Public Campground
Dale Miller Youth
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The Dale Miller Youth Area is **currently undergoing renovations** which include the following: - The bunkbeds have been removed from the cabins to allow more space for air mattresses and other equipment. - The interior of the cabins have been painted. - The playground equipment received new kiddie cushion.
Dale Miller Youth Campground is located near Benton, IL, in the Rend Lake area. The terrain consists of flat, open spaces with nearby wooded areas. Campers can enjoy exploring Rend Lake, which offers fishing and boating opportunities, and visit the Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Description
Overview
Dale Miller Youth is located on the south-eastern shore of Rend Lake 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 Trailover 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
Dale Miller Youth Campground has five cabins with open floorplans to accomodate air mattresses or other sleeping equipment. There are also nine (9) RV campsites and several tent sites available, bringing the total capacity to 200 guests. A large enclosed picnic shelter with electricity, tables, a fireplace and grill is provided, along with a private beach, playground, baseball field, basketball court, and tennis court.
Natural Features
The fields, forests, and waters of Rend Lake provide a natural haven for wildlife and an outdoor wonderland for you. Woodland areas are made up of hickory, oak, and beautiful maples providing habitat to white-tail deer, turkeys, racoons, and many more native species. The shorelines are an excellent viewing area for waterfowl, shorebirds, and bank fishing the known crappie population.
Detours Nearby

North Sandusky Campground
8 min away

Touch of Nature Education Center
39 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 19 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 22 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 36 min from Evansville, IN
Location
Dale Miller Youth is located in Illinois
Directions
From I-57 take take exit 71 and turn west onto Route 14. After 3 miles turn right on Rend City Road, then right again on Main Dam Road. Continue 3 miles to the camp entrance on the left.
Address
11623 TRAILHEAD LANE
Benton, IL 62812
Coordinates
38.0352778 N
88.9425 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 12/11/25
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 12/11/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- 30 Amp Hookups


