Illinois State Fair Campgrounds

Very good. It was not easy to find the office but very much enjoyed the grounds after we got settled.  

This is a nice place to stay in the off season. I would not want to be here if it was full because the sites are packed in like sardines. I don't think we'd have been able to put out our awning if someone had been next to us. That said, it was quiet and peaceful and plenty of space when we were here. The sites with full hookups are on the blacktop with no shade. Quite a number of folks were camping in that section. We chose a just water & electric site in the shade & had that whole gravel parking lot area to ourselves. It was near the bathhouse which could have used a good cleaning. There are dumpsters and a dumpstation available. They don't accept reservations but with hundreds of sites that is not an issue in the off season. We'd stay here again if in the area but not if there was a big event going on. From our children's perspective the only thing that would have made it better would be a playground.

Verizon Inseego 5G mifi w/Weeboost =  3-4 bars 4G / Verizon on iPhone 12 =  3-4 bars LTE. No issues working remotely here. Unfortunately, no gender neutral restrooms.

Tons of spots (300ish) they don’t take reservations, but check to make sure they’re open if it’s after August. Excellent power and water hook ups. 4 stars because Women’s showers are rough - the shower heads are messed up and they are not clean. Lots of room in the stalls though if someone wanted to bring in a scrub brush and some bleach every one and a while. Otherwise this is great for staying and site seeing the historic town. Nice camp hosts too! 

A little difficult to locate the camping area, but it was well worth the trouble. Try to stay away from when events are going on if possible, no credit cards, checks or cash only. Took some doing, but I was able to level myself. Decent amount of space  between RV sites, I’d rather have more though. I stayed in Site 2 which was right by the office. Will stay again on my return trip if it’s near enough.

This is a large RV Park in the Fairgrounds.  They have a variety of sites, including some 50A full hookup sites (we chose one).  Know they are asphalt sites off asphalt access roads, and not particularly level (I used a small lumber yard to level my coach). Also know the sites are narrow (14’ in width - you will be slide out to slide out with your neighbors.  The hookups are at the rear of the back-in spots - they are modern, and functioned properly (the sewer is slightly uphill).  Plenty of OTA stations, a big sky for satellite, and the Verizon cell service was good.  Their included WiFi was also good almost always providing a signal that was useful.  Close to everything Lincoln, for $20 per night - this is a good value.

Their site said no reservations, and I checked out the dates for the State Fair. Thought we were good. We arrived and found out during the entire month of August you need to make reservations.  However, since we there Aug 1-4, they were not full and he let us stay.  Had full hookups and wi-fi.  Did not use restrooms.  It is a parking lot, but cheap and great for visiting Springfield and the Lincoln Museum.

Nice but crowded campground. We didn’t know they were having motorcycle races the weekend we stopped over. There were over 300 RVs. They were parked so tightly you couldn’t put out your awning. We got the last FHU site w/ 50amp service. All this being said, it was a nice place to stay. Would camp here again if we’re in the area. WARNING. All hookups are behind the rigs. You’ll need at least 50’ of water hose and 35’ of sewer hose. We had 25’ of sewer hose and had to go buy another 10’. We’re in a 41’ 5th wheel. I give it 3.5 stars.

Seemed nice but was closed due to covid

Grassy area, $20 , restrooms in need of repairs and cleaning, but it was alright.
 

We were just passing through Springfield and needed a place for the night.  This place was great!  30 and 50 amp.  Some sites had full hookup; others water and elec only.  300 sites to choose from.  Very neat and quiet in September but I bet it's crazy during state fair.  Highly recommend.

Parking lot camping at its finest. $20. 50 amp & water. Sites with full hook ups on a slope.  Close to all the Lincoln historical sights. A "million" sites. I bet this place is wild during state fair. Dump Station tight loop to get to for a big rig.

Needed a place to plug in for the night. Off season electric on(water off til 4/1). Peak season has some sewer sites. Dump station available. Restrooms open year round. Safe. Security very nice and helpful. Would stay again. 

Park is conveniently located within a few miles of the Lincoln Museum. Camp host could not be more friendly and helpful. Price with senior discount  $20/night. Mix of 30/50 amp W & E, some with sewer  (sewer connections will require hose extensions), dump station is available. Satellite friendly and good WiFi. Sites are easily accessible but very tight.  

This is one of the better fairgrounds we've stayed at. We camped in a a 34' motorhome and would stay again. 

Just needed an overnight stop and this was ideal. Sites are varied and you have a a choice of grass or pavement. Many sites available, restroom were ok and hookups were good. Very quite. We would definitely stay here again, oh so much better than Wal-Mart. Price much better than most at $20/nite.

We stayed overnight ... had great setup
Very convenient to downtown but safe and clean.
Shower house was clean and showers w/ hot water
All we needed and only $20 for full hookups.

 Well maintained grounds. Very nice hosts and security patrols.  Level sites.  50amp sites are in a parking lot. 30amp are in a grassy area.  Tight sites.  Restrooms were filthy, not cleaned once in the five nites we stayed here (and not likely cleaned in the 5 months prior to our stay). Surprising that the State would allow such a mess.

Stayed here 9/ 24 - 9/27/2015. Nice camping area with very nice and friendly people. Campground host went out of their way to make see that we had ice and trash can nearby. Security patroled on a regular basis.  Felt welcome and very safe. Had full hookups. Will definitely stay here again