Roadtrip with RVshare Enterprise to Mount Vernon

This Enterprise to Mount Vernon road trip takes you along the country's East Coast. Along the way, you can explore a few iconic national parks and explore some of the historic sites of the Civil War. Don’t forget to stop by the nation's capital to see some museums and monuments that will help make the trip more memorable. Once you are in Mount Vernon, NY, make sure that you head to New York City to take time to see what the Big Apple offers visitors. Maybe you can enjoy a Yankees game while you are in the area.

Nearby National Parks

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

On this Enterprise to Mount Vernon RV road trip, one of the most iconic places to visit is Great Smoky Mountains National Park. While you are in the park, you will want to climb Clingmans Dome, which is the highest point in the park and has an observation tower on top to provide you with stunning views of the surrounding area. In the fall, the leaves of the trees below create an amazing array of colors. In the spring, there are more than 1,500 types of wildflowers that grow in the park. You can also enjoy hiking on some of the 800 miles of trails found in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. During your hike, you will find over 100 cascading waterfalls.

Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park is another stop that you will want to make along the way. One of the main attractions in this park is Skyline Drive because it winds through the entire park. It is more than 100 miles in length, and there are about 70 scenic overlooks where you can stop and enjoy the view. Plenty of hiking trails can also be found in the park. In fact, approximately 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail winds through Shenandoah. In total, there are more than 500 miles of trails that can be explored as you watch for wildlife and gaze at the waterfalls that you encounter.

Nearby State Parks

Chattahoochee Bend State Park

Chattahoochee Bend State Park is a 2,910-acre park that is located in Georgia. There are six miles of trails that you can explore as you look for wildlife and enjoy the flora and fauna. Since the Chattahoochee River is in the park, you can enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming in the water. Geocaching and biking are also common activities enjoyed here.

Tallulah Gorge State Park

Tallulah Gorge State Park has a spectacular canyon that you must not miss on your road trip. It is nearly 1,000 feet deep and over two miles long with stunning views that present great photo ops. Hiking and biking are common activities that you can enjoy in the park. Also, don’t forget to bring your swimming gear to cool off and enjoy the sliding rocks that will make you feel like you are zooming down a waterslide. There is an archery range where you can practice your skills while you are visiting. 

Shenandoah River State Park

Shenandoah River State Park is more than 1,600 acres and is named after the river that runs through it where you can enjoy swimming, boating, and even fishing. In addition, this park has more than 24 miles of trails that you can explore on foot, bike, or horseback.

Along the Way

Six Flags Over Georgia

If you are traveling with kids or simply enjoy thrill rides, make sure to stop at Six Flags Over Georgia during your trip. If you are into rollercoasters, try out the Dare Devil Dive, the Georgia Scorcher, or Goliath. Kids will also enjoy rides like the Harley Quinn Wild Whirl, Justice League Battle for Metropolis, and the Joker Funhouse Coaster. There are also water rides that are a great relief on the hot and humid summer days.

Luray Caverns

If you enjoy taking in caverns and seeing what was formed under the ground, then make sure to stop and explore Luray Caverns on your road trip from Enterprise to Mount Vernon. This is the largest cavern in the eastern United States, and it has rooms with cathedral ceilings that are up to 10 stories high. There is a 47-foot pillar that is basically a stalactite and a stalagmite that grew together. There is also the Great Stalacpipe Organ that creates amazing music with the acoustics in the cave.

Dreamworks Water Park

If you look to make a splash during your trip, visit the Dreamworks Water Park in the American Dream Complex. This is the largest water park in North America, and it has a heated wave pool that holds 1.6 million gallons of water. There are innumerable slides for the kids to enjoy, and there's even a surf attraction where you can catch a wave. Take a load off in one of the private cabanas or skyboxes. it’s a great way to cool off during the summer, but parts of the park are open year-round. 

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta is the capital of Georgia, and it has a lot of history that you can experience by visiting the museums and other sites. Some of the must-see locations in Atlanta include the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, the Fox Theater, the Georgia Aquarium, and the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. 

If you plan to stay in the area overnight, there are Atlanta campgrounds around the city. Many of them have amenities that will help make your stay more enjoyable, and there are even free dump stations for guests to use at some locations.

Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore is a city located along the Patapsco River, and the city's main focus is along the inner harbor. While you are visiting, you can see highlights of the city like the Fort McHenry Monument and Historic Shrine, the National Aquarium, and the Maryland Science Center. You can also explore some of the historic ships that can be found in the inner harbor. Don’t forget to try some crab cakes or crab bisque and to enjoy some seafood while you are in Baltimore.

To take in all of the sites, you will want to find a nearby campground. Many of the campgrounds in the area are on the water, making it a great place for anglers to enjoy a few nights. In addition, some locations like the Bar Harbor RV Park and the Camp Meade RV Park have dump stations that guests can use without being required to pay a fee. This makes it convenient to offload your gray and black water before continuing on your trip.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

One of the last major cities you want to include on this road trip itinerary from Enterprise to Mount Vernon is Philadelphia. While you are in the city, you will want to stop and visit sites that are important to the birth of the nation, like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. You will also want to visit the Philadelphia Zoo, especially if you are traveling with kids. There are quite a few museums in the city that you can explore, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art. You can run up the “Rocky Steps” and take a picture with the Rocky Statue. Make sure you grab a cheesesteak before you leave Philadelphia.

Philadelphia campgrounds and RV parks are plentiful, and you can find quite a few of them nearby that have accommodations for everyone in the family, including kids. For example, Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort is ideal for anglers who want a well-stocked body of water to fish in. Dump stations in the Philadelphia area are also easy to find, so if you need to get rid of any wastewater before continuing on your road trip, find one that is free or low-cost to use. Many campgrounds in the area allow guests to use their dump stations for free while staying there.

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