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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation AreaTheme(s): Native American | |
Description:
This park preserves 40 miles of the middle Delaware River and almost 70,000 acres of land along the river's New Jersey and Pennsylvania shores. At the south end of the park, the river cuts eastward through a scenic water gap in the Appalachian Mountains. Canoeing, camping, fishing, swimming, hiking; viewing wildlife, geologic features and natural scenery - all this and more await our visitors. The park includes historic Millbrook Village and several environmental education centers.
The recreation area was originally envisioned as lands surrounding the proposed Tocks Island Reservoir. Early planning, management and land acquisitions were accomplished amid much controversy over the dam project. In 1978, Congress designated the section of the Delaware River within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. In 1992 the Tocks Island Dam project was officially de-authorized.
Designations:
National Recreation Area (September 1, 1965)
National Scenic River (November 10, 1978)
Accessibility:
Accessible parking, buildings, and restrooms at visitor centers and at Headquarters.
Accessible picnic sites at Kittatinny, Depew, and Watergate in New Jersey, and at Milford Beach, Childs Park, Toms Creek, and Smithfield Beach in Pennsylvania.
Brochure on accessibility in the park is available at visitor centers and at Headquarters.
Getting Around:
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is located in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey along approximately 40 miles of the Delaware River. This area falls within five counties, three in Pennsylvania (Northampton, Monroe, and Pike) and two in New Jersey (Warren and Sussex). Since the area is so large we would recommend that you start your visit at one of our visitors centers (see the Facilities link).
No public transportation is available within the recreation area.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Camping | Climbing | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Hunting | Swimming | Wildlife Viewing | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Stargazing | Kayaking | Scuba Diving | Snorkeling | Cross Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Restaurant or Snack Bar | Picnic Areas | Groceries or Supplies | Museum Exhibits | Fuel | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Mountains | And more.
Directions to Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Plane:
Each of the following three airports are approximately 1 1/2 hours away from our Headquaters Building (located in Bushkill, PA).
Lehigh Valley International Airport, Allentown, PA: 1-888-FLY-LVIA, 610-266-6000
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, Avoca, PA: 570-457-3445
Newark International Airport, Newark, NJ: 973-961-6000
Car:
We are located on the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey (and very close to the New York border).
Approximate distance from several major cities:
Philadelphia, PA - 90 miles
New York City, NY - 70 miles
Newark, NJ - 64 miles
Scranton, PA - 53 miles
From northern Pennsylvania and New England, connect to Interstate 84, then to Route 209 South (Exit 10) through Milford or (Exit 11) Matamoras to enter the north end of the park. Pick up a map or brochure at the Matamoras, PA I-84 Welcome Center.
From southern Pennsylvania and points west, connect to Interstate 80 East; past Stroudsburg take 209 North (Exit 52) to the middle of the park at Bushkill - Visit Bushkill Visitor Center for information and brochures - or cross the I-80 bridge to first exit in New Jersey. Visit Kittatinny Point Visitor Center for information and brochures.
From New York City and New Jersey, connect to Interstate 80 West to the Delaware Water Gap at the south end of the park. Pick up a map and brochure at Kittatinny Point Visitor Center. Routes NJ 15 N and 206 W lead to the north end of the park and Milford, PA.
Public Transportation
Bus, Airplane, Train, Car Rental and Taxi Services are available near the recreation area:
Bus service between New York City and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA stops at Stroudsburg, PA - 4 miles from the Kittatinny Point Visitor Center and 3 miles from the Appalachian Trail at the Gap.
Martz Bus Lines: 570-421-3040
Greyhound Bus Service: 1-800-231-2222
Limited seasonal bus service from New York City area to Milford and Matamoras, PA. Regular daily service is provided to Port Jervis, NY.
Shortline Bus Service: 1-800-631-8405
Limited daily passenger train service is available from Hoboken, NJ, to Port Jervis, NY. PATH (subway) connection is available from New York City to Hoboken.
MTA Metro-North Railroad: 1-800-638-7646
Limited auto rental and taxi service may be available in Stroudsburg, Milford and Matamoras, PA, and Port Jervis, NY.
Attractions:
Worthington State Forest
Phone:908-841-9575
Stokes State Forest
Grey Towers National Historic Landmark
Phone:570-296-9630
The Delaware State Forest
Phone:570-895-4000
Promised Land State Park
Phone:570-676-3428
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