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Benton KOA

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Benton KOA, near Benton, Illinois, is a convenient spot for those looking to take a break while traveling or enjoy a quick getaway. This campground offers a mix of tent sites, RV accommodations, and even cabins, making it suitable for various camping styles.

The campground features a nice pond that adds a touch of nature to your stay, and many visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds. Clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, help ensure a comfortable experience. One camper noted, “The place is cute and well maintained,” which reflects the overall vibe here.

For those just passing through, Benton KOA is right off the interstate, making it easy to access. While some campers mentioned noise from nearby traffic, others found the location safe and clean, perfect for a quick stop. Plus, there’s a small camp store on-site for any essentials you might need.

If you’re up for a little adventure, there are dining options nearby, including a highly-rated Mexican restaurant that campers have enjoyed. Whether you're just stopping for the night or planning a longer stay, Benton KOA has the basics covered for a pleasant camping experience.

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Location

Benton KOA is located in Illinois

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Directions

From jct I-57 (exit 71) & Hwy 14: Go 1/2 mi E on Hwy 14, then 1-1/4 mi N on DuQuoin St

Address

1500 North DuQuoin Street
Benton, IL 62812

Coordinates

38.01268549 N
88.92914 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed May. 30, 2024

Loud

1 side is directly on the freeway VERY loud, the other is in between the sewer treatment plant and municipal airport. If you're a light sleeper might want to stay away Full video review on YouTube https://youtu.be/QpuNpA7UVZI

Siteno idea
Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2023

Good experience

T-Mobile worked well- issues connecting to site Wi-Fi- staff pleasant- clean- didn’t use showers- small camp store available

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Benton KOA by Karen , August 23, 2023
  • Review photo of Benton KOA by Karen , August 23, 2023
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2023

Koa

I was able to stay in a pull through with a really good rate being that it was the off season just call and ask for Karen.. Really GOOD ppl BTW they are very religious so be respectful

Sitepull through 24
Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Sep. 29, 2022

Just passing through

We’re just passing through so only staying one night but the place is cute and we’ll maintained as far as I can tell. We did come in around 8:30pm and it was a little difficult to see site markers but the hosts left us an envelope with a map along with their notes and drawings to get to the site so it was fine.

Site73
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2022

Tale of 1 campground 2 different views

OK we are here for 2 days. After the first night this mat have gotten a 2 if I was in a Generous mood. This side traffic noise, a little run down. Out campsite was not even a hundred yards off I57, thought all night one of those trucks would come into the campsite if they went off the road.

We did find a great Mexican restaurant just down the road with great food, cheap and good Marguerites and that was the saving grace.

There us another portion of this campground across the road you come in on. This morning thought as u was taking photos and videos I would walk over. I do have to say it is a totally different area. Quiet newer, some money spent on that side. A pond nice sites even pull through and tent sites. My thought was how much more do I have to pay to get on that side. Did I mention quiet you hardly heard I57.

I am torn if that is the place we stayed it would be toward a 4 in stars.

Internet on this side is non existent and I only have 1 or 2 bars on Verizon. On the other side I did see a few internet towers so they do boost over there wonder if the internet is better there.

Anyway choose 3 stars as it s one campground but 2 different views.

Site18
Month of VisitJuly
  • this is the noisy side see if you can hear the highway
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  • the other side of the road totally different camping experience
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  • Review photo of Benton KOA by Mary T., July 15, 2022
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Reviewed May. 1, 2022

Great In/Out Campground

Stayed here for a night.  Got in after dark, left before sunrise.  So not a ton of "experience" at this campground.  

But right off the interstate, and safe/clean/easy.  So good stay.

Reviewed Apr. 11, 2022

Nice Overnight

We did an overnight in this KOA on our way to Tennessee, the rates are decent and I needed full hook ups to finish de-winterizing the camper. Small place, but has a very nice pond side of the campground that would be great for a longer stay.

Site7
Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

Good place for a quick stop

Not a bad place for a stop between destinations or a couple days at the lake would be fine. Roads and sites were well maintained. The dog park gets muddy quick, it’s mostly moss and dirt. It’s close to the Interstate; we’d stay there again.

Reviewed Jun. 15, 2020

Ugh 😳

The site was okay. Yes it over looks a pond. Yes it was pull thru. Upon check-in our on-line reservation was confused. We were told there's a kitchen, you can't order anymore we're really backed up....but here's some pizza places that deliver. For a short time we had quiet. There's wifi....Good luck getting and staying connected. If you plan for a good nights rest, you better keep your windows closed, bring ear plugs, and plan for cover noise. I-57 provides plenty of traffic noise and when you can't hear that, the 3 trains between 1am and 6am blowing their whistle for what seems like 2 miles should keep you wide eyed. I would like to say for an over night it was okay, but with a long drive ahead a good night sleep was much needed. Should have stayed on the road. All for the low low price of $56 night.

Reviewed May. 8, 2020

Benton KOA

Quick and close to Benton. Has a decent pond with catfish and bass. Usual fare for a KOA. Beautiful Trees and shrubs. Impressive stand of bamboo with secret grove. Definitely a family spot.

Reviewed Oct. 17, 2018

Lots of room

This is not a typical KOA. The spaces were large and roomy. Showers and bathroom were very nice, too. We didn’t use any of the other amenities because we were just passing through.

Reviewed Aug. 15, 2018

Conveniently located.

Very convenient off the interstate, but also noisy due to the interstate being right there. Small park, quite a few permanent residents. This was a simple stop over for us, but it served the purpose.

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Benton KOA have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Benton KOA has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Benton KOA?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Benton KOA, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Benton KOA have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Benton KOA does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Benton KOA?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is good.