Hickory Run Campground

The Great Outdoors

Renting a motorhome near Denver is perfect for exploring some of the best state parks in Pennsylvania. French Creek State Park is one of the nearest to Denver and consists of over 7,000 acres of forests in one of the most significant continuous stretches of forests in the region. One of the most popular activities at this park is hiking, and there are 35 miles of trails that offer quiet strolls in the woods, as well as challenging climbs. There are two different lakes in the park that are ideal for fishing and boating, with catches such as trout, muskellunge, and northern pike available. If you're just looking to relax, French Creek State Park has a swimming pool where you can take a dip, and there's even a snack bar, so you don't go hungry.Denver campers will enjoy visiting Evansburg State Park. This park is made up of over 3,000 acres of pastures and woodlands surrounding Skippack Creek. Mennonites once settled this area, and remnants of their settlements can be seen around the park. Hikers will relish exploring the six miles of trails at this park. During their walk, hikers should keep an eye out for local flora and fauna, which includes wildflowers, deer, and rabbits. Fishing in Skippack Creek is another popular pastime, and catches include carp, panfish, eel, and much more. If you're looking for a scenic spot for lunch, there are over 150 picnic tables dotted around the park.During your campervan rental vacation near Denver, you may be looking for a smaller park to explore. Memorial Lake State Park covers over 250 acres of forests close to the bottom of Blue Mountain. There are roughly two miles of trails that lead around Memorial Lake, ideal for a relaxing and casual stroll. Birdwatchers will love this park as there are over 100 different species that frequent the area. Boating and fishing are popular activities, and anglers can expect to find crappie, perch, and bass hiding in these waters. If you visit during the winter, make sure to bring your gear along for some cross-country skiing.

Exploring the City

While staying at a campsite at Hickory Run Campground, you'll be about half an hour's drive from the city of Reading. Reading has some amazing and unusual sights, and one of the most interesting is The Pagoda. This seven-story-tall Japanese-inspired pagoda sits atop Mt. Penn, which gives visitors sweeping panoramic views of the city of Reading and the surrounding area. Visitors can tour The Pagoda and learn about its history, and there's also a cafe where you can enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat overlooking the city.Alternatively, you may want to try something educational like the Reading Public Museum. This museum is focused on preserving the history and culture of Reading and Pennsylvania as a whole. This museum features a wide range of interesting exhibits. These exhibits include art and photography from local artists, artifacts from native people who inhabited the region, and a global safari with recreations of habitats from around the world.During your visit to Pennsylvania, you may also want to plan a trip to Lancaster. The city has a lot of history and was heavily influenced by the Amish. The Amish Village in Lancaster is a living display of Amish heritage where visitors can tour and experience the Amish way of life across 12 acres of scenic countryside. The tours will let you see inside traditional Amish farmhouses, and see how the Amish go about their day-to-day lives without many modern conveniences.