RV Rental Springfield Township, NJ

Book a camper rental in Springfield Township and make the short drive west to the Watchung Reservation, which sprawls across 1,945 acres between the First Watchung and Second Watchung Mountains. If you’re traveling with kids, they’ll love the Loop Playground recreational area, as well as the Trailside Nature & Science Center where they can get an educational insight into the local ecology. The Watchung Reservation is crisscrossed by hiking and horseback riding trails for visitors to explore while being home to Lake Surprise, a popular local fishing destination.

Continue driving west, and you’ll end up at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, which is a must-visit destination for twitchers. Hundreds of migratory birds traveling along the eastern United States come to rest in the wetlands here, with the refuge encompassing around 7,800 acres. Keep your eyes peeled for deer, foxes, and raccoons, as well as a plethora of bird species that include red-headed woodpeckers, red-shouldered hawks, and barred owls.

The Rahway River carves along the eastern edge of Springfield Township, with numerous protected areas and parks hugging its shores. The Rahway River Parkway was designed by one of Frederick Law Olmsted’s sons and is dotted with historic bridges dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A highlight of the parkway is its recreational facilities that include an outdoor swimming pool, a children’s playground, and a variety of athletic fields and courts.

Pick up your motorhome rental in Springfield Township and book a spot at the Liberty Harbor RV Park, which is the closest RV campground to New York City. Select from one of their 50 RV sites with views towards the skyscrapers of Manhattan, then take advantage of the Wi-Fi, on-site laundry facilities and restaurant.

Slightly farther out is the Navy Earle MWR RV Park, which is accessible to those with military IDs only. There are just 15 RV sites available with 20, 30 and 50-amp services, as well as picnic tables, barbecue facilities, and a range of activities organized by the military base.

Park your campervan rental near Springfield Township and explore the area on foot to discover its Revolutionary War history. It was here that the Battle of Springfield occurred in 1780 (one of the last battles of the American Revolutionary War), with a few 18th-century buildings still standing today. Keep an eye out for the markers placed by the National Register of Historic Places to denote the area’s historic landmarks, including the Cannon Ball House (which was used by the British as a hospital) and the town’s First Presbyterian Church.

In need of some retail therapy? Just 10 minutes’ drive north of Springfield Township is The Mall at Short Hills, which is anchored by big-name department stores. Designer accessories and all the latest fashions are available at boutiques while there are a plethora of dining options that range from fast food chains and snacks to full-service, fine-dining restaurants.

Springfield Township lies within easy access of the Big Apple, which is less than an hour’s drive to the east. Soak up the views across Manhattan from the Top of the Rock observation deck or stretch your legs in the photogenic urban oasis of Central Park. You can get your cultural fix in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and at the Guggenheim Museum or delve into the alternative neighborhood scenes in Brooklyn and Queens.

Springfield Road is home to a number of supermarkets where you can shop for groceries, and there are also fast food eateries and restaurant chains if you want to dine out. There are also gas stations if you want to fill up your RV rental in Springfield Township.

Whether you’re visiting Union County for its Revolutionary War history or riverfront parks, book an RV in Springfield Township and start exploring.