RV Rental New Freedom, PA

When you book an RV in New Freedom, you’ll find that there are loads of exemplary parks in the vicinity where you can bring your New Freedom camper rental for fun and excitement. Codorus State Park is a short drive from New Freedom and a lovely place to find yourself when you first arrive in Pennsylvania. The park is centered around an artificial lake called Lake Marburg, which is fed by Codorus Creek. There are over 25 miles of coastline on Lake Marburg where you can suntan or swim. Fishing is a popular pastime on the lake, whether you sit on the side of the lake or in a boat. There are four different disc golf courses, miles of hiking trails, and a modern campground that can accommodate you and your New Freedom RV rental when you head to Codorus State Park.

Susquehanna State Park is what is left over of the old Pennsylvania Canal, and has historic buildings and ruins from hundreds of years ago. Canoeing, kayaking, boating, fishing, swimming, and jet skiing are popular ways to enjoy this riverfront park, with gorgeous river banks where you can picnic.

When you rent an RV in New Freedom another incredible park to check out is Gifford Pinchot State Park, named for a politician that fought for the conservation of forest lands, establishing the first national parks and forests in the early 20th century. There are plenty of hiking trails circling the Pinchot Lake and several places to play volleyball, disc golf, or have a picnic. You can enjoy the day use areas of the park or set up camp with the New Freedom motorhome rental at one of the lakefront campgrounds during your visit.

Gettysburg National Military Park is a fascinating place to learn about the Civil War near the city of Gettysburg. Although it is quite beautiful in its own way, the park is known more for its historical context as opposed to its natural beauty. Gettysburg National Military Park was created as a monument to honor the fallen in one of the most notorious battles in American history that took place over the course of three days in 1863. You can tour the wide-open battlefields and see different headquarters, cottages, and old burial grounds, led by knowledgeable park rangers.

When you rent an RV in New Freedom you may need to span out a bit to find a place to park it. If you venture out to explore Pennsylvania or northern Maryland, you will find quite a few options. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm is one of the closest options and is located just over the border in Maryland. There is a driving range for golfers, a bouncy castle for children, hiking trails, and year-round events and celebrations to bring people together.

Gettysburg Farm RV Campground has a clubhouse, a swimming pool, fishing areas, bike trails, a lake, and much more when you opt to stay a little bit farther from town in your New Freedom camper rental. Elizabeth / Hershey KOA also has a pool in addition to a mini golf course, a dog park, fishing areas, and a snack bar.

You could also head into a more rustic environment and give one of the state parks a shot, particularly if you'd prefer a more natural experience.

New Freedom is an enchanting town with a lively center full of locally owned businesses and shops. You can get refreshing ice cream or delicious pizza at one of the popular establishments in the area while you walk or bike around. There is a New Freedom Farmers Market on Sundays, where visitors can find organic veggies, artisan crafts, and a myriad of other cool products that are locally sourced and made.

Steam into History is a marvelous museum in the heart of town where you can learn about the old railways that once put the town on the map. You can tour the engaging exhibits and displays or ride the restored steam locomotive operated by the museum.

Another place to learn about the local history, including Civil War facts and happenings, is the York County Historical Center in nearby York. You can see old statues and monuments, peruse the genealogical library to learn about distant ancestors, and visit the four museums operated by the local historical society. The agricultural museum, the fire museum, and several historic homes are part of the collection when you visit this institution.