Pennsylvania State Parks

Delaware Canal State Park

Adventure awaits at Delaware Canal State Park in southeastern Pennsylvania.

11 Lodi Hill Road
Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972-9540
610-982-5560
delawarecanalsp@pa.gov

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A man walking a leashed small dog on a gravel path along a canal

Overview

A walk along the 58.89-mile-long towpath of Delaware Canal State Park is a stroll into American history.

Paralleling the Delaware River between Easton and Bristol, this diverse park contains:

A historic canal and towpath
50-acre pond
Many miles of river shoreline
11 river islands including the Morgan Hill group (3), Loors, Whippoorwill, Old Sow, Raubs, Lynn/Frog/Rock group, and Hendricks

From riverside to farm fields to historic towns, visitors to Delaware Canal State Park enjoy the ever-changing scenery along its corridor.

Please note that equestrian use on the towpath is prohibited.

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Plan Your Visit

There are numerous access points along the 60-mile length of Delaware Canal State Park. The park follows the Delaware River from Easton to Bristol, paralleled by Pennsylvania Routes 611 and 32.

GPS Decimal Degrees of Park Office: Lat. 40.54957 Long. -75.08476

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If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.

Delaware Canal State Park offers a wide variety of environmental, recreational, and historical programs year round. Participants gain appreciation, understanding, and develop a sense of stewardship toward natural and cultural resources through:

Hands-on activities.
Guided walks
Evening programs

Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and organized groups. Call the park office to schedule a group program. A variety of professional development workshops are offered for teachers.

Contact the park office or explore the calendar of events(opens in a new tab) for more information on programs and other learning experiences.

Locktender’s House

The Locktender’s House in the popular destination of New Hope gives insight into the history of the canal, and serves as the headquarters for the Friends of Delaware Canal.