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Closures
A section of US Rt. 209 and several other areas remain closed until repairs are complete. More »
The River, the Valley, and You
Paddlers slip down the river between low forested mountains; anglers wade the trout streams, hikers scan the valley from the ridge or peer into the 1000-foot-deep Water Gap. The valley has known human hand and voice for 10,000 years. Floodplains nourished the Native farmer; waterfalls drew the Victorian vacationer. Today, a 70,000-acre park welcomes those who seek the outdoors close to home
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Water in Motion
Streams tumble off the Pocono Plateau into cool ravines that bloom with rhododendron. Watch the water at Raymondskill or Hackers Falls.
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Places in Time
Historic structures dot New Jersey’s scenic byways. Join villagers of the year 1900 summer weekends or in October at Millbrook Days.
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Mountains in Progress
The Water Gap is still forming today, a testament to the power of flowing water. Stop at Kittatinny Point or the Rt. 611 overlooks to see.
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"Endless" Hiking
Climb Minsi and Tammany, gateposts of the Gap, or trek 27 miles of the Appalachian Trail along the “endless mountain”--Kittatinny Ridge.
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Calm River Water
The Middle Delaware is clean, calm water, perfect for a family paddle in canoe or kayak. Local liveries provide equipment and transportation.
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Trails for All Seasons
More than 100 miles of trails and old roads cross the park. McDade Trail offers 32 planned miles for hikers, dirt bikers, and cross-country skiers.
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Swim Safe!
Our three beaches have lifeguards. Strong currents and drop-offs make swimming hazardous elsewhere. Wear a lifejacket on or in the river!
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Explore Ravines
Shady stands of hemlock trees foster a particular forest environment--and beautiful wildflowers. Stroll or hike in this unique native habitat.
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Look (out) for Wildlife!
Herons fish the river; eagles and hawks circle the Gap. Watch out for black bear and white-tailed deer jaywalking across our country roads.
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Did You Know?
... that the reservoir of the proposed Tocks Island Dam would have inundated 30 miles of the Delaware River and 30,000 acres of its river valley (now part of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.) The defeat of the dam was an early victory of the environmental movement in this country. More...