RV Rental Bridgeport, PA

Booking an RV in Bridgeport opens up a world of adventure and fun. There are several pockets of wilderness nearby. Wissahickon Valley Park, which looks deceptively small on a map, is a serene valley with over 50 miles of trails winding through mature woods, crossing babbling creeks, and mini-gorges. The trails are multi-use, allowing horses and bikes, though they must observe the hiking etiquette. Remnants of long-abandoned homes and mills can still be spotted, though the woods are fast retaking the grounds, making it difficult to find them.

French Creek State Park combined with the neighboring parks covers over 70,000 acres of land. The massive park is the largest in between Washington, D.C. and New York City. Hike the endless miles of trails through old-growth woods and fresh, bright meadows. Some of the trails are shared with mountain bikers, and they’re highly regarded for the fun, challenging portions. Small game hunting of pheasants, turkeys, rabbits, and white-tailed deer are allowed during certain times of year with a permit. Scotts Run Lake is stocked with trout, and Hopewell Lake is home to muskellunge, walleye, northern pike, chain pickerel, and smallmouth and largemouth bass, and panfish. Both lakes are open to ice fishing in winters. Note that gas-powered boats are prohibited on both lakes. Bring your Bridgeport motorhome rental and see what all French Creek State Park offers.

When renting a travel trailer in Bridgeport, be sure to find a place to park overnight. Street parking is not allowed in Philadelphia or the suburbs. The KOA in West Chester is family friendly, offering up a variety of activities to keep the little ones busy. For the adults, the campgrounds is adjacent to Brandywine Creek. Step out the front door and catch a fish or two for breakfast. It’s also close to a small park.

Brandywine Creek Campgrounds in Lyndell is surrounded by towering oak and maple trees, providing relief from a hot, humid day. Adjacent to a small park called the Marsh Creek State Park, it too offers access to short hiking trails and fishing.

Hop into your luxury motorhome rental and go exploring. Valley Forge National Park, which is just a few minutes away, is high on many history enthusiasts’ bucket list. The site of General Washington’s troops’ winter encampment, this location has monumental historical significance to creating this nation. If it were not for the soldiers’ sacrifice in enduring disease, famine, and extreme weather, this country may well be a very different place today. The visitor center has several artifacts, pieces of the army’s uniforms and weapons, and documents from the time. The modest fieldstone farmhouse where General Washington headquartered still stands today, as does the quarters that housed Brigadier General James Varnum.

Tour the encampment either by following an audio guide in your preferred vehicle or by joining a trolley. The trolley tours are led by rangers who are well versed in the history of the area and can answer questions. ADA accommodations are available.

Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown is a small zoo housing hundreds of different animals, many of which are threatened or endangered, such as the black-footed ferret, Chilean flamingo, white-faced saki, and several others. One of the zoo’s residents, a bald eagle, named Noah, serves as a beloved mascot for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Though Philadelphia is well known and loved for its history and its role in created this nation, there’s more to this city than the history hotspots. Food. Music. And craft beer, of course. The craft beer tradition dates back to early 1700s, and there are several up-and-coming microbrews in the area. The distillery scene, which survived the Prohibition era on the sly, is a fun scene to explore. For an explosive taste of craft moonshine and vodka, try the Manatawny Still Works or Kenzo’s Federal Distilling.

Rent a motorhome in Bridgeport and enjoy all that the area down to Philadelphia has to offer: culture, music, food, and of course, history galore.