Locks were used to move boats overland via canals
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
National Wild and Scenic River · PA, NJ
The Delaware River, the largest free-flowing river in the eastern United States, runs past forests, farmlands and villages. It also links some of the most densely populated regions in America. In 2000, the National Wild and Scenic River System incorporated key segments of the lower Delaware River to form this unit of the National Park System.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available10 activities
Park Name
InfoLower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
Designation
InfoNational Wild and Scenic River
State(s)
InfoPA, NJ
Phone
Info617-981-0466
sarah_bursky@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe largest free-flowing river in the eastern United States, the Delaware River runs past forests, farmlands, and villages, and it also links some of the most densely populated regions in America. In 2000, the National Wild and Scenic River System incorporated key segments of the lower Delaware River to form this unit of the National Park System.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Activity: Auto and ATV
InfoAvailable
Activity: Scenic Driving
InfoAvailable
Activity: Boating
InfoAvailable
Activity: Camping
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Activity: Fishing
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Activity: Food
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Activity: Picnicking
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Activity: Hiking
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Activity: Paddling
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Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Theme: American Revolution
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Theme: Military
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Theme: Transportation
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Theme: Canals
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Wars and Conflicts
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Theme: American Revolutionary War
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Theme: Animals
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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
InfoThe Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River is located between Interstate 80 (at Portland, Pennsylvania and Columbia, New Jersey) and Interstate 95 (at exit 51 in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvan
GPS Coordinates
Info40.4000° N, -74.9837° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website