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    Delaware Water Gap

    National Recreation Area NJ,PA

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    Childs Park opens May 25. Dingmans Falls, Blue Mt Lakes/Skyline and unpaved Old Mine roads are open. STILL CLOSED PA: Mt. Minsi spur trails closed due to falcon nesting; Hornbecks & Adams Trails closed; McDade Trail closed trail miles 24.5 to 27.5 More »

Boat Launches & Canoe Access Points

Canoes at Dingmans Ferry Access
Canoes at Dingmans Ferry Access
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The beautiful Middle Scenic and Recreational Delaware River is a defining feature and main attraction of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. There are many accesses you might use to put your motorboat or canoe on the water, in Pennsylvania and in New Jersey. Choose from the links below to find directions to an access, or to learn more about safe enjoyment of activities on the Delaware.

Please note, pets and alcohol are not permitted at Milford or Smithfield Beach.

Pennsylvania
Milford Beach | Directions | Boat and canoe launch. Fee charged.
Dingmans Access | Directions | Boat and canoe launch. Fee charged.
Eshback Access | Directions | Canoe launch only. No fee.
Bushkill Access | Directions | Boat and canoe launch. Fee charged.
Smithfield Beach | Directions | Boat and canoe launch. Fee charged.

New Jersey
Caddoo Access | Directions | Canoe launch only. No fee.
Namanock | Directions | Boat and canoe launch. No fee.
Poxono Access | Directions Boat and canoe launch. No fee.
Kittatinny Point | Directions | Canoe launch only . No fee.

Bulletin of liveries for canoe/kayak/rarft /tube rental, safety & river mileage
Links to Liveries
Bulletin on river campsites for overnight paddling trips
Lifejackets (PFDs), and swimming and paddling safety
Current river conditions

Did You Know?

A bear peeking out from cornstalks.

... that Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is home to hundreds of black bears. The bears are usually peaceful, but they are still large, wild animals that can maul a person. Don't approach or annoy bears! Don't let your dog chase a mother bear or her cubs! NEVER FEED A BEAR! More...