Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area · NJ, PA
Park Closure · Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
Dingmans Falls site is closed for a bridge replacement project and trail rehabilitation. All traffic, including pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicle traffic, is prohibited on the road and trail during construction.
More informationPark Closure · Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Old Mine Road between Jager Road and Route 206 will close to all traffic beginning on April 6, 2026. Contractors will work to rehabilitate a 3.5-mile stretch of road. The construction area will be closed to all traffic for the safety of park visitors and contractors.
More information1 noticefrom the National Park Service
Information · Main Street Walpack Bridge Closed Until Further Notice
Main Street in Walpack Center is closed at the Flatbrook Bridge due to structural damage to the bridge.
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.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/dewa
- Location
- Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (41.128, -74.948)
Track your visit to Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
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Passport stamp locations
- Bushkill Meeting Center
- Kittatinny Point Visitor Center
- Millbrook Village
Hours
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Areatoday: All Day
- Sat Oct 3All Day
- Sun Oct 4All Day
- Mon Oct 5All Day
- Tue Oct 6All Day
- Wed Oct 7All Day
- Thu Oct 8All Day
- Fri Oct 9All Day
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).
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
2
- Bushkill Meeting Centertoday: 9:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
- Kittatinny Point Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
Entrance fees
2
- 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).
- Annual Entrance - Park — $45.00
Annual seasonal pass for expanded amenity fee areas. Passes can be purchased from park visitor centers or staffed fee booths located at Milford Beach, Smithfield Beach, and Turtle Beach.
Nearby39 within 100 miles
- Middle Delaware National Scenic RiverNational Wild and Scenic RiverAdjoining
- Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational RiverNational Wild and Scenic River21 mi
- Morristown National Historical ParkNational Historical Park32 mi
- Steamtown National Historic SiteNational Historic Site40 mi
- Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park