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Bala Cynwyd is a small leafy suburb of Philadelphia, located halfway between the bustling cities of New York and Baltimore. Built on the banks of the Schuylkill River, and moments from the huge Fairmount Park, you will find it hard to believe you are less than a twenty-minute drive away from the center of Philadelphia.

The town gets its unusual name from the Welsh Quakers who settled here in the 1680’s who were from the towns of Bala and Cynwyd in Wales, UK. The uniqueness of the town’s history means there are some unusual and surprising features to be explored in the near surroundings.

Bala Cynwyd, PA is a town with a unique history and culture and plenty of green space to get you out and about in the great outdoors. Rent an RV in Bala Cynwyd and go explore!

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The Great Outdoors

There are incredible opportunities to take advantage of in the great outdoors of this beautiful suburb, so get your trainers on and get those legs moving! Load up your motorhome rental from Bala Cynwyd and set out on a wonderful day filled with adventure.

An indisputable must see in the area is Fairmount Park. Considered to be an urban green space, this park stretches over 4000 acres, enclosing around both sides of a bend on the Schuylkill River. Visitors could easily spend days here, taking on all of the activities the park has to offer. Rent a bike and take a leisurely cycle through the grounds; take a tour on one of the river boats and marvel at the impressive buildings from the water; treat yourself to a Tree Top Quest and see the park from a bird eye view; and at the end of all the exhaustion, indulge in a picnic on one of the parks huge open fields.

A quick five-minute walk away you will find the start of The Cynwyd Heritage Trail. This community-planned trail gives visitors the opportunity to take a leisurely hike through the town of Bala Cynwyd, across the river and close by to the railway. Although it is only two miles in length, the trail successfully captures the beauty of the suburb.

If you wish to learn more about the rare flora and fauna, visit the Arboretum of Barnes Foundation. Collections here have been gathered since the 1880’s, and the foundation is now home to some of the rarest plants and breath-taking blooms in the state! Visit between May and September for the opportunity to explore the grounds with its 2500 varieties of woody and herbaceous plants and 10,000 specimens that are contributing to break through horticultural research!

RV Parks

When you rent an RV in Bala Cynwyd, you will need somewhere to park up for the night. Due to the urban sprawl in the area, options are limited but more than suitable nonetheless!

Follow the river down from town, towards Philadelphia, and you will find RV Parking and Campus Park and Ride. Forgive the rather plain name, and you have yourself a great place to base yourself out of. Although it is not your typical campground, the site still offers full hookups for your RV, access to WiFi, and 24-hour gate access. There are even shuttles leaving from the site to take your to neighboring towns and into Philadelphia!

You will find further options once you cross the Delaware River into New Jersey. Woodlynne Trailer Park, Penn Mobile Home Park, and Cherry Hill Mobile Home Park are just a few of the options that you will find on the south side of the river. Although lacking in natural beauty due to their urban location, these sites are all extremely convenient with full hookups for your RV, modern facilities, and WiFi!

Exploring the City

Book a luxury motorhome rental in Bala Cynwyd so that you and your family are able to visit all of the fascinating museums in the area.

Put aside at least half a day for the kids to spend some time at the Please Touch Museum. This museum aims to teach children through interactive exhibitions, immersive events, and unusual displays. Aimed at children who are seven or younger, exhibitions here encourage children to be curious, ask questions, and begin their life long journey and education.

Underground Railroad Museum is also located in Fairmount Park. Telling the story of an incredibly poignant era of American history, the Underground Railroad Museum speaks of a time when the area was used as a port where African individuals and families were bought to be sold into the slave trade. The incredibly emotive stories on display here tell of the peoples struggle to freedom and the blessing that was the Underground Railway.

If you are looking for an activity that the whole family can get involved in, look no further than Philadelphia Zoo. This 42-acre garden is home to over 1000 different animals, many of which are rare and endangered. One of the first true zoos in America, this establishment still sticks to its promise to preserve and celebrate the wildlife of the world.

If you are looking for an incredible journey through Pennsylvania, consider a camper rental in Bala Cynwyd. Within close proximity to some of the states top cultural attractions, and expansive green spaces, you are guaranteed to have an outstanding time exploring the Quaker State in your RV rental from Bala Cynwyd, PA!

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