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My family is looking to take a fall camping trip somewhere in the Midwest or Appalachian Mountain range. Our criteria is as follows... -campground with semi-wooded campsites -pretty fall foliage -town near by with quaint shops, fall festivals, etc. Places that we have visited in the past include Nashville, IN and Cosby, TN. I look forward to getting your thoughts on a good spot.
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Attractions

Oprah Winfrey Show (The)

Harpo Studios: 1058 West Washington St. at the corner of Carpenter and Washington
110 North Carpenter St.
Chicago, Illinois 60607

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