Take This Country Road Trip In Illinois For The Ultimate Fall Experience
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published October 06, 2017
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
You haven’t truly experienced Illinois until you’ve taken this country road trip. Each year, some of the state’s back roads host a gigantic sale that spans several miles and includes many different businesses.
Enjoy one of the most unique fall events in Illinois with this trip of a lifetime. Fuel up and keep this guide handy when you head out.
This fall, take a scenic drive through one of Illinois' best towns for a road trip like no other. Woodstock has certainly proved itself to be a place that knows how to celebrate fall as this event has been going three decades strong.
Autumn Drive takes place October 20-22, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine. Guests from far and wide attend each year for food, music, and deals on a plethora of treasures.
The event is made up of a cluster of streets with various businesses such as orchards, pumpkin patches, antique shops, and other stores. There are over two dozen vendors who set up for this market with anything from food to jewelry and other seasonal goods.
Along this county road trip, you'll also find corn mazes, hay rides, petting zoos, and other fun activities for children young and old. Everything is north of Highway 176 and east of Highway 23.
From apples to goats to scarecrows and everything in between, this ultimate autumn experience is the best around. Fun and adventure are to be had along this unique country road trip.