Benton KOA

  • 1500 North DuQuoin Street
  • Benton, IL 62812
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Benton KOA

1500 North DuQuoin Street
Benton,  IL 62812
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Benton KOA

1500 North DuQuoin Street
Benton,  IL 62812
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Walter and Karen Freeman

"The ability to meet, interact and have fun with our campers, is what it's all about!"

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Our park is located just 2 easy miles from the 19,000 acre Rend Lake (named as the 7th Wonder of Illinois) - with an abundance of recreational activities for people of all ages.

With extra-long and wide pull through RV sites, plus easy on and off the highway; a stay at this KOA is all about convenience. We are just 1 ½ miles off the highway, so if you don't feel like cooking once you get here, there are plenty of places to eat, ranging from independent local restaurants to major fast food chains. Or, settle in and have fresh hot food from the snack shack delivered directly to your site. If you are looking for new things to do, we can give you plenty of ideas and choices.

Our park is located just 2 easy miles from the 19,000 acre Rend Lake (named as the 7th Wonder of Illinois) - with an abundance of recreational activities for people of all ages from boating and beaches, to wildlife demos at the visitor's center. Our area of southern Illinois is known for great fishing, hunting, boating and bird watching opportunities. If golf is your game, try one of the local courses. Their range in skill levels will challenge anyone from beginners to advanced players.

But wait, there's more! The choices do not stop here. Within minutes, you can be at one of several antique stores at the town square, tour our historic jail museum, or shop at the Artisans Shop and Art Gallery that include more than 25 categories of arts and crafts representing the work of Illinois' finest artisans, all available for purchase. A short 15-20 minute drive from our park and you can watch minor league baseball being played in a new stadium that is home to southern Illinois' newest team, "The Miners". Attend an event at the DuQuoin State Fair grounds, or go ATV-ing at Little Egypt Public OHV Recreational Area.

Still need more? For day trips, drive down to the Shawnee National Forest and hike at the Garden of the Gods for views you will never forget. Spend a day sampling the local wines or finding a special antique as you follow the Southern Illinois Antique Trail.

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Both Walter and Karen Freeman were looking for a change when a downturned economy provided an opportunity to do something different. Love of the camping lifestyle and enjoying the outdoors, made purchasing a campground seem to be the perfect fit. "When we camped we met a lot of owners and felt this was a nice way to make a living, we liked the atmosphere that we found in the KOA's, so in 2010 they purchased the Benton KOA,” said Walter.

Walter worked for Trane Air Conditioning and Karen ran her own business as a Cosmetologist. “I always envied Karen because she was able to be her own boss and was free to work with many different people, now we both can enjoy the lifestyle” says Walter.

“The ability to meet, interact and have fun with our campers, is what it's all about! RVers are the greatest people to work with!"

They are constantly working to improve their accommodations and service offerings to keep guests returning for more and promise that you will be treated like family every time you visit.

The park is primarily an overnight campground, but the amenities for staying longer are available. "People come and stay a night or two. But we love to see people staying longer for a quick vacation or visiting relatives is always nice," added Karen. She says the area is beautiful. "We love the spring and the fall - it's relaxed and things seem restful," said Karen.

The couple loves meeting new people and they take into consideration every complaint and compliment. "Trying to break the ice with guests is fun and it gives us a chance to get to know them. Everyone puts on their best smile and truly enjoys their surroundings," said Karen. The couple knows what it is like to be on the receiving end of a campground and they stress that "things that are important to customers are important to us." Karen said making her guests feel like family is their goal. We believe in the Golden Rule and we treat our customers like family and make their stay trouble-free and enjoyable," says Walter. “A successful business is built on happy customers”

When they’re not working, you'll find Walter and Karen in a boat enjoying the water, chasing that Big Cat.

Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 98' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Pool (Open May 15 to Sep 15)
  • Snack Bar ($)
  • Propane ($)
  • Fishing
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
  • Convenience Store
  • Eat from the Snack Bar
  • Fish in our Catch and Release pond with its park like setting (no charge)
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Dump Station
  • Families
  • K9 Park
  • Long RV sites
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Local Attractions

Antiques - Southern Illinois Illinois has many wonderful antique shops! You’ll enjoy the "treasure hunt" as you search for antiques and collectibles.

Artisans Shops and Art Gallery The Southern Illinois Art & Artisans Center is a site of the Illinois State Museum. This expansive 15,000 square foot facility houses the Artisans Shop and the Southern Illinois Art Gallery where many arts and craft traditions are showcased.

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail wineries are located in Jackson and Union Counties in southern Illinois. All eight award-winning wineries are just a few minutes from each other. Enjoy eight unique and different wineries on a day trip or spread out over a long weekend. Seven of the wineries offer picnic areas for you to bring along picnic baskets and enjoy your lunch or snacks with an award-winning southern Illinois wine.

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