RV Rental Christiana, PA

After you pick up your camper rental in Christiana, you can drive to Marsh Creek State Park in Downingtown. The 1,727-acre area is one of the most popular in the region. During the winter, the 535-acre lake freezes over, making it an idyllic spot for ice skating. The snow-covered area is a hotspot for cross-country skiing and sledding. In the warmer season, you can discover the most picturesque places of the park using the 18-mile network of hiking trails and the 11.5-mile network of mountain biking trails. Spring and summer are excellent times for wildlife watching too, as there are many species of birdlife to be spotted in the forest, fields, and wetlands which surround Marsh Creek Lake.

Susquehannock State Park is one of the highlights of the region, and you will definitely want to visit when you rent an RV in Christiana. Although relatively small, the riverside wooded plateau provides a number of year-round recreational activities. There are opportunities for gentle hiking and horseback riding and even cross-country skiing during the wintertime. Within the park are a series of viewpoints overlooking nearby lakes, reservoirs, and islands. You can take a pair of binoculars and hike to one of the overlooks. Songbirds, hawks, eagles, and many more species can be seen flying about the park. The best place to spot bald eagles is from Hawks Point Overlook from where you can look down onto Mount Johnson Island, known as the world’s first bald eagle sanctuary.

For a real adventure, you can take your travel trailer rental in Christiana east on Highway 30 to Michaux State Forest. Within the 85,500-acre area, there are two state parks, Pine Grove Furnace State Park in the northern reaches of the park and Caledonia State Park in the southern region. Both areas provide many opportunities for recreational activities including mountain biking, paddle sports, and snow sports. Hugging the slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains and bordering on South Mountain, Michaux State Forest is also a hotspot for hikers. The forest hosts a total of 60 miles of marked hiking trails, not including a 37-mile section of the famous Appalachian Trail. You can also discover pine, hickory, red maple, and many other tree types which are speckled throughout the mixed oak woodland.

Whether you prefer a rustic campsite or you want the best facilities, when you rent an RV Christiana, PA, you will have a variety of RV parks to choose from. To escape from the sounds of the city and the noise of the highway, consider taking the best RV rental from Christiana north to Spring Gulch RV Campground. The scenic campsite is located on the edge of two small lakes within the Amish county and offers direct access to nature walks and cycle trails. The campground is in a quiet area accessible via Highways 222 or 30. There are a large number of amenities available on-site including sports courts, a swimming pool, and fitness center as well as Wi-Fi and a camp store.

For something closer to the city, you can take your luxury RV rental from Christiana to Country Acres Campground, just a few minutes from Paradise. Here you can enjoy tranquil grassy campsites with full hookups and cable connections. The campground is just a short distance from supermarkets and gas stations and on-site, you'll find a children’s playground, dog run, and a swimming pool.

Don’t forget to spend some time in the town of Christiana when you rent an RV here. The settlement officially dates back to the 17th century when John Kemmerly settled in the region. At the time, the area was inhabited by the Shawnee Indian Tribe. The area became an agricultural and industrial center with a few mills, blacksmith workshops, and water houses. The railroad arrived at Christiana in the 1800s, and the city quickly developed new trading agreements.

Nowadays, the Christiana is a quiet community with a small-town feel. On a day spent in town, you can stroll the residential streets, visit the community church, or stop by the town’s post office. There are a few local restaurants where you can grab a pizza, traditional pub food, or fill up at an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Alternatively, you can relax in South End Borough Park, close to the banks of East Branch Octoraro Creek, or make a visit to the Christiana Underground Railroad Center which is housed inside a local hotel. This same building has formerly hosted the town's post office, telegraph office, railroad depot, and even the jail. Inside, you can learn about historical events which shaped the village. There’s a surprising amount that you can discover when you rent a motorhome in Christiana, Pennsylvania.