Roebling Bridge Toll House

The toll house on the Roebling Bridge offers self-guided exhibits.

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Location:

4225 NY-97, Barryville, NY 12719

Amenities

8 listed

Benches/Seating, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information - Maps Available, Parking - Auto, Recycling, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trailhead, Trash/Litter Receptacles

Situated on the John Roebling Delaware Aqueduct, this small self-guided museum space offers information and phamphlets on the Delaware and Hudson (D&H) Canal, aqueduct, and the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River. 

In the early 20th century, the toll house was constructed to collect fees for those using the aqueduct to cross the river. It was used as an office and residential space for toll collection until 1955, where it was then used just as an office space and tollbooth. Upon the acquisition of the aqueduct by the National Park Service, the tollhouse became an interpretive center.  

Inside the toll house, visitors can view a recreated interior of what a canal boat cabin may have looked like. Outside the toll house, the Roebling Bridge offers excellent views of the river and just north is an parking lot and access to the Towpath trail which runs along the old D&H towpath. Although the D&H canal is no longer in use, portions of the historic canal still remain within the boundaries of Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.