You'll find Marcum Branch in Benton. It's a public boat ramp. It belongs to North Marcum Recreation Area. With 2 lanes, the line moves faster than at a single ramp. If it's full, Rend Lake (Downtown) in Benton is 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Benton, IL |
| Water | Marcum Branch |
| Park | North Marcum Recreation Area |
| Ramps | 2 launch lanes in the map data |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Marcum Branch is in Benton, Illinois. Open the map link to see where Marcum Branch sits on the shore.
Marcum Branch, in Benton.
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Kayaks are usually fine at Marcum Branch as long as trailers can still get through.
Fishing Attractor (Northwest) in Benton (under 1 mile), Fishing Attractor (Downtown) in Benton (under 1 mile) and Fishing Attractor (Downtown 2) in Benton (1 mile).
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