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Between the state capital of Harrisburg, and the city of Allentown, is the tiny town of Auburn, Pennsylvania. The village wasn’t always named Auburn, however; originally called Scotchman’s Lock, settlers first began to construct houses and stores around the year 1830. Upon arrival of the Philadelphia & Reading Railroad in 1842, the name of the town switched to Auburn to reflect the towns stable growth and rise in population.

The rolling hills and thick forests of Auburn are infused with a charm, unlike anything you've seen before. This wonderful community, as is the case with many of the towns in Pennsylvania, is steeped in history, and is close to many of the region’s best forests and parks, solidifying its case as a great place to rent an RV. When you search for an RV in Auburn, you’ll soon begin to see why so many people relish the opportunity to visit this wonderful place in central Pennsylvania.

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Experience the Sites and Scenery

There are quite a few incredible reasons to visit Auburn if you enjoy the great outdoors, as central Pennsylvania is fully loaded with delightful forests and mountain hiking. Memorial Park is right in town and is known for its baseball fields, basketball court, and playground area. The Schuylkill River also runs through Auburn so fun little day hikes can be taken along the river banks to see the local wildlife in action.

Locust Lake State Park is another place to bring your Auburn RV rental. This boating mecca is known for its friendly waters. Hiking, biking, swimming, and fishing are the main features at this pleasant 1,000-acre park, and the campground is more than suitable for your Auburn camper rental. Hickory Run State Park is another great state park up by Wilkes-Barre that is fantastic all year round. Sand Spring Lake is great for summertime swimming and fishing, or ice skating in wintertime. Forty-four miles of nature trails are reason enough to stop by this phenomenal park in the Pocono Mountains. The area surrounding Hickory Run is fantastic as it contains 10 other state parks within 30 miles, like Ricketts Glen State Park, Lehigh Gorge State Park, and Big Pocono State Park.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is practically known as a hot spot for RV camping, so it is advisable to swing by and check it out when you rent an RV in Auburn. Fishing, swimming, hiking, rock climbing, camping, and many other outdoor activities are common in this beautiful park in the Appalachian Mountains. People from all over New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania trek to this location to have fun during the summer.

Gettysburg National Military Park down to the south by Gettysburg is a legendary battleground where knowledgeable park rangers give guided tours about the Battle of Gettysburg and its context in the Civil War. The site is home to one of the most pivotal battles in American history, and a somber energy can be felt at all times. Michaux State Forest is also close to Gettysburg and has 85,000 acres of glorious forest land and lakes.

City Attractions

Auburn is hardly known for its dazzling attractions, but if you look closely, there are some fun things to do in the area. Mountain Springs Arena in Shartlesville has adrenaline filled demolition derbies and other motorsport events. Rodeos are also held at the arena from time to time.

The Crossroads Heritage Museum and the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum both illuminate the history of Schuylkill County, exploring different facets of the past. Crossroads Heritage Museum houses an extensive collection of old artifacts that help paint a detailed picture of settler life centuries ago.

The Railroad Museum is great for train fans; visitors enjoy seeing the many types of old trains that have since been retired and put on display. The D.G. Yuengling and Son Brewery is only miles away, and one of Pennsylvania's proudest features. The brewery was started by German immigrants in 1829 and has been in operation since. There is a great tour with samples provided upon conclusion. Finally, Hersheypark is another legendary attraction in central Pennsylvania, with countless rides and activities to keep people occupied. Hersheypark was founded in 1906 by Milton Hershey, who coincidentally owns the eponymous candy company too. The park also has a water park and zoo on site.

RV Friendly

What it lacks in exciting attractions, Auburn surely makes up for with its assortment of nearby campgrounds. Appalachian RV Campground has hundreds of large camping spaces housed on 87 acres of lush forest land in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. Mountain Springs Camping Resort has a great pool, fishing pond, an arcade, sports courts, sports fields, playgrounds, and plenty of other amenities.

Twin Groves RV Resort & Cottages has bicycle rentals, mini golf, a fitness center, an indoor movie theater, and two outdoor pools to accommodate its guests. If you would like to visit Hersheypark, Jonestown/Hershey NE KOA is minutes away; a snack bar and fishing pond highlight the impressive reasons to stay at this KOA campground 20 minutes from Auburn.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds


  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • Appalachian Trail: Port Clinton to Highway 309, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA
  • Tom Lowe Trail, PAHamburg, PA
  • Sand Spring Trail, PAAuburn, PA
  • River of Rocks Loop, PABerks County Park, PA
  • Hawk Mountain Lookout Trail, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA
  • Hawk Mountain Sanctuary via Skyline Trail, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA
  • Lookout Trail, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA
  • The Pinnacle, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA
  • Appalachian Trail 183 South to Kimmel Lookout, PAState Game Lands Number 80, PA
  • The Pinnacle Via Valley Rim Trail, PAState Game Lands Number 106, PA

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