Springfield KOA

The Great Outdoors

There are several lakes worth visiting during your visit with an RV rental near Springfield, and one of the most popular is located at Lake Sangchris State Park. This 3,000-acre park consists of oak and maple forest surrounding the vein-like Lake Sangchris. Lake Sangchris is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, and popular activities include swimming, boating, and fishing. Anglers will have a ball at this lake, with catches including bass, crappie, and catfish. The eastern and western shores of the lake provide easy access for boats thanks to the many boat launches. There are also 20 miles of hiking trails which run through the wooded areas, where hikers can enjoy seeing the many songbirds and wildflowers that inhabit this park.Springfield campers looking to experience some of the area's history should plan a visit to Lincoln's New Salem. This 700-acre historic site features New Salem, a recreation of the 1800's village where Abraham Lincoln spent some of his life as a young adult. Visitors can take a guided tour of the village and see some fo the store's managed by Lincoln and some of the places he used to frequent. Once you've learned about the history of the area, feel to enjoy the six miles of walking trails or bring along a picnic and have lunch at the pavilion.Exploring downtown Springfield can be daunting for anybody who doesn't like big crowds. If you're looking for some relaxation near the center of the city, consider visiting Southwind Park. This 80-acre park features a variety of activities. Anglers will enjoy the fishing piers at Roland Lake, with catches that include crappie, catfish, and bass. The park contains some unique features too, such as the five sensory gardens, including a white grove garden with seating. If you'd rather wander around, there are over two miles of paved trails that circle the park.

Exploring the City

When you stay in a campervan rental near Springfield, you'll be close to some of the U.S.'s most important historical sites due to the city's ties to Abraham Lincoln. The Old Capitol Building is an essential building and integral part of history, as it is where Lincoln spent a lot of his time during his early political career. This beautiful Greek Revival building is full of history. Visitors can take a guided tour and see where Lincoln's body was put on display for mourners to pay their respects. During the tour, you'll also see the Representatives Hall where he gave the famous "House Divided" speech.Springfield has many excellent museums, and one of the best around is the Illinois State Museum. This museum contains some of the best historical and cultural exhibitions in the state, with a wide variety sure to interest all ages. Highlights include a full skeletal fossil of a mammoth, as well as life-size displays depicting what life was like for Native Americans hundreds of years ago. If you have small children, take them to the Play Museum section, where they can play with puzzles, dig for fossils, and much more.Another fun, family-friendly excursion to consider during your RV rental visit is the amusement park in Springfield. This theme park/ waterpark features a plethora of activities. The splash section of the park is perfect for a hot day and features lots of water rides and splash zones to help you cool off. If you don't feel like getting wet, the theme park features bumper cars, a golf course, and go-karts too. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants, and catch a movie at one of two drive-in cinemas.