Was looking for someplace to go in the fall and the finger lakes and Lake George were too far away, but gap was only an hour away! Who would think there a place is beautiful so close to home living in Central New Jersey! What makes a Delaware water gap so special in the fall is that there are some large hills here making the foliage extra special! The beauty of this place is incredible, you might feel like you're out west somewhere in the middle of Montana! There's an incredible hiking or biking trail that runs right alongside the Delaware water gap. There's also many absolutely amazing waterfalls in the area! We stayed two nights over a weekend and I felt like I had a great little vacation! Highly recommended if you're looking for a nearby gorgeous spot for nature anytime of the year! If you're like me and live in Central New Jersey, you don't have to go to upstate New York to get that kind of beauty. You can get it right here in Delaware water gap! They have a welcome center with people there that will help you with all your questions and needs for what you're looking for exclamation read more

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We visited the Delaware Water Gap today, and it was a wonderful experience. This time of year is perfect for exploring the area. If you haven't been here before, I highly recommend it. There are numerous hiking trails, camping spots, and opportunities for photography and kayaking. Plan to spend a few hours to fully enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer. read more

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It's a nice place between NJ and PA. The mountains and rivers are breathtaking and lovely, with fresh air. It's an hour's drive from home, where I go to get away from city life. There are many trails where you can see falls and a nice overlook of mountains and rivers. I recommend anyone looking for a place to do outdoor activities. It's near the Poconos mountains and Bushkill Falls. I like to go there to see lovely fall foliage. There is so much to explore in this area. It's also nice to see some deer, too. read more

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The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is one of my favorite spots in New Jersey. I have visited here during all seasons of the year. Oatie my mini-golden/doodle and I both agree that the Water Gap deserves a 5 star rating. Oatie and I like hiking the Appalachian trail here at the Water Gap. The Appalachian Mountains were formed 200 million years ago when the North American and African plates collided eventually forming the supercontinent called Pangea. The Appalachian Mountains run from central Alabama to Newfoundland some 2,050 miles. Once as high as the Himalayas, they have significantly eroded through the forces of wind and water. Oatie and I pick up the easily marked Appalachian trail at the Mt. Tammany exit off Route 80 west. It's the last exit before entering Pennsylvania. There are other reasons I visit the Gap. There are a lot of photographic, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting opportunities. Rivers are cataloged according to how challenging they are. The Colorado is a 5 and the Delaware is a 3. Additionally each section of a river is given a rating from 1-5. The Delaware river does have sections which are rated 5. The Delaware river was once millions of years ago only a series of streams which eroded the limestone, eventually converging and forming the Delaware river and the Delaware Water Gap. The top of the Kittatinny Ridge is 1,200 feet from the top to the river and almost a 1/4 mile wide at the Gap. read more

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My chum and I come here every two years or so to either hike up Mt. Tammany or to do a hike in the nearby vicinity. Depending on the weather/time of year, it's gorgeous - you're treated to a pretty expansive view of the Delaware River Water Gap on both the NJ and PA sides - and the area by Sunfish Pond is pretty nice too. This isn't in my absolute top tier bucket list hikes of the area, but it's a solid option. We stopped by here last Saturday morning just as the Canadian wildfire drama was starting to dissipate. You could definitely still see its effects at the top of the mountain, with a haze that limited the optics a bit, though the air (hopefully) seemed okay and wasn't noticeably smoky or anything. If you're hoping for a legit parking spot by the trailhead, I'd recommend getting here before 9am and honestly closer to 8am. There are a lot of parking spots on the other side of 80 and it's not THAT long of a walk, but you can't beat the convenience of those first two parking areas right by the highway. There's also a consistent port-a-potty presence, which is a huge selling point. And usually on the weekends there's a few volunteers set up with a card table providing maps and FAQ-type stuff. On this particular day, we just did the 3.6-mile loop going up the red trail to the summit of Mt. Tammany overlooking the Gap, then taking the blue trail shortly thereafter back down, a little further into the woods/Recreation Area. I recently completely a very hardcore Arizona hike so grain of salt; I was in tip-top shape for this and had no issues getting up the mountain. There were definitely some other hikers taking a breather from time to time so depending on your fitness level/skillset, this could be challenging. For someone who regularly does a lot of rugged terrain, up-and-down hiking, I don't personally think this is too nuts - it also helps that it's not that long of a hike to get to the top, at which point it's pretty easy to mosey on back down. Even in its toughest/steepest sections, you're never at the point of rock scrambling or anything dramatic. One downside for me is that this is an insanely popular destination for not just legit hikers (you're bumping up against the AT, so it's not unusual to see backpackers around here) but literally anyone with a functioning pair of legs so the viewpoints are often teeming with hoards of families and large groups out for a quick adventure. I usually like to get a pic by the edge, but I can't recall a time I didn't have to wait at least a few minutes for other people to get their selfie sticks out, etc. A little annoying, but I'm also spoiled by a lot of desolate hikes where I can pretty much do what I want. The other side of the coin though is that you usually have a strong canine chum situation. This one wasn't as good as I would hoping for - maybe some pooches were scared off by the recent smoke - but we did get a nice meet and greet with a young pupper named Finn who literally whined every time his owners stopped because he wanted to keep going. A real trooper. We also saw a wild turkey that wasn't remotely perturbed to be around tons of people, and just casually walked across the trail at one point. Luckily we're not too close to November so I think the danger was minimal for him. The trip back down is pretty pleasant though it's often rocky and you have to be careful of footing issues, even on the driest of days. I'm a big fan of the last stretch of the hike when you get back down from the mountainous section and walk by some very pleasant water sources. There's also a few spots where you can easily wade into the creek and cool off, along with some little wooden bridges and benches. And I'm always impressed that despite the fact that you're right up against Route 80, you don't really hear the highway too often except at the very beginning and end of the adventure. It's popular for a reason. Even with the crowds and chaos that can accompany that, this is a hike worth doing. If you have the option, I'd recommend the fall for the foliage goodness. read more

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I love this place!!!!! It should be an official national park. It rivals any other east coast national park. It is beautiful. I have been impressed by its beauty everytime I have visited. I have done a lot in Del Water Gap NRA. I have been hiking & waterfall chasing. Wildlife viewing. Scenic drives. Beaches & Lakes. But my favorite was canoeing 10 miles through the park. So amazing!! Great spots nearby too. There is a wolf preserve. The spectacular Bushkill Falls. Village Farmer & Bakery (Try their shepherd's pie). Edge of the Woods Outfitters is a great place to rent kayaks, canoes, & bikes. I think this place is amazing. I've loved everytime I've gone. I'm planning a camping trip there next. read more

Take a hike! See what I did there... Fantasitic and super convenient (when it's really busy in sprint/fall for peak foliage season cars are almost park on the highway) to route 80. Signs up for the turn off which helps make it easier. I've attached a photo of the map of the whole place which is really important and helpful. Typically people do the white/red dot trail to the top of Mt Tammany which I've done a lot. It's got a wonderful pay off view of the mountains, water gap and miles ahead of trees/green! This time I took the white Pahaquarry trail which was not as steep but did have one decent lookout and the pond which is super peaceful and scenic. It can be busy on weekends, especially during Oct and May/June. Parking lots full up but there is signage to others that will be free. Take a couple hours(to hike Mt Tammany) or a couple days and check it all out! read more

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What a beautiful park! We went into the visit center was greeted right away, employees were very friendly. They gave us directions and tips on where to find the waterfalls. I would definitely come back here. Highly recommend! read more

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Parks Near Me - Bushkill, Pennsylvania

What a beautiful area. This area go way back fro my and my family. It has always been a pit stop for days we are heading to the Poconos to fish or a pit stop on our way to or from New York. We get out an stretch our feet. So it only made sense for my Uncle, who lives in New York to meet me half way and visit. It also was a perfect spot to hand over my father's ashes to my Uncle, his brother. The water is beautiful here. The trail is peaceful. A great pit stop in some areas to eat lunch at a picnic table, use the restroom or stretch your feet. read more

Well worth the drive and effort!! This place is a beautiful way to spend some time in nature and/or with good company. The Delaware Water Gap offers the option of kayaking, camping, hiking and a good number of stunning views for young and old alike. I have visited on a number of occasions, and varying weather. Preparation is the key to having an introspective, enjoyable and (possibly physically) challenging day. There are an assortment of trails to climb and they are very well marked. We once saw what one person thought was a bear among a number of other wildlife. Be careful with your garbage and provisions! Be sure to pack plenty of water and take a few moments to take it all in while resting or taking pictures. The largest group that I have hiked with consisted of 10 people but I have seen bigger groups on the trails, so there's plenty room for all. On one occasion we took a bit too leisure of a walk and ended up leaving the grounds in the dark. Be sure to pace yourself if you are not adept in the outdoors. All was well. Highly recommended! read more

We hiked the red to blue trail at Mt. Tammany. Place was beautiful. A few close parking lots. Definitely a little rough going up. A lot of scrambled but the first viewpoint was awesome and the waterfall at the end of the blue trail was beautiful. We did pass a spot on the way back where people were in tubs , kayaks and it looks like a lot of fun! read more

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There is so, so much to do here that it's really is hard to explain everything. Overall the East is not blessed like the West is in terms of kick ass National Parks. When you think of the great ones you're usually thinking something like Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, Olympic or something of the like. Very rarely outside of maybe Acadia or Shenandoah is something in the East thought of within the same context of visitation, diversity or size. While maybe not as majestic, Delaware Water Gap has you covered in terms of being an outdoor paradise. * Various 18th and 19th century builds to explore * 27 miles of the Appalachian Trail * More than 100 miles of hiking trails * More than 100 miles of scenic roadways * 70,000 acres of forested mountains, river valleys, and fertile floodplains * The spectacular Delaware Water Gap itself * Several areas with waterfalls * Boating * Three in season lifeguarded beaches where you can swim in the river * Fishing * Hunting * A crap load of various ranger led programs through out the year I'm sure there's more that I'm leaving out but if you've made the mistake of reading this far you get the gist. Two funny observations to end with: 1. I'm sure if you come in season on weekends over summer holidays this whole place gets mobbed beyond belief. But, if you come in the off-season even during Spring let alone Winter for the most part you're about as likely to see a bear as you are to see other people. 2. We came last year for Junior Ranger Day which is always on a Saturday in April during National Parks Week and they really do a great job of putting a bunch of activities together for the kids that really shows off a lot of the activities that you can do at Delaware Water Gap. I noticed that it never really got very crowded and the one ranger told me that overall most of their visitors come from the northern NJ/NYC area and that for the most part they get very little visitation/support from the "locals". If true, damn that's sad. If you go: The park has four visitor centers but only the main office in Bushkill, PA stays open year round. The other three only keep in season hours only from May-September. There are a lot of winter closures of various trails, roads, and sub-sections like the George W. Childs Park. Either check their NPS web page or give them a call in the winter to find out if what you want to do is open because chances are it may not be especially if the first significant snow of the year has occurred. www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/things2do.htm www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/index.htm www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/hours.htm www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/fees.htm read more

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Found the trail via AllTrails App, parking when we arrived was congested. We ended up parking off of the main road. We were directed to park along a road that could fit one vehicle however cars were lined along this road in the grass and partially in the road. If you decide to maneuver up the road, you will find a parking lot at the end of the road. We found this out after parking at the bottom off of the main road, and walking back up. This was a great hiking experience a little different than my prior hikes in that certain parts of the hike reminded us of being in a jungle. We hiked a total of 5.6 miles and as noted the trail go as far as the coast of Maine to Georgia. There were lots of shaded areas which was well appreciated on a hot day. There was a decent amount of foot traffic. We ran into more seasoned hikers with their hiking bags that included sleeping gear. There was a section we came to that required us to climb in order to continue. The return trip was not to appealing (loop). We walked along tons of small rocks, and gravel before finding our way to our initial route. read more

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My husband and I rented an Airbnb in Stroudsburg just to get out of the house for a few nights (during Covid), without knowing much about the area. DWG is such a lovely and easy place to explore. Every day for 5 days, we drove up and down scenic roads on both the PA and NJ side of the park and stopped to hike various trails - there are all levels of difficulty and length, something for everyone. We found trail markings a little confusing in several places, but everything is really well maintained. We actually drove the full length of the recreation area twice, ending up in the cute little town of Milford at the Northern end and grabbing a late lunch before heading back to Stroudsburg. A lot of time in the car, but we got out a lot so it was a great way to spend the day. (We chose not to eat inside any of the restaurants due to Covid, but a lot of people were doing so and we got good takeout in both Milford and Stroudsburg.) Highly recommend! Very family friendly although we also found it nice just as a couple. We rented Kayaks from Edge of the Woods Outfitters, they were great. read more

First time hiking Mount Tammany this summer and I am so glad I did! Not knowing exactly what to expect I brought a bag full of water, a small snack and set out for the day. When I arrived the parking lot was very full so i would recommend trying to get there early so you do not have to park across the highway like I did. The trails were rather wide and well kept, but are very rocky in certain areas so wearing a good pair of shoes/hiking boots is a must! There's a wide variety of different terrains to walk on as well as climbing up some rocks to complete the trail, but the view is worth it. I did see some dogs while on my hike, but in my option I would leave small and inexperienced thedogs at home due to the uneven rocky grounds being too rough on their paws depending on the trail you choose. Unknowingly we took the more strenuous trail which at some points going up seemed to never end, but it was absolutely worth it in the end! Would highly recommend this hike to other just be sure to do a little research on the trails and grounds before you start your hike. Also pack lots of water and snacks to keep you going strong! Can't wait to hike it again! read more

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It's a great park for hiking, backpacking, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, picnicking, fishing, etc. with nice trails and views!

I love this place. There is so much to do, but we went to hike Mount Tammany. This was such an amazing place to hike (some climb) for someone new or intermediary. If climbing Mount Tammany: 1) Take the red trail up. Where you will find some challenging spots. And your hands and feet with come in handy. 2) When you reach up, use the white trail to find the viewing area. 3) Then use the blue trail to come down. Also, there is a small waterfalls there to refresh yourself. read more

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The beauty of this place can take your breath away. Amazing views, all year long but a special treasure in the fall a beautiful scenic treasure. Plenty of hiking trails and photo opportunities. A definite must see for tourists and locals alike! read more

We thought the hike up Mount Tammany was worth it, even though it added an extra hour to our 5-hour drive back to Virginia. It's only 3 miles, but it has a great variety - rock scrabble up the mountain, a few grassy knolls at the top, a creek on the way back down, and a little time on the Appalachian Trail. It's also convenient because it's right off the highway, which is unusual for hikes. To get there from NJ, take I-80W, and park in the Dunnfield Creek parking lot (immediately before the last exit in NJ). There's 3 parking lots - If you're lucky enough to get into the first parking lot, the trailhead begins right there. Otherwise, you'll have to walk back to the first parking lot. Follow the red blazes (red dot on white paint) until you get to the top of the mountain (1.5 miles). Once you get to the scenic overlook, start following the blue blazes down (1 mile). When the blue trail ends at the bottom of the mountain/by the creek, turn left and follow the white blazes back to the parking lot (.5 mile). Or, if you'd like to extend your hike to Sunfish Pond, then turn right when the blue trail ends and follow the white blazes to the pond (adds about 4 miles roundtrip). The white blazes indicate that you're hiking the Appalachian Trail, so we can all be excited about that too! read more

After a little research about the Delaware Water Gap, I wanted to hike Tumbling Waters.  My main interest in this hike was that it makes a trip down to a waterfall.  Stairs have been built into the side of the hill to reach the waterfall, but the trip back up was fairly steep and a nice workout.  However, the sight was totally worth it! This hike was very interesting and took just over two hours to complete. After driving through quite a bit of the Delaware Water Gap, you really need to get out of the car and take a trip down a trail to get the whole experience.  It's a really beautiful place that seems to not see too much traffic. read more

I've been to Worthingtin State Forest for some very picturesque hikes which over looked the river, but this was my first time attacking the Delaware River directly. Our plan was a 20 mile canoe trip (see Adventure Sports review) over two days, stopping about half way to camp over night. Campsites along the Delaware River do not require a reservation, which means it's first come first serve, and if you get there after everyone else, you could be paddling for some time to find an open site. If you're not determined to swim in the river, I'd recommend coming in June as the water is a little bit colder for swimming and thus a little less crowded. We launched from Eshback Access with our end point being Kittatinny Point Access, which is where our car was parked and where the rental company collects your canoe. In terms of River conditions, I couldn't imagine a calmer river; in fact I did wish the river flow was a bit faster as faster water equals less work you have to put in paddling. There was one portion of the trip marked on our map as class one rapids, which had me nervous, until we got there and I realized we have been through one or two areas like this already and it wasn't a big deal. Generally speaking I'd say the part of the river I was on would be good for anyone of any skill level, not challenging and enjoyable, you just have to come prepared to paddle your ass off. I was also pleased by the amount of wildlife we saw: numerous bald eagles and other kinds of hawks, deer, turtles, frogs (heard these at night more than actually saw them), tons of fish, cranes, and ducks. Camping was a mixed bag here. All the campsites are beautiful because your view is of the river, and it really is a beautiful river with a lot of wildlife around. But, there are roads on both sides of the river and in a lot of places (not all spots, but most) it was easy to have the sounds of cars/motorcycles interrupt your tranquility. Each camp site has a number, and each numbered campsite is good for one group. We did find some campsites that were unnumbered on an island, but these sites were poorly maintained and very buggy. The campsite signs are posted on tress and there is usually a little patch of dirt where you can park your canoe. Some of the signs were hard to see because the tress needed a bit of trimming. We stayed at campsite 106 which has a great view of the river, was comfortable, not very buggy, and spacious. Some downsides were there is a fairly popular bike/walking trail about 200/300 ft away, so we had a fair number of people passing by our site. We also could hear the road across the river, but that wasn't too intrusive. Overall this is a great thing to do for a weekend adventure. In terms of canoeing, if you're looking to move at more than a snails pace, find another river (or another part of this river?). In terms of camping, not much privacy here, but the views are great. Overall this is better as a party camping destination because you can bring a lot of stuff to your campsite in your canoe. If you're looking to get away from it all and be secluded in nature, keep looking because you won't find that here. read more

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Super beautiful view! Don't recommend taking kids here, the first half mile of the trail is just rocks that you have to climb. A little bit hard to find; it's right off the highway. read more

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Parks Near Me - Bushkill, Pennsylvania

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I had the opportunity to enjoy the trails this time in PA I drove for the209 North to Milford Beach and after a great long ride in my bike I jump in to the water ‍ so nice place, you have to pay $10 for the parking but it really worth it read more

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Pretty nice place to hike I guess! We went to the Mount Tammany trail on a weekend and it was pretty good. The parking lot wasn't too full when we arrived though we had to park in the middle row. We started the hike and got to the top pretty quickly as it was only 1.2 miles. The hike down was pretty flat and slightly downward sloping. There was a part in the river where we could go into the water, and we saw people swimming and jumping into the water. It was quite fun though the trail was quite short (around four miles round trip). There are pretty good views along the trail to the top as well as at the top. Recommend if you're around the area! read more

Canoeing down the river was fun and peaceful, and the campsite we used, #75, was well-maintained and perfectly sized for our group. Our trip was off to a great start as a perfectly relaxing overnight getaway. However, near the end of our trip, as I returned from a hike with a few friends, three rangers were waiting in our campsite, and the leader told me to drop everything and sit on the ground. What? The lead ranger said that we were violating a park rule that we needed to be gone by noon, a rule which I still haven't found written anywhere. Because we were in violation of this (nonexistent?) rule, the rangers said that they were going to generously not write us up for that, but they were going to search our belongings. In hindsight, after some research into what happened, experts wrote that I should have said "Am I being detained? On what grounds? I do not consent to this search." Why does it follow that if someone hasn't broken any rules, that rangers will go through their belongings without cause or a warrant? I wish I had better understood my rights at the time, but the rangers were intimidating, they had weapons, and they took advantage of my ignorance of my legal rights. One ranger, named something like "Templeton" yelled that we were in violation of another rule for having trash on the ground. We had water jugs and a box of partially-sealed graham crackers that we hadn't yet finished using, towels and sandals drying in the sun, and a bag containing trash because we are clean people. So perhaps the abusive ranger just wanted to exercise his ill-gotten authority and yell at us some more. About 10 minutes into this, the abusive ranger finally noticed a small, silent dog without a leash, and he said "get that [slang for sexual intercourse] animal away from me", informing us that he had killed dogs by shooting them in the face before and he'd do it again. He must have finally realized that he had overstepped the bounds of decent behavior because he then said "I don't mean to be a [slang for male genitals] but ..." But what? What is this man's obsession with genitals, and why does the parks service continue to employ him and allow him to carry weapons? This was an incredibly sour experience during what would have been a perfect trip. I still don't understand why this happened. If you don't want rangers to harass you for no good reason, then maybe avoid camping at the Delaware River Gap. Otherwise, an abusive ranger might invade your campsite in order to make up violations and threaten you. Good luck fighting the violations if you don't live nearby, because we found out that you would need to fight for your rights at the local courthouse. Perhaps the abusive ranger knew that we couldn't fight back. I really wish I understood why this happened. read more

Despite driving through the DWG many times, I've never hiked these trails. Parked at the Exit 1 Dunnfield parking lot and started up the Appalachian Trail which runs 3.75 miles up to Sunfish Pond. It's uphill the entire way which makes it a great workout if you're walking at a good pace. It's pretty cool the fact that you're hiking part of the Appalachian Trail. Stopped at Sunfish Pond to let my dog swim for awhile and to have a bite to eat. Came back down the Dunnfield Hollow Trail (green blaze) which had some very rocky sections.....hiking boots highly recommended. This hike is about 7.75 miles total and took me 3.5 hours, including 15-20 minute break up at Sunfish Pond. Can't wait to go back and check out the rest of this area. read more

Beautiful area with great trails and amazing scenery. The Kittatinny Point Visitors Center has trail maps and information about the area. It's Exit 1 on 80 in NJ but was hard for us to find because it isn't marked as well as you would think and my gps didn't recognize the Visitors Center. Just look for an exit on the right (if heading West) for hiking trails and the road will take you under 80 to the other side of the road for the Visitors Center. Even if you don't have time for a hike it's worth a stop. read more

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Kittatinny Point Visitors Center - Parks Near Me - Bushkill, Pennsylvania

I actually got lost driving and accidentally would up at the entrance. Such beauty in this picturesque location. I highly recommend.

We hiked up Mount Tammany. We went up the red dot and down the blue dot. The red dot trail is difficult at some parts but moderate in general. Would definitely recommend this hike. It's a challenging and rewarding one. The views from the top was gorgeous. Parking is filled up quite fast so you have to arrive there early in the morning. Ask the visitor center for a map and direction to the entrance of the trail. read more

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - View from top of Red dot trail. - Parks Near Me - Bushkill, Pennsylvania

The Water Gap is a great place to hike and engage in all sorts of adventures! IF you take the time to look for things, it can offer so many things to do! read more

Favorite place to go hiking! Amazing views at Mt. Tammany overlook, pretty falls, great trails. Just a perfect place overall to go hiking. Porta potties available, parking lots plenty, kayak launch areas also! Just overall a must do and see if in the area. read more

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Parks Near Me - Bushkill, Pennsylvania

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Just driving and hiking through is beautiful. Tons of different trails and beautiful scenery. If you are in the area just stop by for a few minutes. There are tons of places to also stop and eat along the route just down the raod from the Water Gap. I guess its just for those who like the outdoors. We actually came here accidentally on our way home from upstate NY. We decided to head west and then down to get back home and then I remembered this was in the area because I went to school my first year at East Stroudsburg U. We made a day out of it. There are nice views and just a relaxing day read more

Winding above the water gap and into the mountains, this trail is a bit strenuous, but the great views over the mountains and river from the top are well worth the climb. There's a little light rock scrambling required to get up, made more difficult in the winter when it ices over, but even recreational hikers can make it up. The parking lot is pretty huge, so it isn't hard to find a spot, and there are several other trails that also start here and connect, so there's a ton to explore. read more

Abusive Park Ranger Attack! I was on a canoe trip with a group of friends, all professionals in our 30's. We camped over night, which is allowed when canoeing for at least 14 miles. We had until 6pm to meet the canoe company down the river, so we stayed at the campsite a little while to enjoy the water and hiking before heading out. A group of park rangers approached my friends at about 11:50 while I was on a hike. They lied to them saying that there is a rule to leave by noon, which there isn't. They searched my belongings without my permission. When I arrived, they treated me like a criminal and told me to sit down and throw down my hiking stick. One ranger yelled and cursed at us and threatened to shoot my friend's small dog. It was horrible! I've never been treated this way by an authority figure before. The canoe ride was nice and the boat company was great, but the federal rangers were abusive, violated our rights, lied, and did not look to protect us but terrify us. Terrible, terrible, terrible. They should be ashamed of their behavior and I hope the park takes action to make sure that there are rangers who protect people, not abuse them. read more

I came out here twice- first time with friends from hiking club, second time as leader with new hikers. I have to say that I enjoyed it much better the second time. We have typically done the similar hike up to Mount Tammany from the Dunnfield parking lot. However, I found the most interesting portion of the hike along the Dunnfield Creek on Dunnfield Hollow Trail and the Appalachian Trail (AT) on my second time out here. Tammany Trail and Blue Blaze Trail are pretty boring except for the view at the top which is pretty decent. However, I just loved all the stream crossings along Dunnfield Hollow Trail and on the way back hiking alongside the creek on the AT. Parking lot at Dunnfield gets filled up pretty quickly so your best bet is coming early of park in the overflow parking lot. Oh yeah, there are signs for rattlesnakes but we didn't see any on our hikes. Also, plan to bring sunscreen, bug repellant, and some worn-in hiking boots. Terrain is a bit rocky and challenging in the beginning and towards the end. In regards to facilities, there is a port-a-potty in the Dunnfield parking lot which is pretty stinking. There are nicer facilities at the next exit on the PA side which has a huge visitors center. We had dinner at the Water Gap Diner which was nice and quaint with good food and service. read more

Really great semi-challenging hike! Per the rangers advice, we took the red trail up and the white/blue trail down. The hike up had some rock scrambles and was pretty steep at times, but I never would've been able to get back down that way (but I'm not really an avid hiker either). There were two look out points before we got to the top. Some really awesome waterfalls and bridges at the end of the blue trail at Dunnfield creek too. I'd say come early or late (around 2) because parking is limited, there are two lots right before exit 1 off of 80 west and one if you take exit 1 and loop around. Don't take the bear warning lightly! We were there late July and there was a mama bear and her two cubs about 30 feet from the first parking lot as we were coming back down. read more

Walked up the Farview or Fairview (depends on which sign you look at ) Trail and hit the Appalachian Trail. Good trails beautiful location. Camped at a site and set out to scale Mt Tammany in the A.M. but it poured that morning....will defiantly do the Tammany hike next time I'm in the area! read more

The area is beautiful, but the rangers are terrible. It is incredibly frightening to be in the woods and have rangers invade your campsite, screaming profanities, yelling at people who are calmly sitting on the ground, and topping it off by threatening to shoot a dog. I think that even if I had known my rights I would have been too scared to exercise them. This was a terrible experience and all of the rangers involved in this incident should be fired. read more