As well as an abundance of State Parks and Gardens, Lafayette Hill, PA is rich with history dating back nearly 300 years. Its importance as a destination became prominent during The American Revolution when the French General Marquis de Lafayette used the town as his camp.

Today, visitors flock to the area as it functions as a convenient starting point for exploring the capital, Philadelphia and its surrounding areas. If you are looking for a luxurious break in the beautiful and affluent Philadelphian suburbs, consider a camper rental in Lafayette Hill so that you may set off on a wonderful adventure. Not only will you discover charming local parks that showcase the history of the area, but you will also find larger, State Parks with an amazing array of local flora and fauna.

Morris Arboretum is a beautiful place to visit while on your vacation. This historical public garden aims to promote an understanding of the relationship between people, plants, and places. Attend one of the parks varying events, get involved in one of the informative lectures or simply wander around the grounds. This is a place that you can enjoy at your own pace, in your own unique way.

Not far from this park you will find Wissahickon Creek, a tributary of the Schuylkill River that winds itself 23 miles around Montgomery County. With 57 miles of trails, 1,800 acres of meadows, forests, and gorges, you can bike, hike or horseback ride your way around this idyllic park. Look out for the historical remnants as you explore the park such as the stone bridges and huts, tribal statues and old industrial mill buildings.

If you still haven’t had your fix of historical beauty and are seeking more then load up your Lafayette Hill motorhome rental for the short drive out of town to Fort Washington State Park. Taking its name from the temporary fort built here in 1777 by George Washington’s troops, this park is abundant with interesting historical landmarks located among the most incredible dogwood trees you have ever seen!