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.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area · NJ, PA
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesOld Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesDingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesPossible Delays on Old Mine Road due to Van Campens bridge repairs
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesMain Street Walpack Bridge Closed Until Further Notice
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$10
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park6 campgrounds
Campground: Dingmans Campground
GoodDingmans Campground is a 136-site rustic campground located in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania. Dingmans Campground offers a variety of settings with campsites along the river, forest campsites, as well as RV, water, and electric campsites. Group campsites for 20 to 40 people available. Camping is avai
Campground: Mohican Outdoor Center
GoodPrimitive group campsites in a wooded setting adjacent to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in New Jersey; Drinking water available; Call 603-466-2727 for additional information regarding lodge or cabin rentals.
Campground: River Camping
GoodThe Middle Delaware Scenic and Recreational River offers 62 primitive campsites along the water. These sites are available for overnight paddling trips along the Delaware River. Reservations for these boat-in only sites can be made on Recreation.gov. For overnight vehicle parking, please visit https
Campground: Rivers Bend Group Campground
GoodPrimitive group campsites for parties of 5 to 15 people per site in an open area with some trees next to and above the river. Drinking water available. Parking available for up to six vehicles per site.
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available38 activities
Park Name
InfoDelaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Designation
InfoNational Recreation Area
State(s)
InfoNJ, PA
Phone
Info5704262452
dewa_interpretation@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Operating Hours
InfoPark roads are open 24-hours a day. Most day-use areas within the park are open sunrise to sunset (such as trailhead parking lots, Millbrook Village, and all picnic areas).
Visitor Center: Bushkill Meeting Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Arts and Culture
InfoAvailable
Activity: Auto and ATV
InfoAvailable
Activity: Scenic Driving
InfoAvailable
Activity: Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Boating
InfoAvailable
Activity: Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Backcountry Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Canoe or Kayak Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Car or Front Country Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Group Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: RV Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Climbing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Fishing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Freshwater Fishing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Fly Fishing
InfoAvailable
Theme: Architecture and Building
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Arts
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Dams
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Conservation Movement
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Animals
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Birds
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Foothills, Plains and Valleys
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Forests and Woodlands
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoSpring: Temperatures usually range from lows of 26 F to highs of 80 F with average rainfall of 5 inches. Summer: Temperatures usually range from lows of 55 F to highs of 85 F with average rainfall of
Getting There
InfoDelaware 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 par
GPS Coordinates
Info41.1279° N, -74.9475° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website