Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history, and striking scenery along 40 miles of the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi. The park offers year-round recreation including hiking, paddling, fishing, and hunting.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is a long, narrow park that sits between two major interstates, I-80 at the south and I-84 at the north. US 209 is the main north/south road through the park on the Pennsylvania side and Old Mine Road is the main north/south road though the park on the New Jersey side.

Arts and Culture
Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Boating
Camping
Backcountry Camping
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Car or Front Country Camping
Group Camping
RV Camping
Climbing
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Fly Fishing
Food
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Paddling
Canoeing
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store

Architecture and Building
Arts
Dams
Conservation Movement
Animals
Birds
Foothills, Plains and Valleys
Forests and Woodlands
Geology
Freshwater Springs
Lakes
River and Riparian
Scenic Views
Trails
Waterfalls
Wetlands

Delaware Water Gap

View of the Delaware River cutting between two low mountain peaks

The Delaware Water Gap is the geologic formation that gives the park its name. This distinctive cut thru the Kittatinny ridgeline was made by the Delaware River over thousands of years.