Oblong hooks RV campers with its legendary Apple Festival and quiet lakeside escapes along the Little Wabash River. Pitch your tent or rig at Crawford County Fairgrounds or Oblong Park and Lake, both packed with essential hookups. Stay here to savor small-town parades on Main Street and fresh orchard pies just minutes away.
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Oblong buzzes each September with the Apple Festival, where crowds line Main Street for parades, live music, and cider from local orchards. Crawford County Fairgrounds hosts summer rodeos, tractor pulls, and livestock shows that draw folks from across southern Illinois. Route 33 slices through town, linking you to farmlands and the Embarras River for fishing spots.
Crawford County Fairgrounds pulls in event chasers; electric hookups and a dump station keep you powered amid the fairground fun. Oblong Park and Lake fits lake lovers perfectly; 30-amp sites, showers, and a dump station sit right by the water for family swims and lazy afternoons. These spots serve as hubs for hunters, anglers, and festival fans exploring Crawford County's backroads.
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Oblong shines for its annual Apple Festival in September. Parades roll down Main Street, vendors hawk fresh cider and pies from local orchards, and live music fills the air. Thousands flock here yearly to celebrate Crawford County's farming heritage with tractor pulls and apple-themed contests.
Find two solid options: Crawford County Fairgrounds and Oblong Park and Lake. Crawford sits near Route 33 with electric hookups and a dump station, perfect for fair visitors. Oblong Park offers 30-amp sites, showers, and lake views just outside town.
Yes, Oblong Park and Lake provides 30-amp hookups. This amenity suits rigs needing solid power for air conditioning or appliances during hot Illinois summers. Pair it with showers and a dump station for comfortable extended stays.