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The Lake Benton can be found on the Rend Lake Dam USGS quad topo map. Lake Benton is a reservoir in Franklin County in the state of Illinois. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this reservoir are 38.0550, -88.9165 and the altitude is 433 feet (132 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Lake Benton should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Lake Benton are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Reservoir
Latitude: 38.0550
Longitude: -88.9165
Elevation: 433 ft (132 m)
Locator Map - Lake Benton
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Local Weather
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Sunday:
High: --°F - Low: 70°F
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Clear. Lows around 70. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
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Monday:
High: 96°F - Low: 70°F
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Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
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Tuesday:
High: 87°F - Low: 60°F
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Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 80s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
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Wednesday:
High: 81°F - Low: 60°F
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Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
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Thursday:
High: 76°F - Low: 56°F
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Showers and thunderstorms likely. Highs in the mid 70s. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.
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Friday:
High: 70°F - Low: 53°F
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Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers. Highs around 70.
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Saturday:
High: 77°F - Low: 56°F
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Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 70s. Lows in the mid 50s.
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Nearby Trails
Rend Lake Trail (Distance: 2.4 mi)
This trail meanders through wetlands, wooded areas, and a series of picnic spots and campgrounds on the west shore of the state’s second largest inland lake. Cyclists can double their mileage by takin...
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From the guidebook "Best Rail Trails Illinois"
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Benton, IL - Rail trails - length:8.1 mi
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Rend Lake Ramble (Distance: 2.5 mi)
Get to know Rend Lake and its environs on this ride that cuts through nearly all of the lake’s numerous recreation areas. About one-third of the ride follows paved bike trails near the shore of the la...
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From the guidebook "Road Biking Illinois"
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Rend Lake , IL - Road Biking - length:34.9 mi
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Rend Lake (Distance: 11.0 mi)
While walking the hot sandy, muddy flats adjacent to Rend Lake in extreme southern Illinois, we were immediately glad to have brought extra water, and to have worn hats. This is as close as I’ve ever ...
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From the guidebook "Birding Illinois"
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Mount Vernon, IL - Birding - length:unknown
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Lewis & Clark Trail: Hartford, Illinois to Marthasville, Missouri (Distance: 22.5 mi)
This eTrail covers one complete segment of the Lewis and Clark Trail written for road bikers. It contains an overview of the segment with all the major attractions along the route including parks, his...
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From the guidebook "Bicycling the Lewis & Clark Trail"
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Hartford, IL - Road Biking - length:89.5 mi
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Nearby Hotels
Days Inn Benton (Distance: 4 mi)
Benton Days Inn is ideally located to shopping, arts, crafts, and many local businesses. We are just 7 miles from Rend Lake (20,000 sq. mi.) and halfway between Marion & Mt. Vernon on I-57. We are jus...
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711 West Main St.
Benton, IL 62812
Price from: $80
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Super 8 Benton/West City Area (Distance: 4 mi)
* The Super 8 of Benton is located in the county seat of Franklin County. We are close to many historical and recreational areas. The Du Quion Fairground, Rend Lake and the Fitzgerrell State Recreati...
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I-57, Exit 71
Benton, IL 62812
Price from: $65
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Americas Best Value Inn (Distance: 11 mi)
Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn of West Frankfort- Illinois located just off I-57 at Exit 65. We offer you a clean and friendly environment for your stay in West Frankfort. The inn is located r...
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1001 Factory Outlet Blvd
West Frankfort, IL 62896
Price from: $55
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Americas Best Inns-Mt. Vernon (Distance: 18 mi)
America's Best Inn and Suites have become known for comfort, value and the friendly attention of a welcoming staff that cares. At America's Best Inns and Suites, we keep your comfort in mind and offer...
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222 S. 44th St.
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Price from: $53
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Americas Best Value Inn (Distance: 18 mi)
Conveniently and centrally located the Americas Best Value Inn proves to be a great starting point for those visiting historic Mt. Vernon. Our property is a four story, exterior corridor facility with...
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405 South 44th Street
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Price from: $55
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