest big rigs with full hookup options. On-site recreation and features include:
- A seasonal outdoor swimming pool for summer cooling.
- A dedicated KampK9 dog park for four-legged travelers to stretch their legs.
- A scenic fishing pond that requires no license for guest use.
Essential facilities like high-speed Wi-Fi and clean laundry facilities ensure that every practical need is met during your stay, while the park store provides convenient access to firewood and propane.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The crown jewel of the area is Rend Lake, located just a short drive from the campground. This massive reservoir offers world-class fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities, along with scenic hiking trails and a championship golf course. History buffs will appreciate the Franklin County Garage Museum, while local diners in downtown Benton offer a taste of regional hospitality. The nearby Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area provides additional space for wildlife viewing and outdoor exploration.
Who This Park Is Best For
This KOA is an excellent choice for cross-country road trippers looking for a high-quality, dependable stopover with easy highway access. It is also a fantastic fit for families who appreciate on-site activities like the playground and pool to keep children entertained. Boaters and anglers visiting Rend Lake will find it a convenient home base for their aquatic adventures. Overall, it appeals to RVers who value a clean, professional, and quiet camping experience in a strategic location.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Alexa Ashmore
Nice staff. Campsite highway noise is extremely loud if you are on the highway side. We had a sound machine and it did nothing to block the noise, but only passed through for a one night stay.
Levaris Brown
As a First time camper they made my experience great. I have been wanting a Camper for a very long time I work for the Rail Road and got tired of the Hotel rooms. For the first time in 24 years of working and traveling I felt like I was home away from home. They was very helpful and made my stay there very good and was so helpful with telling ne things about my new Camper that I didn't even know. I mean her husband guided me to help me back it up in a spot. Thanks KoA of Benton ills.
John Atchley
We got in around 11pm last night and were met by a worker who immediately helped us get the after hours check in filled out…. And then courteously guided us to our site and talked us through the amenities. Very appreciative of the kind help. The campsite/rv site is very nice. Little patio. Very clean. Only drawback would be that it is right on the interstate… so lots of vehicle noise/some sores are a little bit too close for my comfort…. But that is part of “just off the route” camping…. I will definitely be staying again. (Only about a mile off of I57… not hard to get to at all).
Lori Ratcliff
The staff are friendly and helpful, the site is level and it has all the hook-ups needed, but for $65 I expected nicer restrooms. That's the only reason I took off 2 stars. We stayed on the pond side in order to be away from highway noise, which costs more, but the restrooms and shower are way more rustic than I expected.
Jessie Goines
I was quite amazed by how beautiful it was even though it's relatively close to the interstate. It was rather quiet, and the view around the pond area is gorgeous. This time of year. Being located rather close to the interstate makes it really quite convenient, especially when you consider it's relatively close proximity to three neighboring states, (1hr from Kentucky Missouri, and Indiana), and of course all the amazing wineries and boating/fishing /swimming out at rend lake, which is located right here, no more than just a few miles away at most! St. Louis is less than two hours away, via I-64 in Mt Vernon, Illinois, (30 minutes North up I-57 or North up highway 37)
Mitch Hagee
One of my favorites in Illinois. Stop there every time to and from Florida. They have a Barber shop in their camp store which is better than most others.
Rick Allgeier
What nice people to charge me the full amount when EF2 tornadoes are coming through.Hope my money fixes people who have no consideration for peoples safety
L Sch
Easy in out. Was a late check in but still greeted and escorted to our site which was extra long and accommodated our big rig. Only negative was the sweet gum tree balls right out our front door and close to the interstate. The side with the pond would be quieter. Will stay again and thank you for being there.
Heidi
This was a wonderful campground! Everyone who works there was so nice, and the sites were great! They were very large with a nice yard, and they were very level. We will definitely stop here again when we are in the area!
Laura Mckinney
Staff was awesome. Spent one night and it snowed overnight and staff came to our site and cleaned off our steps from the snow. Above and beyond staff normally would do. Thanks