Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area ยท New Jersey, Pennsylvania
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Protected area
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (DEWA) is a 70,000-acre (28,000ย ha) national recreation area administered by the National Park Service in northwest New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. It is centered around a 40-mile (64ย km) stretch of the Delaware River designated the Middle Delaware National Scenic River. At the area's southern end lies the Delaware Water Gap, a dramatic mountain pass where the river cuts between Blue Mountain and Kittatinny Mountain.
About Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
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.
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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Park 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?
Entrance - Private Vehicle: $10.00. Entrance fee for beaches and boat launches. Fee is good for one vehicle and it's passengers (up to 7 people).
What are the best activities at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?
Popular activities at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area include: Arts and Culture, Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Biking, Boating, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping.
What is the weather like at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?
Spring: 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 4 inches. Fall: Temperatures usually range from lows of 30 F to highs of 83F. Fall foliage is at its peak sometime in October as daily mountain temperatures vary frequently and influence the change. Winter: Temperatures usually range from lows of 15 F to highs of 49 F.
How do I get to Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?
Delaware 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 park on the Pennsylvania side and Old Mine Road is the main north/south road though the park on the New Jersey side.
Entrance Fees
Entrance fee for beaches and boat launches. Fee is good for one vehicle and it's passengers (up to 7 people).
Weather
Spring: 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 4 inches. Fall: Temperatures usually range from lows of 30 F to highs of 83F. Fall foliage is at its peak sometime in October as daily mountain temperatures vary frequently and influence the change. Winter: Temperatures usually range from lows of 15 F to highs of 49 F.
Directions
Delaware 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 park on the Pennsylvania side and Old Mine Road is the main north/south road though the park on the New Jersey side.
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