Blue Rocks Family Campground

The Great Outdoors

Lenhartsville campers will be close to several beautiful state parks. Beltzville State Park is one of the closest and consists of 3,000 acres of dense forests at the bottom of the Poconos Mountains. With the mountains providing a stunning backdrop, campers will love lazing around on the beaches overlooking Beltzville Lake, and even enjoying a freshwater dip. Beltzville Lake is known for being an excellent fishing spot, with catches such as trout, perch, and a variety of bass on offer. Pohopoco Creek is also stocked with trout. Hikers can roam around the 15 miles of trails that lead by the lake and through the valley. During your hike, keep an eye out for local wildlife, especially migratory waterfowl.Another popular nearby park worth exploring is Swatara State Park. This 3,500-acre park consists mainly of rolling hills and dense woodlands. Hikers will love exploring the 18 miles of trails available, which are mainly flat and well-maintained, making this park ideal for a casual stroll. Nature watchers will want to bring along their binoculars to spot local wildlife, such as meadowlarks, hawks, and bluebirds. Fishing is possible here due to several small streams, which include Trout Run, the only stream to be stocked with trout. Kayaking and canoeing are popular activities along Swatara Creek.If you're looking for a park with striking scenery, consider visiting Tuscarora State Park. This 1,600-acre park features Locust Mountain, which runs directly into Tuscarora Lake, providing breathtaking views. There are several short trails at the park, many of which lead to the top of Locust Mountain for some spectacular panoramic views of the park. Tuscarora Lake is excellent for watersports, and campers can take advantage of the park's sandy beaches for swimming. Boating and fishing are also favorite pastimes, and common catches at the lake include catfish, perch, and bass.

Exploring the City

While enjoying your campervan rental near Lenhartsville, you'll no doubt want to visit one of America's most historic cities, Philadelphia. The city is full of unique historical attractions, and one of the most interesting is Eastern State Penitentiary. This prison was once one of the most notorious facilities in the country until its closure in the early 1970s, and at one time, held some of the country's most infamous criminals, including Al Capone and Willie Sutton. Visitors can now take guided tours of the prison and roam the prison's many halls, see Al Capone's jail cell, and much more. The prison is also supposedly haunted, and brave visitors can take part in nightly paranormal investigations.Philadelphia has many high-class museums worth visiting, and one of the best is the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Nearly 150 years old, this art institution holds 240,000 objects in its permanent collection, mainly consisting of American, European, and Asian art. There are works by some world-famous names on display here, including Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Henri Matisse, and many more. This museum is one of the best of its kind in the country and is a must-see for any avid art lover.Alternatively, you may want to try a family-friendly activity during your campervan rental vacation in eastern Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Zoo is ideal for families and contains 1,300 animals from across the globe, with many exotic and rare species. Some of the most interesting critters on display include cheetahs, hippos, and Sumatran orangutans. The zoo also has fun rides, including a carousel and a zoo train, which are sure to keep your little ones entertained.