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. Courtesy of James Hicks

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area · New Jersey · National Park Service

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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.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone: 5704262452
Official site: www.nps.gov
Managed by: National Park Service

Getting there

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What's here

Highlights: 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

Activities & features: 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 · Kayaking · Junior Ranger Program · Skiing · Cross-Country Skiing · Snowshoeing · Swimming · Freshwater Swimming · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store