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Big River State Forest is a multi-use outdoor recreational area near Oquawka that is used for timber resource education and supply. The forest was first established in 1925, although land acquisitions since then have increased its size substantially. In the past, there were stands of hardwood trees, but these have been cultivated and replaced with the much quicker growing pine species; part of the reason for this was to demonstrate how pine trees are much more commercially successful. As a result, many nearby landowners have followed suit and created pine tree farms that have achieved similar results.
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Getting Outdoors
The park has several roads that pass through its borders, making a relaxing self-guided auto tour of the park possible. One of the roads passes near Campbell Slough; you can park your Oquawka camper rental here and attempt to catch a glimpse of the bird species that migrate through the area, such as the Canada goose, green-winged teals, and wood ducks. Campbell Slough and Putney's Landing are good destinations for enjoying a picnic lunch. Both of these areas have picnic tables, stoves, and drinking water, as well as shelters.
Camping at Big River State Forest
Book an RV rental near Oquakwa Township and you can explore Big River State Forest and the surrounding area to your heart's content. Shady Park Campground is located within the forest; it has restrooms and a dump station, a volleyball and a basketball court, and a beach along the Mississippi River where you can swim. A few of the individual campsites can be reserved, and some are allocated for tent camping.
Exploring the Area
While you're renting an RV near Big River State Forest, you should check out some of the other local towns and cities. Galesburg is a small community with museums and important landmarks. One of the museums is focused on children's learning, specifically in arts and in science; it has interactive exhibits that are engaging and fun. Another museum covers the local history of trains and has an actual steam engine that you can enter and explore. If you want to get some shopping in, there is an antique store you can browse through and a vendor that sells stained glass from a working studio; you can even take classes and learn to make your own stained glass projects. If the day is getting long and hunger sets in, Galesburg is still the place to be with a long list of restaurants that includes pub restaurants, Mexican food, pizzerias and steakhouses, and more.
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Recent RV rental reviews in Big River State Forest
Joe R.
October, 2024
First time using an RV/trailer of any sort. The process was super easy and communication was great! Thank you!
Tara J.
September, 2024
Ashlyn was wonderful to work with. She was very quick to respond and the camper was just as described and very clean. We would definitely rent the camper from her again when we come back out to IA/IL.
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