State Fairs Deliver Fun for RV Families

Posted by RV Pro on Jul 31, 2009

Looking for a quick RV trip that’s close to home but miles away from ordinary? Take a trip to the fair. August is state fair month. Where else can you find something for everyone in the family practically in your own back yard? Because many farm families and fair vendors travel by RV, state fairs usually offer RV campsites close to the action with ample parking for day trippers. If you want a break from the crowds, it shouldn’t be hard to find RV campgrounds in the vicinity.

State fairs offer an abundance of things to do and see, and there’s nothing like the smell of fair food to whet your appetite. We’ve been regulars at the Ohio State Fair in Columbus for years. We start at the barns to admire — and pet — all the animals. The kids try their hands at milking and check out the butter cow before we take an ice cream break to watch the barrel races. After a lunch of corn dogs and grilled corn, we say “hi” to Smokey and take in the lumberjack show at the Natural Resources Pavilion. The kids try their luck at fishing before a climb on the giant corn wall. Then it’s time to admire the giant pumpkins and pat the bunnies before we hit the midway.

The giant slide, tilt-a-whirl and Ferris wheel get a workout before we head back to our RV. Tired but happy and still a little sticky from the cotton candy, it’s only moments before our tired crew is tucked into bed for a good night’s sleep. Because bright and early tomorrow, we’ll be up, ready to do it again! One day is never enough when you go to the fair!


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