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Benton Municipal Airport

1 Airport Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3526

FAA ID: H96

Mt Vernon Outland Airport

100 Aviation Dr
Mt Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 242-7016

“The Mt. Vernon Airport Authority is chartered to facilitate aviation and in the process we will strive to become the best economic engine possible for the local community we so proudly serve.” Mt. Vernon Outland Airport (MVN) serves the businesses and residents of Jefferson and neighboring Counties. The airport’s modern infrastructure, highlighted by an Instrument Landing System equipped 6500’ by 150’ main runway, makes it an ideal location for numerous aeronautical activities. Cargo, corporate, charter, and recreational flying, as well as fixed wing and helicopter flight training, occurs daily at MVN. You can feel safe landing or locating at Mt. Vernon Outland Airport! MVN boasts a joint airport/city fire station as well as an Air-Evac Lifeteam “Super-Base”.

Domenicks Antiques

407 East Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 218-5833

Antiques, collectibles, furniture and more.

Mane Designs

122 West Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3108

flowers gifts and more

County Seat Antique Mall

303 Public Square
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9045

Edwards Antiques & Jewelry

504 Public Square
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-4550

Swank & Sassy Boutique

1540 North Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 927-7971

Come in and see us! Or message us, we ship out!

Sonnys Stink Bait Sohms Bait Shop

102 West Perishing St
Valier, IL 62891
(618) 663-9081

Black Dog Storage, Kayak Rentals & Convience Store

11381 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-9220

Lake Zone Bait & Tackle Shop

13277 Freeway Ln
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-4103

Du Quoin State Bank Benton Branch

201 South Park St (IL-148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618)-542-2111

Sponsor

State Bank of Whittington Sesser Branch

700 East Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-2424

with branches at Benton, Christopher & Whitington

First Financial Bank Benton Branch

400 Public Square (IL-14 & IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4341

Sponsor

Legence Bank Benton Branch

605 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6363

with branches at Mt Vernon and other area locations

Peoples National Bank

208 Public Square (IL-14 & IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-5680

Sponsor

State Bank of Whittington Benton Branch

200 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2411

with branches at Sesser, Christopher & Whitington

US Bank Benton Branch

701 Public Square (IL-14 & IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4381

Barber Shop 154 Hair Cuts & Shaves

115 East Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3107

Mane Hair and Beauty Lounge

123 West Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884

The Pin Up Salon

102 East Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62812
(618) 625-2100

Tangerine Twist

405 South Mason St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-5700

Armed Barbers

9911 River Bend Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(513) 327-8486

E Nails

601 West Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3311

Just Teezn

110 East Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4431

Salon Bliss

312 North McLeansboro St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-6086

Sandra’s Beauty Salon

1102 Public Square
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4922

Shear Cutz

100 North Central St Ste 4
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2889

Smart Style Salon at Walmart

919 Giacone Dr
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9437

Zook’s Barbershop and Family Hair Care

123 East Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(615) 843-5013

Wiggs Bicycle Shop

1103 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6712

AT&T

922 Giacone Dr
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 663-3688

Verizon

109 North Central St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-4100

St Joseph Catholic Church

506 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-9941

This is one of the many friendly churches ready to welcome visitors.

Emergency Call 911

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911

Franklin County Sheriff

403 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-8211

Sponsor

Franklin Hospital

201 Bailey Lane (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3161

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guidel page 47

Lake Zone Phillips 66

14711 IL-37
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2780

Casey’s General Store (Pizza & Subs)

202 South Park St (IL-148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3034

Benton Country Club

14783 IL-14
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-0921

US Army Corps Rend Lake North Sandusky Campground

8420 Loon Lane
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-6115

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

US Army Corps Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground

12165 Golf Course Drive
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2338

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

US Army Corps Rend Lake South Marcum Campground

11623 Trailhead Lane
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3549

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

Rend Lake Cabins in the Woods

1 Rend Lake Cabin Drive
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 927-0371

US Army Corps Rend Lake North Marcun Archery Complex

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 16.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Beaches at South Sandusky and Nortt Marcum

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 12.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Bike Trails Paved and Mountain

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 11.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Disc Golf

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 13.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Kayak Trails

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 14-15.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Visitor Center

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 8-9.

US Army Corps Rend Lake Wildlife Viewing

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 10.

Sponsor

Benton/ West City Area Chamber of Commerce

211 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2121

Dollar General Store

1005 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 467-8071

Dollar General Store

1642 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(224) 236-3270

Dollar General Store

215 Bailey Ln (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 937-8934

Dollar Tree Discount Store

7 Rend Lake Plaza
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 200-6045

Rural King

62 North Central St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4159

Benton Civic Center

414 West Hudelson St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-5700

Cafe Bloom, Tea Room, Boutique and Events

1104 Public Square (IL-14 & IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 702-5666

Twin Oaks

13448 Melody Ln
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6131

Benton Farmers Market

Benton Community Park Huddleson St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 218-7434

Farmerstead Foods Benton Market

12196 IL-37
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 218-4840

Seasonal Open/Close: Apr 1-Oct 31 / Plants, Produce, Baked Goods, & Crafts

Breezy Hill Farm

14421 Four Mile Lane
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 937-2884

Seasonal

Farmhouse Harvest Lavender Farm

6245 Izaac Walton Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 751-6402

Seasonal

Extreme Exigency

9911 River Bend Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 629-3422

US Army Corps Rend Lake

11981 Rend City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 724-2493

Curves Health Club

201 Public Square (IL 14 & IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-0222

Rend Lake Fitness

1202 Blakely St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 927-1737

Stark Total Fitness & Tan

1 Rend Lake Plaza
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3124

Casey’s General Store (Pizza & Subs)

710 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9188

Casey’s General Store (Pizza & Subs)

1003 West Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-6218

Huck’s

1200 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-0101

Mach 1 Gas & Convenience Store

709 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 663-4894

Murphy USA (Walmart)

917 Giacone Dr
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-7308

Phillips 66 & Circle K

224 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3647

Phillips 66 & Circle K

920 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-2223

Farm Fresh Food Store

316 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4003

Sav-A-Lot Groceries

309 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4207

Immediate Dry Cleaners

301 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-0211

Mary’s Coin Laundry

604 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-6103

Benton Public Library

502 S Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7511

Whittington Woods Campground

14297 IL-37
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 435-3401

Benton KOA Journey

1500 North Du Quoin St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-4860

Benton Motel

407 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3105

Country Garden & Suites

711 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-8205

Gray Plaza

706 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3113

Camp Manitowa

12770 North Benton Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(314) 375-6766

1910 Franklin County Garage & Auto Museum

211 North Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2121

1905 Old Franklin County Jail Museum

209 West Main St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-5777

K & M Liquors

1526 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-0171

Roll N Up Smoke Shop & Liquor

707 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6761

Pawn Shops

511 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9720

CVS Pharmacy

705 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6356

Kimmel-Chaplain Pharmacy

315 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2822

Changing Seasons Ace Hardware

11230 IL-37
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-2101

I 57 Drag Strip

6112 Hill City Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6039

Spider House Disc Golf

218 Mcleansboro St
Benton, IL 62812
(312) 544-9018

Arby’s

615 West Main St (IL-14
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-8183

The Buzz

601 Public Square (IL-37 & IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-2899

Cozy Table

1514 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3081

Dairy Queen & Party Rooms

1218 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3378

Domino’s

321 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9200

Hardee’s

629 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3286

Jack Russell Fish Co

106 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-FISH

Joe’s Pizza & Pasta

117 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-0563

Kentucky Fried Chicken • Taco Bell

634 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-7355

La Fiesta

110 Jackson St
Benton, IL 62812
618) 435-2888

Mr D’s Drive-In

219 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9647

Peking Buffet

1207 Public Square (IL-37 & IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6868

Pizza Hut

639 West Main St (IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-6359

Pop’s BBQ

322 North Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7000

Scooters Coffee DriveThrough

West Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812

Seasonings Bistro

506 Public Square (IL-37 & IL-14)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3003

SI Pho Vietnamese cuisine

601 West Main st (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 663-3622

Tequila’s

721 West Washington St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3112

618 Fix My RV

3757 IL-148
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 349-6978

All Stars-N-Stitches

418 East Main St (IL-34)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-5555

Hibbett Sports

11 North Rend Lake Plaza
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-4859

Benton West City Taxi

1106 Licklighter St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-1948

American Legion

311 South Main St (IL-37)
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-0861

Fraternal Order of the Eagles

201 East Washington
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9007

Elks Lodge # 1234

167 Industrial Park Rd
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-3557

Benton Community Park

600 South DuQuoin St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 927-8235

Drakes Jewelry

Jewelry

Sponsor

Sesser Area Chamber of Commerce

124 West Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-5566

Eternal Friends of Christ

8439 IL-154
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-2400

Hazel Dell Free Will Baptist Church

14897 North Rend City Rd
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-5800

This is one of the many friendly churches ready to welcome visitors.

Sesser First United Methodist Church

108 East Matthew St
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3031

This is one of the many friendly churches ready to welcome visitors.

Immanuel

516 N Main St
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 439-3513

This is one of the many friendly churches ready to welcome visitors.

D G Market / Dollar General Store

811 East Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(224) 788-0988

Sponsor

Walmart Supercenter

919 Giacone Dr
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-9453

Brewed on Broadway & Gualdoni Event Center

102 West Franklin Ave (IL- 154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625 7100

Jim & Carleen’s Produce Stand

303 West Nettie St
Sesser, IL 62884

Seasonal Open/Close: Apr 1-Oct 31 Plants & Produce

Vercellino’s Pumpkins & Mums

12549 Almond Rd
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 927-6140/(618)

This lovely seasonal country store sells local honey, home- made jams and jellies, gour- met coffees, craft items and more. Call to check for open dates and hours. Only 7 miles southwest of Rend Lake.

Newman’s Gun Club

5704 Valier Rd
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 927-1991

3rd Monkey Tactical

5996 Valier Lake Rd
Valier, IL 62891
(618) 445-1881/(618)

Todd Manker owner

Wayne Fitzgerrell Illinois State Park Campgrounds

11094 Ranger Rd
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2320

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 17

La Femme Fitness

104 East Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3525

Rend Lake Marina

8955 West Dam Ln
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 724-7651

https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/rend-lake-marina-1/

Sponsor

Rend Lake Golf Complex

12476 Golf Course Dr
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2353

See 2023 Rend Lake Visit Guide page 36.

Sesser Foodland

401 South Main St (IL-148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-5008

Load Em Up Laundromat

101 North Park St (IL 148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 218-9033

Coy & Wilma’s Campground

14387 North Rend City Rd
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 310-3440

Old Bates Campground

5272 Peach Orchard Rd
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-6250

Squirrels Nest Campground

14759 North Rend City Rd
Sesser, IL 62884

Wayne Fitzgerrell Illinois State Park

11094 Ranger Rd
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2320

Sesser City Park

Illinois Hwy 148
Sesser, IL 62884

aka Miners Memorial Park

Mid Town Packaged Liquor

201 North Park St (IL-148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-2596

Anchor Grille

501 East Franklin Ave (IL-154 )
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-7100

Anchor Deli & Catering

109 South Park St (IL-148)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-8081

Bagels & Brews

102 North Park St (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 513-1303

Debra K’s Catering /Pickup

109 West Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625 2384

Double R Bar & Grill

214 West Franklin Ave
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-6754

Home Run Grille and Pizza Delivery

808 South Park St
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-7171

Iron Horse Tavern Pub & Grub

203 East Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-5310

Stringer and Moore LLC

13017 IL-148
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3474

The Custard Stand

101 South Park St (IL-148 & 154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-7129

The Mill Bar & Grill

702 West Yung St
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-7300

Tropical Sno

309 West Franklin Ave (IL- 154)
Sesser, IL 62884

VFW Sesser Post 4753

302 Coal St
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-9959

US Army Corps Rend Lake South Sandusky Campground

7280 Red Oak Lane
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-3011

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

US Army Corps Rend Lake Dale Miller Group Campground

South Marcum
Benton, IL 62812

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

US Army Corps Rend Lake Shagbark Group Campground

North Sandusky
Sesser, IL 62884

Camping Reservations (877) 444-6777 / See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide Pages 6-7

SureStay by Best Western at Rend Lake

13277 Freeway Ln (IL-154 & IL-37)
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 200-4116

See 2023 Rend Lake Visitor Guide p 22 & 37.

Sponsor

Seasons Lodge & Condos/Buck & Bass Cabins Rend Lake

12476 Golf Course Dr
Whittington, IL 62897
(618) 629-2600

(618) 629-2600 (Lodging & Golf Packages) (800) 629-2353 (Tee Times)

Sunmart

203 West Franklin Ave (IL-154)
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-5858

Sesser Medi Center Pharmacy

6294 IL-154
Sesser, IL 62884
(618) 625-8400