The lower Delaware River is situated within two hours drive of the New York City area, and is immediately north of Philadelphia. Along the river you can
ϑ fish, boat, and canoe
ϑ hike and bike the scenic towpath along the river
ϑ hike in natural areas
ϑ visit historic towns along the river
You can contact the visitor & information centers in the park for information about the park, and also for including commercial services such as restaurants and lodging.
On this website you can find information on outdoor activities in the park, and on the park's historic sites.
Where can I get infomation? Visitor & Information Centers in the park more...
What can I do there? Outdoor Activities in the park more...
Is there history there? Historic Sites & Districts in the park more...
Did You Know?
... due to pesticide control and to programs of rearing falcons in captivity and releasing them, Peregrine falcona have returned to nest along the Delaware. While urban peregrines may favor railroad bridges and tall buildings to nest, country peregrines use a scrape in a cliff to lay their eggs.
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