Your Safety

Don't get stuck in the woods!
Don't get stuck in the woods without water, insect repellent and sunscreen, a map--and maybe a change of clothes!
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Call (570) 426-2457 in the event of an emergency, NOT 911.

Calling 911, especially via mobile phone, may significantly delay emergency response due to numerous 911 call centers in the area. Park dispatch will ably determine the fastest emergency response for your situation.

Bears and Your Safety

Water Safety

Snakes and Your Safety

Hiking Safety

Ticks and Your Safety

Wildlife Safety

Mosquitoes and Your Safety

Weather Safety

Poison Ivy and Your Safety


Did You Know?

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... that Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area includes lands which once belonged to 5 New Jersey boy scout camps. Private and religious camps also flourished along the riverbanks that are now part of the park at sites such as Turn Farm PA, Coppermine Inn NJ, and Coppermine Hiking Area NJ. More...