Campground · near Benton, IL · I-57 exit 77
Gun Creek
Gun Creek is a campground with an RV dump station near Benton, IL, about 0.7 miles from I-57 exit 77. We do not have a confirmed fee for it yet. Fresh water is available.
Dump station details
- Type
- Campground
- Highway
- Interstate 57 exit 77
- Fee
- Fee unknown
- Fresh water
- Available
- Operator
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Address
- Illinois Route 154, Benton, IL 62897
- Location
- near Benton, IL (Franklin County)
- GPS
- 38.07861, -88.93028
- Website
- recreation.gov
- Phone
- 618-724-2493
The campground offers a dump station, hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking water to provide a comfortable camping experience for guests.
Hours, fees and seasonal closures change. If you're going out of your way, call ahead or check the operator's website first. Not sure what to expect? See what RV dump stations typically cost. Something wrong? Report a change.
Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Checked November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the dump station at Gun Creek free?
We have not confirmed the fee yet. Truck stops and campgrounds often charge non-customers, so call ahead. The nearest station confirmed as free is Makanda RV Dump Station (Beaver Ln), about 35 miles away.
Can I fill fresh water at Gun Creek?
Yes, potable water is listed as available. Use a separate hose for fresh water, never the rinse hose.
What exit is Gun Creek near?
It is about 0.7 miles from I-57 exit 77, at Illinois Route 154 near Benton, IL.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Marcum Campground | Near Benton, IL | 3 mi | Campground | Fee unknown | Yes |
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| Sesser RV Dump Station (N Sandusky Creek Dr) | Near Sesser, IL | 3 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
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